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      05-19-2022, 10:11 PM   #1
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Simpson Hybrid Sport Head Restraint with Quick Release Tethers and D-Ring kit

Has anyone used this device? I am considering it to compliment my helmet after a significant impact recently.

works with a 3 point harness, and adds another layer of support in the event of a heavy impact.

https://www.simpsonraceproducts.com/...n-hybrid-sport

90,000 dollar car..... 700.00 device and a 900 dollar helmet.

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      05-20-2022, 12:23 AM   #2
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i am looking at getting this setup for this year's track season. wear a regular hans device with 6 point harness in m235iR and really like the security of it all. doesn't seem to be a real practical way to do a 5/6 point harness in g80 and my track specifically bans 4 point, even the one with the anti-submarine tech, but i am only going off a few youtube reviews which seem pretty positive.

won't make it out first track session until mid-june at the earliest, but was just thinking about ordering one up soon
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      05-22-2022, 05:46 AM   #3
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I've been using use the Hybrid S for 1.5 seasons. It's great, although have wrecked with it yet. Last season I used it with my 3 points and this season with my quick fit pro 4 point harness + fixed back race seat. It's pretty unobtrusive and I got used to it quickly.

Getting it on and off took some experimenting. The last thing you want is to be fumbling/rushing around when they stage your run group. My trick is to leave the tethers attached to the helmet and slip on the device like a kid does with a jacket. Hard to explain but I can post a video if you end up buying one.
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      05-24-2022, 11:39 PM   #4
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I think only the Hybrid S is 3 point compatible
https://www.simpsonraceproducts.com/...mpson-hybrid-s

I just bought one yesterday and will be using it for the first time Thursday.
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      05-25-2022, 06:34 AM   #5
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You are correct. I updated my post.

Good purchase. At the very minimum, it brings some peace of mind.
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I know what you mean about slipping it on like a jacket while connected to the helmet.
I set it up and did some practice runs putting it on and that seems to be the way to go.
Not as comfortable to wear as a HANS but don't really want to put a race seat and harnesses in a road car.
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