The Stig Costume

Ever wanted to be The Stig for Halloween, but didn't want to spend $600 for an authentic Simpson Diamondback helmet just like the real stig? This Instructable will show you how to make a realistic looking helmet for around $65. This is a very quick instructable. Even though there are many steps, each one should only take one minute at most.

Step 1: Materials

1) One typhoon helmets snell m rated white helmet. $60
They can be found here: http://www.amazon.com/Adult-Snell-Rated-Helmet-Typhoon/dp/B0040TG9HU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=automotive&qid=1288970459&sr=1-1

2) One roll of white electrical tape (not duct tape). $2

3) One roll of black electrical tape (not duct tape). $2
Electrical tape can be found at any hardware store.

3.5) Scissors. $0

4) (optional) One piece of normal clear scotch tape. $0

5) (optional) One piece of paper and a printer. $0

Comments

[Dr. Pepper]

I love top gear! Even though I live in America. Great job!

[wkortum]

Thanks so much! I like jezza the most. Who is your fave?

[Dr. Pepper]

um. I really love all of them equally.

[wkortum]

Cool! Nice to know that in the US there are other TG fans!

[wkortum]

Nice elmo costume

[hjshin]

This is cool - my son LOVES Top Gear! We looked a long time to buy a Top Gear helmet but couldn't find one. This is simple to do and really realistic! Great way to gear up for the new US Top Gear!

[WatchItBurn]

Some say his helmet is made entirely out of duck tape :P all we know is hes called the Stig! Awesome work

[wkortum]

Thanks for the support! it is great to know that there are other top gear fans out there!

[wkortum]

Thanks for the support! it is great to know that there are other top gear fans out there!