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LEON HASLAM, RACING CLASS
28 March 2006 - Arai Helmets
Leon Haslam had a brilliant 2005 season racing with Airwaves Ducati, finishing fourth in the hotly contested British Superbike championship.
The 2006 title hunt kicks off this weekend at Brands Hatch and after excellent performances in winter testing the 23 year old is looking to secure the number one plate, cementing his place as one of Britain’s best young racers. Leon’s career started in 1997 age 14 and has been steered by his father, racing legend Ron Haslam. While he’s ridden many bikes in that time, from scooters to 500cc GP bikes to the 999 Ducati he races now, one constant thread runs through Haslam’s career; Arai Helmets. He’s never wanted to wear any other brand, even with large financial inducements. “Arai Helmets, are, simply the best…” reckons Haslam. “There was never really a question of wearing anything else. My dad trusted Arai, so when I started racing it seemed natural to put one on. But now, nine years down the line, I couldn’t imagine wearing anything else. It’s the fit, the comfort, the way the helmet works and, most importantly, the protection. Crashing is part of the job for a professional racer, and I know the extra safety margins that Arai build into their helmets really matters. This year I’ve got a new paint scheme on my Arai, which brings the two sides of my personality – the angel and the devil – together. It looks brilliant!” Haslam’s stunning dual-identity paintwork will also be available soon for fans to own, and arrives in the UK this Spring adorning the new Arai Viper GT. Featuring a slim, oval outer shell constructed from SCL (Super Complex Laminate) with a triple density inner shell, the Viper GT has a highly efficient Double Delta 3 rear duct ventilation system and side exhaust vents. The inner liner is fully removable and washable, and the visor Pin-Lock ready. It’s the latest helmet to join the Arai line-up, and along with its innovative vent design features the usual Arai hallmarks of superb quality and fastidious attention to detail. The Viper GT Haslam will be available in sizes XS-XXL with an RRP of £399.99. For more information on the Arai Viper GT Haslam, and the full 2006 Arai range call Phoenix on 01782-569800 or visit www.phoenixnw.co.uk
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