Chest protector confusion

I really appreciate everyone's feedback. I do want the cup over the shoulder as I seem to use my shoulders for ejection tuck and roll situations on land and water. DOCJD, is the TLD the 5955 that can be fitted in 50+ ways? It looks to offer the most versatility from the hundreds of model options.

Ok, with a 116 views to this thread does that mean only 5 wear chest protectors? Let's hear it, whether you wear or not.

Thanks to all for the inputs! It was very helpful!!

To summarize, there's multiple different options, no right or wrong but what you prefer for protection coverage, safety, cooling and comfort. While the Leatt Boast safety endorsements it may/may not mean the others don't pass the same testing....possibly that they may have not paid for the testing and endorsements.

One chest protector that did stand out for me was the Troy Lee Design 8955 as it offers all the various features with the option to reconfigure to what specific options you prefer based on your own body and trial. I find this a great option if you're really not sure what level of protection and comfort you're ok with as you can configure it in 55 options.

At a cost of $199 for the TLD 8955 it would be nice if they de bundled the chest protector so you could purchase only the pieces you wanted as to not pay for something you may not need i.e. shoulder cups, side panels etc. One model, various options for different price points based on customer preference. That would drive pricing down as well. Now that would be a win / win for customer and company!