Lotus isn't getting enough attention alone? - LotusTalk

Conan · 10-30-2009, 02:52 PM

We had a costume contest at work today, so being the lazy bastard that I am, I simply put on my full race gear (suit, boots, gloves, helmet (forgot the HANS *doh!*)) and went to work. I didn't bother to wear my helmet while driving to work and it was dark anyway. However, on the way home I decided to see what the reaction would be. So I put everything on, including my racing harness (I normally just wear the 3-point on the street). I don't think I could have had more reactions if I was running down the road naked. I was laughing at the amount of pointing fingers, open jaws, double takes, etc. I highly recommend it at least once for fun (I don't intend to make a habit of it.)

RacyTracy · 10-30-2009, 03:04 PM

I've always wondered if in our lifetime it might not be uncommon to see driver's (of street cars) wearing some type of helmet.

...m... · 10-30-2009, 03:12 PM

...heh, i've done it before, and you're right, it's like putting flashing strobes and circling floodlights on the elise...

David Craig · 10-30-2009, 03:12 PM

Wow. The helmet is really what gets someone to look.

I think it might even get police stopping you to ask questions.

Phantom · 10-30-2009, 03:17 PM

That's hilarious!

My dad did that once (getting use to a new helmet before a HPDE)- He was amazed at how quickly people would get out of his way- I guess it makes a difference if the guy in your rearview mirror is wearing a fullface helmet!

Simba · 10-30-2009, 03:30 PM

I'm surprised you didn't get the "wrong" kind of attention.

Conan · 10-30-2009, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Phantom

That's hilarious!

My dad did that once (getting use to a new helmet before a HPDE)- He was amazed at how quickly people would get out of his way- I guess it makes a difference if the guy in your rearview mirror is wearing a fullface helmet!

Yeah, I did notice more people moved out of my way than normal.

I was a little worried I might get a curious cop stopping me. But I don't think they'd actually right me a ticket. They might, but I've had good luck talking my way out of tickets.

Tuscan · 10-30-2009, 04:26 PM

Haha LOVE the Benetton pic!

As for getting enough attention... trust me, an S1 Exige generates more attention than I can bloody-well handle!

LotinElite · 10-30-2009, 05:35 PM

I think I remember a discussion on here about how wearing a helmet is not illegal.

zygotesoup · 10-30-2009, 05:46 PM

this is officially on my to-do list for next summer

ZJChaser · 10-30-2009, 06:10 PM

I did that a couple months ago when I was testing the range on my in car radio. Had to wear my helmet to test the sound quality and see how far I could drive away from my friend before we lost signal.

Thomasio · 10-30-2009, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Simba

I'm surprised you didn't get the "wrong" kind of attention.

What's the story behind that photo? I always wanted to drive my shifter kart (back in the day) on the freeway, but never did it...

10-30-2009, 02:52 PM	#1 (permalink)
Conan with future lotus driver Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 2,074 Images: 24	Lotus isn't getting enough attention alone? We had a costume contest at work today, so being the lazy bastard that I am, I simply put on my full race gear (suit, boots, gloves, helmet (forgot the HANS doh!)) and went to work. I didn't bother to wear my helmet while driving to work and it was dark anyway. However, on the way home I decided to see what the reaction would be. So I put everything on, including my racing harness (I normally just wear the 3-point on the street). I don't think I could have had more reactions if I was running down the road naked. I was laughing at the amount of pointing fingers, open jaws, double takes, etc. I highly recommend it at least once for fun (I don't intend to make a habit of it.) Attached Images __________________ Yes, it IS my real name. No, I don't look like him. I'm Polish. Polish barbarians are skinny nerds. 2006 BRG Lotus Elise (broken), 2009 Honda Fit (gas miser), 2007 Honda Odyssey (the wife's)

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RacyTracy V Not my picture V Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Palatine, IL Posts: 9,195	I've always wondered if in our lifetime it might not be uncommon to see driver's (of street cars) wearing some type of helmet. __________________ Tracy 1996 Porsche 993TT Big news coming @ 3pm onTuesday.....(hopefully). 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser LOG 29 photos

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10-30-2009, 03:17 PM	#5 (permalink)
Phantom Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 861 Images: 1	That's hilarious! My dad did that once (getting use to a new helmet before a HPDE)- He was amazed at how quickly people would get out of his way- I guess it makes a difference if the guy in your rearview mirror is wearing a fullface helmet! __________________ Grab Life by the Wheel

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Simba 2/3 hp to the paws. Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NY Posts: 497	I'm surprised you didn't get the "wrong" kind of attention. Attached Images

10-30-2009, 03:12 PM	#4 (permalink)
David Craig Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Toronto Posts: 67	Wow. The helmet is really what gets someone to look. I think it might even get police stopping you to ask questions.

10-30-2009, 04:26 PM	#8 (permalink)
Tuscan Back to basics :) Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 57	Haha LOVE the Benetton pic! As for getting enough attention... trust me, an S1 Exige generates more attention than I can bloody-well handle! __________________ AKA "Esprit" on other forums. '01 Exige S1 - Titanium.

10-30-2009, 05:35 PM	#9 (permalink)
LotinElite Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Upstate Posts: 231	I think I remember a discussion on here about how wearing a helmet is not illegal. __________________ 05 AR Elise, Sport, Touring, HT, Starshield

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zygotesoup Resident Drunk Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 1,226	this is officially on my to-do list for next summer __________________ 2005 BADA55 Lotus Elise 1993 Black BMW 325i 2000 Solar Yellow MR-S - SOLD 1987 White on White Porsche 944 Turbo - SOLD 1993 Maroon Lexus SC400 - SOLD

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ZJChaser Blue Wheel Pimp Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Laguna Hills, CA Posts: 2,851	I did that a couple months ago when I was testing the range on my in car radio. Had to wear my helmet to test the sound quality and see how far I could drive away from my friend before we lost signal. __________________ AJ - Akua Solutions - #128 Lotus Exige - JRZ Suspension - Innovative Mounts - Toyo Tires - TW Research Development

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