ARA RTR 1.1 (reference)

Only helmets meeting one of the following standards will be accepted for competition in any performance rally and must be worn by all competitors when travelling on special stages: - FIA Standards - 8860-2010, 8859-2015, or 8860-2018 - Snell Foundation certification – SA 2015, EA 2016, or SA 2020 For helmets with dual FIA/SA certification, the later expiration date shall take precedence.

Northstar has many helmets meeting these requirements in stock and ready to ship. The Snell/FIA rating is easily found on the Northstar website. Check them out!

ARA RTR 1.3 (reference)

All competitors shall wear at all times during the event, a one- or two-piece driving suit conforming to:

• FIA Standard 8856-2000 or 8856-2018

• FIA 1986 Standard

• SFI 3.2A/5 or 3.4/5 Specification

• SFI 3.2A/1 Specification with approved fire resistant underwear (FIA Standard 8856-2000 or SFI 3.3 Specification)

Northstar has a selection of FIA/SFI suits that meet these requirements in stock and ready to ship today!

ARA RTR 1.2 (reference)

Each competitor must wear a Frontal Head Restraint system (FHR) which meets the following standards:

• HANS® system: HANS devices shall be approved according to FIA standards 8858- 2002 or 8858-2010. Consult the FIA Technical List n° 29 to see which HANS devices are approved by the FIA.

• Hybrid® system: Hybrid devices shall be approved according to FIA Standard 8858- 2010. Consult the FIA Technical List n° 29 to see which Hybrid devices are approved by the FIA.

• Other systems certified to SFI 38.1: Such devices must bear a SFI 38.1 conformance label that is less than five years old.

Northstar carries a range of approved neck restraints from HANS, Schroth, and Simpson as well as posts and tether accessories for your helmet. Check out their selection of in stock neck restraints!

ARA RTR 2.3.3 (reference)

• A five-, six- or seven-point unmodified safety harness of proprietary manufacture, meeting the specifications below, shall be fitted for both crew members.

• All harness systems must be capable of being released through one latch.

• Safety harness will meet one of the following standards: - FIA Standard 8853/98 or 8853/2016 and currently appear as valid on the current respective FIA Technical List at www.FIA.com - SFI 16.1 Specification and display a manufacturer appearing on the current respective list of SFI 16.1 manufacturers at www.SFIfoundation.com - SFI 16.5 Specification and display a manufacturer appearing on the current respective list of SFI 16.1 manufacturers at www.SFIfoundation.com

• Safety harnesses may not be used after their expiration date. For harnesses with dual FIA/SFI certification, the later expiration date shall take precedence.

• It is not permitted to mix parts of seat belts. Only complete sets may be used.

• he material of all straps shall be in new or perfect condition.

• The belts must be equipped with turnbuckle, push button or latch/link release systems.

Northstar carries a large selection of harnesses that meet ARA RTR 2.3.3 requirements. Check out the selection of equipement in stock and ready to ship!

ARA RTR 2.3 (Reference)

All competition vehicles must be equipped with an “on-board” system that uses either manual or automatic activation. Installed system must meet one of the following standards:

• SFI Spec 17.1 and display a manufacturer appearing on the current respective list of SFI Spec 17.1 manufacturers at sfifoundation.com

• FIA 8865-2015

• Currently listed as homologated for Rally on Technical List n° 16 of the FIA website (fia.com) 11 ARA Rally Technical Rules 2024 Edition

Northstar carries the SPA Technique 4L AFFF fire suppression system carrying an FIA2018 rating and is ARA approved.

ARA RTR 2.3.1/2 (reference)

The use of hinged-back and OEM seats is prohibited.

All the occupants' seats must be homologated by FIA Standards 8855-1999 or 8862-2009, or be specifically designed for motor racing. All non-FIA seats are subject to acceptance by the Chief Scrutineer.

Seats must be securely attached to the structure of the vehicle in such a manner as to prevent the movement of the seat in case of an accident. Seats may not be mounted with sliders.

Racing seats aren’t just for comfort or to keep your butt in place while cornering, they’re also safety items. Northstar carries many FIA 8855-1999 rated racing seats, and we highly recommend using a “halo” seat if possible. Halo seats have additional head restraints to help prevent neck injuries on side impacts.

As noted in ARA RTR 1.3, Nomex underwear (FIA Standard 8856-2000 or SFI 3.3 Specification) is require if using a suit rated at SFI 3.2A/1.

While not required, it is highly recommended to wear a full Nomex underwear kit under your suit, even if not specifically required in the ARA RTRs. Wearing street clothes under your racing suit can result in additional, unnecessary burns in the case of fire exposure.

ARA RTR 1.3.3 (reference)

All competitors must wear shoes and socks while on stage. The shoes must cover the entire foot and be of leather or approved fireproof material. Socks may not be manufactured of synthetic fiber except for Nomex or similar fire resistant material.

Northstar carries a wide selection of racing shoes and gloves to give you that extra bit of comfort when blasting between the trees on a rally stage. Check out their selection!