I wanted to share this here first, since much of the concept was developed out of conversations on this board.

I've started headrestraint.org to share information about motorsports head and neck restraint systems. This effort is based on belief that...

"...head and neck restraint systems offer valuable, measurable protection from injuries commonly associated with impacts resulting from racing incidents, to the degree that all racers should choose to use such a system. However, we believe that considerations are too complex - and consequences too important - to undermine personal choice through simple mandates imposed by sanctioning bodies or insurers. That ultimately, the long term best interests of racing consumers, the motorsports community, and the head and neck restraint market are best served by the dissemination of information that allows individuals to exercise informed control over their own safety decisions."

There is lots more at http://www.headrestraint.org but there are a few things you might consider doing if you are interested in issues relating to head and neck restraint systems, different solutions offered in the marketplace, or rules pertaining to their use:

** Consider applying for a position on the charter advisory commmittee

** If you have a friendly relationship with an H&N system manufacturer, encourage them to provide us with product information - particularly test data

** Support headrestraint.org with a financial contribution - by PayPal to [email protected] or email that same address for more info

** Most importantly, share the headrestraint.org link at other motorsports boards and with people who share your interests in these issues

Kirk