Back protectors. I need personal reviews.

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ambitiousone

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Spidi Airback

Likes
shoulder straps.
tail flexes a little (front/back, not side-to-side)
light
adjustuble straps at waist, ala safety belt when lifting heavy objects?
fits fine inside my suit, doesn't move around

Dislikes
can get warm
it's a bitch to put on my suit now, by myself that is even with the suit dance. i guess i suffer velcroritis cuz I also gained 2 in. and 15-20lbs since I've had it. :mad :laughing
the edges get caught as I put on my 1pc suit. it maybe be easier for those w/ 2pc suits.
velcro that has the snaps is too small. once my tummy went bigger, it's harder for it to hold in place. :laughing folks that have seen me put it on (and try to keep it on by just holding my tummy in), will know what i mean. :teeth
no kidney protection
velcro messes up my undersuit because the velcro piece is not covered like the helimot back-protector.

Comfort
pretty comfy, once it's on.

Protection
tested from my high-side. no backproblems here, at least not from the highside.
tested from both lowsides. no issues tho my speed hump may have helped a some.

User friendly
does not creep up or down, not even in my textile. holds in place w/ my leathers, but that's only cuz I'm more (ahem) snug in 'em. :p


enuff details for ya? i'd rather go with a bohn or a helimut next time. helimot probably easiest to put a 1pc on because it's smooth and no ragged edges on sides or surface of backprotector as you slide the 1pc up. but it is thicker and will make your suit even more snug.

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superhawk

superhawk

B Group Sandbagger
magyarbetyar said:
I have since then puchased a Dainese BAP 3.

It is my first so really have no camparo info.

It works, very user friendly, good enough for now. Oh and the price was right :teeth
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Your welcome:teeth
 
squidhunter

squidhunter

suck.squeeze.bang.blow.
Dainese (forgot what model)

Likes-
shoulder straps, wide double velcro belt

Dislikes-
None

Comfort-
I dont even know its on

Protection-
Hasnt been tested (knocks on wood), but it is full length so it should give good coverage/protection

User Friendly-
Doesnt move around, or creep up

I'll bring it Tues, so you can check it out
 
rapidrobbie

rapidrobbie

Ride Fast Take Chances
I am now using a KNOX,I forget what model,I know they don't make it anymore:laughing :x I had a Dainese before,but I really didn't care for it(hard plastic)The KNOX is not bulky,comes in several different lengths,and works very well in crashes.The only other one I would buy besides the KNOX is the one from Helimot.
 
BigMeanTam

BigMeanTam

Well-known member
robscomputer said:
I just picked up the Alpinestar Tech back protector ...
Rob
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I have this one, too - it is light. The shoulder straps could be placed slightly better, but when you're in riding position it seems to stay in place fine & is comfortable. Overall quality seems extremely good. Also fits okay under leathers w/ full hard armor.

I also have an EVS ballistic series zip-front armored shirt, which i think a lot of peeps use for MX/dirt. I use it under an un-armored Frank Thomas jacket I have, and i really really like it. It's super adjustable, fits excellent, and puts extra armour everywhere. Works great if you want a little extra armor, doesn't take up much space, either. Not something I'd rely on in a high-speed get-off, however -- the armor just isn't as heavy-duty as the hard armor/back protector combo in my other leathers.

-BigMeanTam
 
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DaSpeCiALiSt

Well-known member
Dainese Backspace 1...the one with the back pivot. I like it because it fits well and I hardly notice that it's there. I wear it EVERY TIME I ride. That includes going to class with my leather jacket and jeans (underarmour underneath jeans). At times, I've kept it on throughout the whole day b/c of lack of a place to put my gear...and no complaints with it on. The waist strap is two-stage adjustable. The large one is to generally latch on around your waist/tummy. Then, there are two smaller straps (one on each side) to tighten it up, giving a more custom fit, esp. in lumbar area of the back. The shoulder straps are fine, they pretty much stay put. I hardly have to adjust them. RiDE magazine (like mentioned in the linked post) did a review on back protectors within the last few months, and Dainese was one of the top rated. Another bling factor for the Backspace is that there's reflective piping on it. Helps when you're chillin' in the middle of the night on the side of the road with the top part of your leathers hanging off your waist. :laughing And back in 2002, they came out with Backspace "Metal" models. They come in metallic red, blue, and also copper, I think. Red and blue for sure (and of course, black...not sure if they have metallic black).

The only other back protector I would consider purchasing is the Helimot TLV. I've tried it on without my leathers and it's comfy as far as I can tell. It even leaves a bit of an air flow pocket to help cool your back.
 
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littlerocket777

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i just bought the safety jacket space 2 from http://www.dainese.be/en/bargains/index.htm
after the exchange rate, it came out to be around $193 US. the only thing this one is missing is hard chestplates...compared to the safety jacket 20. and i think that's top of the line too. but the price difference is like another hundred for hard chest plates. i should get it by friday this week, i'll let you know how it is. the customer service is really good, even tho they're in the Belgium.
 
mrtnz

mrtnz

mär-'tE-(")nez
Brand: Bohn Body Armor
Model: Mini Carbon Kevlar Tour
Likes: IT FITS MY SMALL BODY! Slim (1/2 inch thick) and comfortable. It moves with me. It doesn't get too warm. It covers/protects my shoulder blades and kidneys too. It has no plastic parts (in the back) that could potentually puncture my body in a fatal crash.
Dislikes: It is so slim that it makes me wonder if it really protects. Also, the buckle/strap adjustment is on my collar bone. So, it hurts if I don't position it right. It might be just me as I am short and all skin and bones.
Protection: I had one low-side. However, I don't remember if I rolled on my back.
User Friendly: Yes. Just one strap to fiddle with. Your jacket/leathers will keep it in place.

Check out Bohn's other products like the T Pro Bhon Back Protector. The T Pro (brand of armor) is one of the best armor sold in Europe. It surpasses the CE Standard.

Good luck!
 
Barnaby Wilde

Barnaby Wilde

Keep your airspeed up!
Hi Guys,

I have the Bohn Cool-Air Pro Racer. It fits well under my Hein Gericke leather jacket and molds to your body contour. $200. Very comfortable and I always wear it, even on a 2 mile run to the grocery store.

The comfort factor is important because you might not wear the back protector during really hot days if it's too sweaty...
 
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