Torso Protection

[Christurbo]

Had a pretty bad off today which resulted in a chest into a rock and a very winded Christurbo.

Managed to recover and carried on with the ride but it looks like my chest has been involved in a full frontal car accident as I’ve bruised my rib cage and I have cuts all over my torso and arms. I’ve felt less pain after a car accident.

Does anyone use a lightweight torso protector for trail centres etc. pref one that goes under the jersey. Considering some piece of mind so I can still push it hard.

Thanks.

 

[Topi]

I´ve got this one and it´s pretty lite one but it should take that first punch anyway.

Paragon Lite Protection Jacket - Short Sleeve

The CE-certified Level 1 Paragon Lite Protection Jacket Short Sleeve boasts a lightweight, highly flexible design which provides impact and high abrasion protection within a breathable mesh sleeve for excellent levels of airflow and comfort.

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[Christurbo]

I´ve got this one and it´s pretty lite one but it should take that first punch anyway.

Paragon Lite Protection Jacket - Short Sleeve

The CE-certified Level 1 Paragon Lite Protection Jacket Short Sleeve boasts a lightweight, highly flexible design which provides impact and high abrasion protection within a breathable mesh sleeve for excellent levels of airflow and comfort.

www.alpinestars.com

That looks like just what I want. Thanks.

I’ve also seen the POC Oseus Torso which looks similar.

 

[James_C]

I ordered a few to try on. Some were a nightmare to get on and off. Some uncomfortable. A POC one a tried like that felt immediately very hot. I sent them all back.

Have now bought this Rockfight Ce Flex Chest Protector Solid Black which I'm hoping is cooler and more comfortable.

but it hasnt arrived yet..

 

[Ou812]

I have this one, it’s nice but I still sweat a good bit in it. They have the same thing in a sleeveless version but don’t know how much cooler it would be.

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[irie]

Had the same sort of thing happen to me, crashed onto my face and chest. When doing silly stuff now wear Leatt AirFlex Stealth Protector T-Shirt (with a full face helmet and knee and elbow pads).

 

[Christurbo]

Had the same sort of thing happen to me, crashed onto my face and chest. When doing silly stuff now wear Leatt AirFlex Stealth Protector T-Shirt (with a full face helmet and knee and elbow pads).

I just ordered the long sleeve version thanks

leatt

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[Topi]

I have this one, it’s nice but I still sweat a good bit in it. They have the same thing in a sleeveless version but don’t know how much cooler it would be.

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How´s this one to get of the sweaty body? That´s why i prefer the one with a zipper.

 

[Christurbo]

How´s this one to get of the sweaty body? That´s why i prefer the one with a zipper.

Watch this …..

It’s what made me choose the Leatt Air Flex Stealth.

 

[Bones]

I have this one from O'Neil. It was about £70 in the new year sales.
The zip front is a bonus as a mate has a full one and struggles getting it on and off.

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[Topi]

Watch this …..

It’s what made me choose the Leatt Air Flex Stealth.

I understand you. I took a short sleeve for the heat problem and changeable elbow protection.
Cool that you found something what fits you.

 

[Christurbo]

I understand you. I took a short sleeve for the heat problem and changeable elbow protection.
Cool that you found something what fits you.

It’s turning into Autumn here already it seems so went for the long sleeve version. If any good I might go for the short sleeve next year for summer.

 

[DirtFarmer]

G-Form, Pro-X3
I’ve suited up with G-Form. I went up one size for the jersey and shorts. Standard sizes for knees and elbows. I add shin pads whenever I wear long pants.
Yes they add warmth but I need to keep the injuries at bay.
I’m not a downhill racer but I set a pretty good pace. Mostly I wear protection for the bumps and scrapes that occur from sliding out or clipping trees or rocks when the trail is tight.
I would say the Pro-X3 is about the best I’ve been able to get my hands on for anything less than high speed tumbles.

 

[Hattori-Hanzo]

Been looking into this myself recently too.

Does anyone use the Troy Lee Designs UPS 7850? If so would you recommend it?

 

[Zimmerframe]

Been looking into this myself recently too.

Does anyone use the Troy Lee Designs UPS 7850? If so would you recommend it?

I use a 7855, there is a thread with some other options too .. There's been quite a few body armour threads.

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The elbows are excellent, it's lightweight, cool, good area of protection compared to other options.

I've got quite a range of protection and it's still the one I'll generally wear the most.