Help Me Pick Out A Chest Protector

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I'm in the market for a new one. I would also like some back and rib protection. Anybody got any favorites? I don't want just "roost" protection. I want chest, rib and spine protection. Is there such a product?

Let me also say in advance, "much ty"
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Irwinmoto 6/26/2017 8:40am
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I was looking for some of the same characteristics. I bought the Alpinestars A-4 this spring and have been really pleased with it. It has alot of coverage on the back and some on the sides (which this weekend when I took at branch to the ribcage proved valuable). Also it is vented really well. Overall all I have been very happy with it. I don't wear a neck brace with it so I can't comment to that aspect. Hope this helps.
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Turbojez wrote:
Alpinestars A10 Chest Pro Bro. [img]https://www.fc-moto.de/WebRoot/FCMotoDB/Shops/10207048/57AE/6368/1FD1/D45C/1FCB/4DEB/AEAD/D820/Alpinestars-A-10-FULL-CHEST-PROTECTOR-6700517-213-800-800-MantainAspectRatio.jpg[/img]
Alpinestars A10 Chest Pro Bro.
pic one of these up a month ago and love it under my jersey.. i dont use the shoulders though
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mattyhamz2 6/26/2017 8:59am
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OP, from the looks of your profile picture you have enough protection for your entire body. But if you are still concerned about protection maybe I should recommend a bullet proof vest to go over your early 90's track suit? Much ty for your question.

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Harry Backmon 6/26/2017 9:03am
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mattyhamz2 wrote:
OP, from the looks of your profile picture you have enough protection for your entire body. But if you are still concerned about protection maybe I...
OP, from the looks of your profile picture you have enough protection for your entire body. But if you are still concerned about protection maybe I should recommend a bullet proof vest to go over your early 90's track suit? Much ty for your question.
LOL.
Harry Backmon 6/26/2017 9:04am
6/26/2017 9:04am
Funny you guys should mention the A-stars 4 & 10. Both are what I was leaning towards.
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kkawboy14 6/26/2017 9:05am
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Personally I like the fox clear
wideopen198 6/26/2017 9:21am
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The Fox Proframe LC is pretty good.
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kkawboy14 6/26/2017 9:27am
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I have to wear one know that covers my defibrillator, so it doesn't get hit by a rock. I just cut the sleeves off



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ga_pike 6/26/2017 9:51am
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The Fox Roost 2 and HRP may have been the best 2 chest protectors of all time. With that in mind, I'd lean towards the Fox that is pictured above.
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DoctorJD 6/26/2017 9:55am
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I've got this one. I use it under-jersey and it's pretty comfy...as chest pros go.



Harry Backmon 6/26/2017 10:39am
6/26/2017 10:39am
Thanks guys!

Docbro...that one looks like it has good rib protection.

Henbro, I will do so. Thank you!
Harry Backmon 6/26/2017 10:40am
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ga_pike wrote:
The Fox Roost 2 and HRP may have been the best 2 chest protectors of all time. With that in mind, I'd lean towards the Fox...
The Fox Roost 2 and HRP may have been the best 2 chest protectors of all time. With that in mind, I'd lean towards the Fox that is pictured above.
Thanks for your input, Georgiabro. Sure wish the old Valdosta track was still open.
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you can do what she did ...
cost is low...
Harry Backmon 6/26/2017 11:16am
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tp4 wrote:
you can do what she did ... cost is low... [img]https://www.fototime.com/62911039207A03A/standard.jpg[/img]
you can do what she did ...
cost is low...


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pete24 6/26/2017 11:20am
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HRP made in new hampshire lifetime warenty

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I love my Thor Force but they dont make it anymore


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kzizok 6/26/2017 11:57am
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Umm, just don't shave.

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PJRAUS 6/26/2017 2:23pm
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ga_pike wrote:
The Fox Roost 2 and HRP may have been the best 2 chest protectors of all time. With that in mind, I'd lean towards the Fox...
The Fox Roost 2 and HRP may have been the best 2 chest protectors of all time. With that in mind, I'd lean towards the Fox that is pictured above.
I'm still wearing my roost 2, it's about 18 years old and looks it too!
Do those new fox ones have the suspension mesh under the shoulder pads?
That was the best feature of the roost 2, those shoulder pads took the hit and the mesh underneath prevented your shoulder from receiving the follow through.
I've never had a shoulder or collarbone injury. I put that down to the protection offered by that old roost 2.
I'm in the market for a new one too...
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Anonymous wrote:
I'm in the market for a new one. I would also like some back and rib protection. Anybody got any favorites? I don't want just "roost"...
I'm in the market for a new one. I would also like some back and rib protection. Anybody got any favorites? I don't want just "roost" protection. I want chest, rib and spine protection. Is there such a product?

Let me also say in advance, "much ty"
Harrybro,

The best protection you can get on the market is an RXR Chest Protector but the downside is they are warm. Probably not as warm as that fur jacket your are currently sporting or that sweater from your previous avatar pic.

https://rxrprotect.com/us/47-offroad

They are air inflatable.
YellowZonker 6/26/2017 3:18pm
6/26/2017 3:18pm
The Leatt 4.5 had the highest impact ratings in the price range and its super comfy so that's what I bought. Obviously neck brace compatible too.
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Taotech 6/26/2017 6:54pm
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Damn neckbraces came out now almost none of the chest protectors have any shoulder protection. WTF! Damn my shoulder hurts!
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tempura 6/26/2017 7:42pm
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Yes, Much ty!!

I use a RXR Bullet protector.
Very protective, but extremely hot and bulky.
The back and chest protection is second to none, with the inflatable protection on vital areas.
Has to be worn over the jersey, it's too bulky to go under.
After I sustained vertebrae damage at the start of 2016, I've been wearing it. If you can put up with the bulk, it's worth it.


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JM485 6/26/2017 8:29pm
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Taotech wrote:
Damn neckbraces came out now almost none of the chest protectors have any shoulder protection. WTF! Damn my shoulder hurts!
http://evs-sports.com/moto/chest-protection/f2-roost-guard-black

I don't know if you wear a neck brace or not, but this is the one I wear and it's neck brace compatible. I was in the same boat, I wanted at least some shoulder protection, and this was the best option I found.
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bents 6/26/2017 9:28pm
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I picked up a Fox Raptor Roost Protector and really like it. Great wrap around protection.

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