My Lid - RX Cartel - Andreas Bakkerud

“The style of the helmet is pretty recognisable because Michael Schumacher and a lot of other F1 drivers have used Schuberth helmet. Rallycross, Rally, Formula One and GT Racing all have the same safety standard for helmets, (FIA Standard 8860-2010) and it’s important to always to use the best safety equipment possible. That’s why this helmet costs about 7500 euros. It sounds crazy but the helmet is actually on loan to me from EKS! I pumped all my money into the cars just to go racing, so I’m really grateful that they hooked me up.

“I have custom earpieces inside the helmet to help clear communication with my Spotter during the race, and there’s also an option of attaching an extra airflow system to the helmet, for when it gets really hot inside the car. The Iridium visor is perfect for the sunny races at the moment too - although I might change it to a silver one later in the year…”

Hand airbrushed by ImageDesignCustom based in Surrey in the UK, Andreas’ lid is also as eye catching as it is technically advanced. A Norwegian flag bandana design wraps around the front of the lid, alongside trademark Bakkerud Blue detail lines, a bold 13 print race number, and a circuit board style skull design - complete with the team RX Cartel logo - on the back.

“I love the design on it; the team at Monster and Image Design Custom did an incredible job. It was important for me to to incorporate the Norwegian flag as part of the bandana design across the front, and also keep the Bakkerud Blue colour lines. Possibly one of my favourite parts is the RX Cartel logo on the back in chrome - it’s kind of hidden - and is just part of a lot of details on this design which make it stand out. Hopefully the fans like it as well!”