23 replies to this topic

[Tom M]

I am about to purchase new race gear, Hans, suit,underwear,shoes and gloves and would like to buy all of it American made. I can find suits made in america but finding the other items more difficult. Does anybody have any suggestions on we're to find them?

Tom M

[Caveman-kwebb99]

Seems paradoxical buying american race gear to drive a japaneze car... why not race a corvette and wear gear made in cheena?

[Brocodile]

Kyle, I like the way you think... and I must confess that I sometimes wonder about myself...

[CruzanTom]

Check out Simpson gear. I ordered a suit and it was made in the USA. Fast delivery, too. http://simpsonraceproducts.com

[Caveman-kwebb99]

Have no feer crockobile. Better to think like caveman than like benchravers or the chocolate mouse

[ChrisA]

Isn't the HANS Device made here? Plus, the NOMEX in the racing suits is most likely made here, since it's a DuPont product. Just next to no textile plants left in the US to make the clothing, which is sad.

[Caveman-kwebb99]

Caveman is made in USA. we wear terridaclie suits and lizard helmets! Good fire proof protect. when cold we use wolly mamoth coats and start spec miata fires to stay warm

[Alberto]

NextGen HNR is made in the USA
http://www.necksgen.com/

I like the thought behind this. I'm increasingly buying stuff made here as I like the idea of supporting all the local businesses that are employing our neighbors.

[Caveman-kwebb99]

some neighbors live in candada and mehico also... dont forget bout dem

[Caveman-kwebb99]

the real americans race scca IT with Ford Pinto's

[Alberto]

I'm not concerned about Canada or Mexico. Let them figure out their own economies.

Check out Simpson gear. I ordered a suit and it was made in the USA. Fast delivery, too. http://simpsonraceproducts.com

Made in LA, CA.

Simpson firesuits and crew uniforms are manufactured
outside of Los Angeles, CA in our 52,000 sq. foot facility.

[Caveman-kwebb99]

I'm not concerned about Canada or Mexico. Let them figure out their own economies.



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Thank god you care about Japaneesy economy, or you be racing a real american car... lol

[Kyle Keenan]

Check out Simpson gear. I ordered a suit and it was made in the USA. Fast delivery, too. http://simpsonraceproducts.com

I'd pass on Simpson at all cost. I purchased an $800 helmet from them only for it to crack on first use. They wouldn't let me return it, exhange it, or send it in for their inspection. I also purchased a suit around the same time from them, and it was the worst quality suit I've ever seen. Inconsistent stitching everywhere, straight out of the box had frayed stitching, the arm cuffs were two completely different sizes, etc. Terrible experience, will never do business with them again.

Might be "Made In the USA" but it sure as heck doesnt mean you're getting a good product. I, like you, wanted to support an american company, but when they won't support the racers wearing their products, I'll take my business elsewhere.

[Bench Racer]

I'd pass on Simpson at all cost.

I've had 4 simpson helmets and with my previous helmet, which was the same size as the previous the eye port was smaller than it should have been. Sent it back to drought stricken Texas, worked with the manufacturing manager. Between our checks and communication we figured out that their process control, front to back alignment of the outside shell to inner liner was out of control. With that info they shiped me a perfect fit helmet just like the previous. Bought another Simpson this year with zero issues. My Simpson suit continues to be very good, but It's just about time to replace my worn out Simpson shoes and gloves.

[Todd Tagget]

I've had 4 simpson helmets and with my previous helmet, which was the same size as the previous the eye port was smaller than it should have been. Sent it back to drought stricken Texas, worked with the manufacturing manager. Between our checks and communication we figured out that their process control, front to back alignment of the outside shell to inner liner was out of control. With that info they shiped me a perfect fit helmet just like the previous. Bought another Simpson this year with zero issues. My Simpson suit continues to be very good, but It's just about time to replace my worn out Simpson shoes and gloves.

Is Simpson Union ? Not to get political, but I'll buy NON union First,, then import THEN made in USA buy union thugs

[CruzanTom]

I think your union v. Non-union statement is stupid. Just my IMHO. Our country is diverse. Some union and some non union.

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[Caveman-kwebb99]

I think your union v. Non-union statement is stupid. Just my IMHO. Our country is diverse. Some union and some non union.

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If donald fehr ran the simpson union they be all locked out..'

[Todd Tagget]

I think your union v. Non-union statement is stupid. Just my IMHO. Our country is diverse. Some union and some non union.

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Having spent my whole career in the manufacturing sector,, I can tell you union workers tend to not give a crap, - just sayin...

[CruzanTom]

Having spent my whole career in the manufacturing sector,, I can tell you union workers tend to not give a crap, - just sayin...

Todd, my response to your post about unions was not in good taste and I apologize. What got me is the tendency by many to stereotype "good" and "bad," e.g., unions are bad and non-unions are good. I am sure some unions are, in fact, "bad" but others serve an important function in providing workers with a collective voice in negotiations. Likewise, some non-union shops do good work and others do not.

The original question asked about Made in USA safety gear. You recommended foreign products over union-made Simpson products without knowing if Simpson was union or not and, if it is union, whether the union workers do good work. Your recommendation is particularly ironic given the "safety gear" topic. One reason USA manufacturing can be more expensive is the mandated safety requirements that protect workers. For example, Chinese workers suffer from occupational accidents and diseases at a rate not seen in American workers in fifty years.

Each of us can make our choices where to buy our products. I would willingly pay a little more to buy a Made in USA product if the quality is good. Simpson has given me excellent service and products so I recommend them to the original poster.

[Todd Tagget]

No problem ,, I tend to say some stupid things from time to time,, Just spend a lot of time recently on the floor of the Tesla plant,, nice to have people who are actually working for you not against you!! Not saying ALL unions are bad, just 98% of them.. They once had a place,, but their time has gone.. ,
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