Anti-Sub Belts

Safety harnesses for racers have come a long way. Back in the '60s, I recall seeing a driver tied in with a big rope. I never knew what kind of knot was used, but I'll bet it was not a quick release. Another ancient device was the Sam Brown belt. It consisted of a belt worn higher than usual, with a strap running from one side in the front over the opposite shoulder. Rollbars (not 'cages) were often about as high as the driver's neck. The Sam Brown belt was supposed to allow him to duckin a rollover. He would usually stay in the car (i.e., if his legs didn't break too badly).