Chest Protectors / Back Protectors...

[azoomm]

My husband bought me a new item the other day, I got to try it out at the track on Friday. I love it. LOVE it... The back protector is zipped on, so there is no sliding around, my previous one would slip up as I put on the top of my leathers. This one doesn't do that.

I did remove the elbow and shoulder armor - my suit already has it. It's brilliant. WELL worth the money.

http://www.cyclegear.com/spgm.cfm?L1=&L2=&L3=&L4=&item=DAI_1875697-001-SM_G&tier2=95

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b56/azoomm/Me/Picture083.jpg

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b56/azoomm/Me/Picture084.jpg

[Trip]

I been looking for a good chest protector, but this is the same as a lot of them I have seen. I took my chest injury to the lower ribs and nothing really protects that area of the chest.

[WARputer]

Something like that is on my list to get....the crappy foam back protector in my suit is a joke.

[OneSickPsycho]

There's gear in that picture? I was too busy staring at your underarmored ass...

[NONE_too_SOFT]

There's gear in that picture? I was too busy staring at your underarmored ass...

ya i was checkin your butt out more than anything.


Dainese makes some fucking sweet gear. One day, when im making tons of scrilla, i'll be on that shit like a fat man in a candy store the day after a cure for diabetes.

[azoomm]

There's gear in that picture? I was too busy staring at your underarmored ass...

:lmao: That was my first thought when even taking the pictures...

I don't think I can tell you what a wonderful thing this thing is. I mean, the wide strap on the back protector is the same as my other one. But, the *problem* being female is the velcro straps go snug around the hips... then quickly slide up as my waist is more slender than my hips (if even a little bit). That means my back protector sometimes pokes me in the back of the neck :skep: Not a good thing, and doesn't happen with this :dthumb:

[OneSickPsycho]

:lmao: That was my first thought when even taking the pictures...

I don't think I can tell you what a wonderful thing this thing is. I mean, the wide strap on the back protector is the same as my other one. But, the *problem* being female is the velcro straps go snug around the hips... then quickly slide up as my waist is more slender than my hips (if even a little bit). That means my back protector sometimes pokes me in the back of the neck :skep: Not a good thing, and doesn't happen with this :dthumb:

As I was reading I thought you were still talking about your ass until well into the next sentence...

[marko138]

I'm also looking at chest protectors.

[PhiSig1071]

Very nice.

I actually picked one of these up:

http://fstg.motosport.com/motographics/images/products/Metric/07apparel/ALP_BionicSPVest.jpg

And used it for the first time yesterday at Barber. Off the bike it pokes you in the neck a little, but on the bike it was flawless. I never even knew it was there. I like this one because it's a little less money than Dianese and it doesn't have sleeves, so it's easier to get on and off. My suit has armor in the elbows and shoulders that I am happy with. Plus this has extra padding protecting your kidneys and collarbones, and the kidney/collar padding is gel-cell armor so it will actually do some good.

They also make a womans version with specially designed strap that prevents riding up.

[Cutty72]

nice ass... i mean armor.

[comonboys]

nice ass... i mean armor.



Check your PM's

[Cutty72]

Check your PM's

already read it.

[comonboys]

already read it.

Well, thanks for telling me of PM'n me back butthead....

[azoomm]

Very nice.

I actually picked one of these up:

http://fstg.motosport.com/motographics/images/products/Metric/07apparel/ALP_BionicSPVest.jpg

And used it for the first time yesterday at Barber. Off the bike it pokes you in the neck a little, but on the bike it was flawless. I never even knew it was there. I like this one because it's a little less money than Dianese and it doesn't have sleeves, so it's easier to get on and off. My suit has armor in the elbows and shoulders that I am happy with. Plus this has extra padding protecting your kidneys and collarbones, and the kidney/collar padding is gel-cell armor so it will actually do some good.

They also make a womans version with specially designed strap that prevents riding up.

They only make the women's version in full sleeves - with the mesh it's HORRIBLY uncomfortable on the arms, and the armor isn't removable so it gets in the way for the shoulder and elbows. :td:

[PhiSig1071]

They only make the women's version in full sleeves - with the mesh it's HORRIBLY uncomfortable on the arms, and the armor isn't removable so it gets in the way for the shoulder and elbows. :td:

Bummer. I noticed the women's full sleeve one and figured they'd make a sleeveless version too.

[azoomm]

Bummer. I noticed the women's full sleeve one and figured they'd make a sleeveless version too.

Me too... Oh well. :shrug: This one I can unzip the back protector and throw it in the wash :)

[PhiSig1071]

Me too... Oh well. :shrug: This one I can unzip the back protector and throw it in the wash :)

Cool! The back protector unzips from this one too, but I don't know if I can throw the rest of it in the wash. I'm pretty happy with it so far!

[JoJoYZF]

nice ass... i mean armor.

Agreed

[t-homo]

I been looking for a good chest protector, but this is the same as a lot of them I have seen. I took my chest injury to the lower ribs and nothing really protects that area of the chest.

