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omega0684

posted on 11/3/06 at 09:30 PM Reply With Quote
boots and gloves

evening all, does anybody drive with gloves and boots (karting stuff) like omp or sparco? do they make a difference to the feel of the drive etc, what are the pro's and con's, is it worth getting any,

opinions welcome....

thanks Alex





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Avoneer

posted on 11/3/06 at 09:39 PM Reply With Quote
OMP gloves.

Even wear them when driving my tintop sometimes.

Very comfy and worth buying.

Improve feel and comfort.

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Simon

posted on 11/3/06 at 09:40 PM Reply With Quote
I wear my bike gloves and bashhat.

Did try driving with no gloves ( when it was frosty) and decided it wasn't very wise or comfortable.

Will be getting some goggles for the summer.

ATB

Simon






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Hellfire

posted on 11/3/06 at 09:47 PM Reply With Quote
I think racing boots are a definite must. Especially with the proximity of the pedals and the delicate control of the throttle required (particularly on a BEC)

Gloves are good too, especially in this weather (hovering around 2 or 3 degrees)

Phil






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shortie

posted on 11/3/06 at 09:47 PM Reply With Quote
OMP gloves and boots, gloves are really comfy and boots are a must with my size 12's!!!

Rich.

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nitram38

posted on 11/3/06 at 09:49 PM Reply With Quote
I used to race cars, but I still have my boots, gloves and overalls. The boots give ankle support and are narrow toe to help with the pedals. The soles are thinner than shoes so that you can feel the pedals better when you heel and toe. Gloves are mainly used for fire protection along with the overalls and nomex underwear.


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jonno

posted on 11/3/06 at 09:50 PM Reply With Quote
I got these to keep my hands warm, happy with them & the price http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/products/ProductDetail.asp?cls=MSPORT&pcode=OMPKK02732-LB
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Avoneer

posted on 11/3/06 at 10:44 PM Reply With Quote
Ooooo, I like them.

What are they like?

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omega0684

posted on 11/3/06 at 10:57 PM Reply With Quote
they are the old ones, there are a new pair out at £17 +VAT





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jonno

posted on 11/3/06 at 11:02 PM Reply With Quote
yea i like them, not really used them much yet (cars on a sorn). they have them still in stock by the looks of it
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