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Post 1 by cjc, 26 Jan 2009, 14:10

What are you guys using for back and/or chest protectors?

I've got a Forcefield insert for my jacket, but may upgrade to a wearable back and chest protector.

Post 2 by smoky, 26 Jan 2009, 14:28

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i use alpinestar back protector, it's great

have been thinking of chest protection, but have not gotten around to it yet....

Post 3 by lobster, 26 Jan 2009, 16:57

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Let's be honest, whichever one you opt for it's like wearing an ironing board. I use a forcefield back protector mainly because its a bit flexible, but that's not to say its comfy, especially when hot. Fortunately I've not tested it anger yet, so couldn't say if it makes the difference between living to tell the tale or being quadraspazzed on a life-glug, but I feel a bit safer when wearing it.

Post 4 by TheJoker, 26 Jan 2009, 18:29

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Post 5 by overthetop.ca, 26 Jan 2009, 18:32

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Post 6 by Stupid Luke, 26 Jan 2009, 20:21

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I have a dainese back protector....feel naked riding the track without it and it's well comfy too...

Post 7 by SDSmurf, 26 Jan 2009, 20:28

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Post 8 by Agent Orange, 26 Jan 2009, 21:35

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Post 9 by Agent Orange, 27 Jan 2009, 09:20

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Post 10 by SuperDuke-DK, 27 Jan 2009, 10:22

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Post 11 by wrebitup, 27 Jan 2009, 11:32

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Just a question re back protectors. I've seen several tests where the Forcefield back protector is the best by far and they seem very comfortable. However, I though part of the idea of back protectors was to prevent the rider's spine from bending backwards as the original (by barry sheene and dainese) had spines allowing the back only bend the 'normal' way.
I was very surprised when I inspected the Forcefield and realised it is just a piece of thick plastic that bends all over the place!

I understand it may have superior impact protection but is this worth it if your back is broken? Just wondering..

Post 12 by ShadeTheChangingMan, 27 Jan 2009, 11:33

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Just a question re back protectors. I've seen several tests where the Forcefield back protector is the best by far and they seem very comfortable. However, I though part of the idea of back protectors was to prevent the rider's spine from bending backwards as the original (by barry sheene and dainese) had spines allowing the back only bend the 'normal' way.
I was very surprised when I inspected the Forcefield and realised it is just a piece of thick plastic that bends all over the place!

I understand it may have superior impact protection but is this worth it if your back is broken? Just wondering..

Post 13 by lobster, 27 Jan 2009, 18:20

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I am currently using this one (Alpinestars Bionic Vest), combined back and chest protection. No problem riding with this one.

I also have a traditional back protector from 'Spyke', but i mainly use that one for skiing......