Does something like this look a little better? I've never heard of the brand, but it looks like its closer to what you are looking for.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/350/12233/ITEM/EVS-BJ-22-Ultra-X-Ballistic-Jersey.aspx

[NeonspeedRT]

Spidi has a new chect/back protector combo that looks pretty nice. I think it's the defender or something like that.

[PhiSig1071]

Does something like this look a little better? I've never heard of the brand, but it looks like its closer to what you are looking for.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/1/1/350/12233/ITEM/EVS-BJ-22-Ultra-X-Ballistic-Jersey.aspx

EVS Makes mostly dirt stuff. I'm not sure if that jacket would fit under leathers.

Spidi has a new chect/back protector combo that looks pretty nice. I think it's the defender or something like that.

Yep, they sure do, and it's gorgeous! I am happy with mine, but when I am ready for a new one I'll probably look into that one.

Hell, if you want chest/back protection on the cheap get an Icon Field Armor vest. It's a HELL of a lot better than nothing!

[ceo012384]

That setup looks very comfortable, albeit pricey. I'm going to be looking into a chest/back protector combo pretty soon and will consider this one. I need it to be pretty thin to fit under my suit, that's the only constraint.

[PhiSig1071]

That setup looks very comfortable, albeit pricey. I'm going to be looking into a chest/back protector combo pretty soon and will consider this one. I need it to be pretty thin to fit under my suit, that's the only constraint.

The A-Stars one fits very nice under my suit, I'd recommend taking a look at it.

[OneSickPsycho]

Spidi has a new chect/back protector combo that looks pretty nice. I think it's the defender or something like that.

Defender...

http://hellforleathermagazine.com/spidi-defender.jpg

$250.

Looks super thin.

[ceo012384]

The A-Stars one fits very nice under my suit, I'd recommend taking a look at it.
Yeah that thing looks very nice... and it's 100 bucks cheaper than the unit zoomy got. Hmmm...
Defender...

http://hellforleathermagazine.com/spidi-defender.jpg

$250.

Looks super thin.
DAMN.... that thing also looks great... really nice.

The dainese one has sleeves which I dont need since all my shit has elbow armor already, and I'm always too hot anyways so I don't need more coverage.

The a* one will probably be my choice since it's cheaper, but if I run into some ching that spidi piece is SICK.

[ceo012384]

Update:

Considering the spidi defender, seen in the above post, or the knox contour race back protector and the attachable chest protector (the straps from the back protector run through it), both shown below:

http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/catalog/knox-contour400.jpg

http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/catalog/chestSM.jpg

Anyone have any experience?

I like the defender because it is one unit and looks solid and nice and thin. My only concern with it is whether or not the back goes down far enough to provide ample tailbone coverage.

The knox combo looks to be pretty awesome and the back part is CE level 2 which is mo betta.

I need to figure this out fairly soon to run my 'new' 1piece at the track...

[OneSickPsycho]

The race version looks to go well into the buttcrack for adequate coccyx coverage...

[marko138]

The race version looks to go well into the buttcrack for adequate coccyx coverage...
Grandma fell at the doons, broke her coccyx.

[DLIT]

ya i was checkin your butt out more than anything.


Dainese makes some fucking sweet gear. One day, when im making tons of scrilla, i'll be on that shit like a fat man in a candy store the day after a cure for diabetes.

Kangaroo leather. Shit's sick. The wifey bought me the Laguna Seca jacket to match my Laguna 1-peice. Kangaroo leather is so fucking soft, it feels like it's already broken in.

[Rider]

Kangaroo leather. Shit's sick. The wifey bought me the Laguna Seca jacket to match my Laguna 1-peice. Kangaroo leather is so fucking soft, it feels like it's already broken in.

You buy it at Cycle Gear? Thats a sweet jacket.

[DLIT]

You buy it at Cycle Gear? Thats a sweet jacket.

Yeah, got both things there. Only paid $830 OTD for the 1-piece, too. Got the jacket for $325 OTD. Real cool guy that works there hooked me up.

[Rider]

Yeah, got both things there. Only paid $830 OTD for the 1-piece, too. Got the jacket for $325 OTD. Real cool guy that works there hooked me up.

Thats a great price because the jackets retail at 400. I need a CG hook up...

[PhiSig1071]

Thats a great price because the jackets retail at 400. I need a CG hook up...

CG is a great place. They really support the MSF. I'm an MSF ridercoach, and they give us a 30% discount on everything, with the exception of tires (15%) and service.

[Rider]

CG is a great place. They really support the MSF. I'm an MSF ridercoach, and they give us a 30% discount on everything, with the exception of tires (15%) and service.

