The Race V3 long-sleeve top from Alpinestars is an essential underwear item for those drivers looking for a lightweight and comfortable top that provides excellent heat and flame protection. This long-sleeved top is an affordable choice, ideal for professional or clubman racers alike. The Race V3 long-sleeve top strikes the perfect balance of safety and comfort, providing peace of mind to racers, knowing they are well-protected while remaining comfortable.
Approval:
- FIA 8856-2018 Approved
- SFI 3.3 Approved
Key Features:
- Lenzing FR material construction offers high levels of resistance against heat and flames.
- Elastane in the material allows for some stretch, providing a much less restrictive fit.
- Soft touch material minimises irritation on the skin.
Do I actually need FIA underwear?
If your championship requires it, this is the layer scrutineers ask about, and it is strongly recommended under any suit regardless. These tops are homologated to FIA 8856-2018, the current FIA standard, so the label is there when scrutineers ask for it. They also carry SFI 3.3 approval for events run to American SFI rules. Our guide on whether fireproof underwear is mandatory covers the rules championship by championship.
What size should I go for?
Sizes run from XS to XXL. Underwear layers should sit close to the skin without pinching, as loose fabric wrinkles under the suit and gets uncomfortable fast. Between sizes, take the smaller one for a base layer.
How do I wash it?
Underwear layers are the one bit of racewear you should wash after every use: cool and gentle, no bleach or fabric softener, air dry. That keeps the suit itself needing far fewer washes. Full routine in our racewear care guide.