Racing Helmet Hooks
A helmet hook gives you a convenient place to hang your helmet between runs while keeping it off the floor and out of the way. Mount a racing helmet hook to a compatible roll-cage tube for easy access to your helmet and more usable space inside the cockpit. Behrent’s carries roll cage and roll bar helmet hook and hanger options in multiple tube sizes and materials from racing brands including Bicknell and Longacre Racing. Choose a race car helmet hook that matches your roll-cage tube diameter, mounting location, and intended use.
Shop Behrent’s for Helmet Hooks
Shop helmet hooks for a convenient place to keep your racing helmet between runs. Compare aluminum and composite options, multiple clamp sizes, mounting designs, and trusted racing brands to find the right fit for your roll cage.
Item Number: BRP9256
$23.71
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Item Number: BRP9258
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Item Number: LON22570
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Item Number: BRP9257
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Item Number: BRP9259
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How To Choose a Racing Helmet Hook
Measure the outside diameter of the roll-cage tube where you plan to install the hook, and then choose a clamp designed for that tube size. Racing helmet hooks aren’t universally sized, so matching the clamp to the tubing is one of the most important fitment checks.
Current options include helmet hooks designed for 1.25-, 1.5-, 1.625-, and 1.75-inch diameter tubing. When comparing hooks, check:
- Roll-cage tube diameter: Match the clamp size to the outside diameter of the tubing.
- Mounting location: Choose a clean, straight section of tubing where the helmet won’t interfere with driver entry, controls, visibility, or other safety equipment.
- Mounting design: Check how the hook clamps or fastens around the tubing and what mounting hardware is included or required.
- Material: Compare aluminum and composite designs based on the construction and features you want.
- Intended use: Check the manufacturer’s stated applications, especially if you plan to hang equipment other than a helmet.
Clamp-on and bolt-around-tube designs generally install without welding, but installation requirements vary by product. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and confirm fitment before installation.
Aluminum vs. Composite Helmet Hooks
Both aluminum and composite helmet hooks provide a dedicated place to hang gear, but their construction can affect weight, rigidity, finish, and price. Aluminum hooks provide a rigid metal option and may feature machined or anodized construction, while composite hooks offer a lightweight alternative where available.
Material is only one consideration. Prioritize the correct roll-cage tube fit, mounting design, and manufacturer-stated application when choosing a hook.
Frequently Asked Questions About Helmet Hooks
What is the best way to store a racing helmet at the track?
Use a properly fitted roll bar helmet hook for convenient temporary storage between runs. For transportation and longer-term storage, follow the helmet manufacturer’s recommendations to help protect the helmet from impacts, contaminants, and other potential damage.
What is a racing helmet hook for?
A racing helmet hook provides a dedicated place to temporarily hang a helmet inside the race car between runs. Some hooks may also be designed to hold other equipment, but check the manufacturer’s stated uses before hanging additional gear.
How do you install a racing helmet hook?
Install the hook on the appropriate roll-cage tube using the clamp or mounting hardware specified by the manufacturer. Match the hook’s clamp size to the outside diameter of the tubing, choose a suitable mounting location, and follow the product-specific installation instructions.
Are racing helmet hooks universal?
No. Racing helmet hooks are available for different roll-cage tube diameters and use different mounting designs. Measure the tubing and verify the hook’s specified fit before ordering.
Where should a helmet hook be mounted on a roll cage?
Mount the hook on a clean, straight section of compatible roll-cage tubing where the stored helmet won’t interfere with driver entry, controls, visibility, or other safety equipment. Follow the hook manufacturer’s mounting instructions.
Can a racing helmet hook also hold a steering wheel or head-and-neck restraint?
Some helmet hooks may be designed to hold additional equipment such as a steering wheel or head-and-neck restraint. Check the manufacturer’s stated uses and load requirements before using the hook for anything other than a helmet.