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Time for a New Helmet? Understanding Snell Helmet Ratings
Considering a new racing helmet? Learn about Snell Helmet Ratings, the gold standard in helmet testing recognized by all major racing organizations. SA ratings are valid for ten years, with new rat...
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Racing In-Car Fire Suppression Systems 101 - What You Need to Know: A Brief Guide
Fire systems are a significant subject this time of year as many drivers prepare for driver’s school to obtain their competition license, and seasoned racers tackle their off-season to-do list. Off...
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From the Porsche Expert: Brake Pad Compounds Explained
Your journey through several track events has been a thrilling learning curve, full of adrenaline and joy as you absorb the art of driving faster. As your track experience accelerates, the camarad...
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How-to Wrap Shoulder Harnesses
A question that we get fairly often is how to wrap shoulder harnesses. So here is a quick guide to help clear things up. When you get your harnesses it is very likely that the shoulder harnesses, w...
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You Got an AIM Solo and a SmartyCam - Now What?
Congratulations, you've just purchased the most powerful entry level data combination ever! This combo has shaved a ton off of time of lap times since they have been released. Let's get everything ...
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Update Your AiM Firmware - Don't Get Left Behind
Follow the steps below to ensure your AiM device is running the current firmware version. AiM releases new firmware updates very often, so it is a good idea to check this periodically. The followi...
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HANS vs. Stand 21: What's the difference?
If you're into racing, track driving or other action-packed motorsports, you're no stranger to the term HANS ( Head and Neck Safety) device. But have you heard of a FHR (Frontal Head Restraint)? HA...
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Explore the Four New Camera Options for AiM SmartyCam 3
In the thrilling world of motorsports capturing every exciting moment on the track has become a must! AiM Sports, the experts behind data and video solutions, has taken a big step with their la...
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Why the Garmin Catalyst is a game changer for the world of motorsports
Over the last three decades, the motorsports industry has seen massive leaps in data acquisition technological advancements, significantly thanks to the computer. In 1985 Renault stored data on ...
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Brake Fluid is an often overlooked and neglected component in track driving, but its importance can be the difference between a great day at the track- or a day you run out of talent. When driving ...
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Tire Pressure Gauge Buyers Guide (Why are there so many options)
Why are there 36 tire pressure gauges on our website! At this point, the options have options, so how are you supposed to choose? After all, you're just measuring tire pressure, right? Yes, you are...
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We are excited to share this blog written by Jim Tramontano from No Money Motorsports, he does a excellent job of describing his process of selecting a fire system. Enjoy! Fire Systems are a hot t...
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Is it time to consider a containment seat? (Do you know what FHR stands for?)
The conversation of containment seats comes up quite often and for a good reason. A quality containment seat is a critical tool in your safety tool kit. Many drivers grab a HANS or similar head and...
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