I'll take a Laguna Seca Jacket in a 46, where do I send the check? :lol:

[PhiSig1071]

I'll take a Laguna Seca Jacket in a 46, where do I send the check? :lol:

CG gives ME a 30% discount, that doesn't mean I'm going to give you the same! :lol:

15% plus shipping! :lol:

[Rider]

CG gives ME a 30% discount, that doesn't mean I'm going to give you the same! :lol:

15% plus shipping! :lol:

I get 15% locally... :idk:

[PhiSig1071]

:sorry:

Believe it or not, CG actually akes a note of what size stuff you wear, so I actually can only buy stuff for me. Other than consumables like oil and such. Kinda sucks because my brother and father both ride too, and I can't get them anything because they're not my size.

Hell ICON used to give us 50% off list. But too many people took advantage of it and now they don't.

[Rider]

:sorry:

Believe it or not, CG actually akes a note of what size stuff you wear, so I actually can only buy stuff for me. Other than consumables like oil and such. Kinda sucks because my brother and father both ride too, and I can't get them anything because they're not my size.

Hell ICON used to give us 50% off list. But too many people took advantage of it and now they don't.

Tell me you wear a 46 jacket... :lol:

[PhiSig1071]

Tell me you wear a 46 jacket... :lol:
:lol:

Depends on the manufacturer. I wear a 50 in Teknic, 48 in Komodo, 52 in AGV. I'm 6'4" and 220.

[Rider]

:lol:

Depends on the manufacturer. I wear a 50 in Teknic, 48 in Komodo, 52 in AGV. I'm 6'4" and 220.

Shit.. alright, I tried....

[PhiSig1071]

Shit.. alright, I tried....


Sorry bro! I'd love to help you out, but I don't want to lose my discount!

[Rider]

Sorry bro! I'd love to help you out, but I don't want to lose my discount!

I don't blame you that's a significant discount.

[Phenix_Rider]

:lol:

Depends on the manufacturer. I wear a 50 in Teknic, 48 in Komodo, 52 in AGV. I'm 6'4" and 220.

What do you wear in A*? :lol:

[PhiSig1071]

What do you wear in A*? :lol:

:lol:

About a 48 or 50.

You guys are killing me! You want the discount?! Go put in the time and effort it takes to become a ridercoach! :lol:

[Rider]

:lol:

About a 48 or 50.

You guys are killing me! You want the discount?! Go put in the time and effort it takes to become a ridercoach! :lol:

If I only had time...

[PhiSig1071]

If I only had time...

I hear ya. I did it a little over a year ago, I was working becoming a coach, my normal job, and going to college all at the same time.

[Rider]

I hear ya. I did it a little over a year ago, I was working becoming a coach, my normal job, and going to college all at the same time.

I did that, full time college and a full time job.... not fun.

[marko138]

I hear ya. I did it a little over a year ago, I was working becoming a coach, my normal job, and going to college all at the same time.
Do you like it? I've thought about doing it. How often do you work?

[PhiSig1071]

I did that, full time college and a full time job.... not fun.

Nope, it's better now, but at the time it sucked.

Do you like it? I've thought about doing it. How often do you work?

I LOVE it. But I also love to teach, you have to WANT to teach in order to be a good RiderCoach. If you do not enjoy teaching, then it will burn you out. I usually work two weekends a month coaching.

I have to be honest, if you are thinking about doing it for the money, don't, because the money is good, but it's not the right motivation. Sure money will get you out of bed at 0530, but money wont buy patience when you have to explain to a student why they have to shift into first when they come to a stop, or why they should use four fingers on the brake, or why they might want to re-consider the "Fred Flintstone" stopping method, at 0730.

Not saying that you'd be like that, but if the thing going through your mind when you think about it is "That'd be a fun way to get a little extra cash for parts/bike/track/etc" then it actually wont be fun at all. If you're thinking "Wow, it'd be really awesome to teach people how to ride" then yeah, go for it.

[Mr Lefty]

I think I had a thread on here about asking about becoming a rider coach... it's something I want to do... but I'll wait till i have a few more full riding seasons under my belt... but I think I'll see if I can assist when I get to colorado.

[PhiSig1071]

I think I had a thread on here about asking about becoming a rider coach... it's something I want to do... but I'll wait till i have a few more full riding seasons under my belt... but I think I'll see if I can assist when I get to colorado.

:lol:

Not only CAN you assist, it's actually required. You have to do an (unpaid) "internship" with a school. You help get the bikes ready, you help set the range up, sometimes you'll read the cards and brief the students. Trust me, you want to do this as much as you can before you try to go through the RiderCoach Program, it will make things so much easier for you when it's time to do your RCP.

[Mr Lefty]

Yeah Nee was saying you have to do that first... but seeing as I probably won't have the experience for several years to teach... I figure I'll still assist as much as I can

[ceo012384]

:lol:

Not only CAN you assist, it's actually required. You have to do an (unpaid) "internship" with a school. You help get the bikes ready, you help set the range up, sometimes you'll read the cards and brief the students. Trust me, you want to do this as much as you can before you try to go through the RiderCoach Program, it will make things so much easier for you when it's time to do your RCP.
I want to become a ridercoach someday soon. I was talking to one of the track day instructors and he said I already had the skills/experience to do it, and thought I would be good at it.

It would be a great feeling to be putting (hopefully) smart riders on the road.