Leatt 3df Airfit Body Protector thoughts

TamirMashiach
Edited Date/Time 7/12/2019 1:06pm
Hello guys
i was thinking about getting one of those body protectors

what is your thoughts guys about this product? some of you happen to crash with this and got safe ? or you heard from friends/people it is useful ?

let me know guys
thank you
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Hudd_421 7/11/2019 9:13am
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Does anyone actually wear these massive protective jackets? It's currently 100 degrees and 60% humidity here in Texas...think I'd die.
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TamirMashiach 7/11/2019 9:18am
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Hudd_421 wrote:
Does anyone actually wear these massive protective jackets? It's currently 100 degrees and 60% humidity here in Texas...think I'd die.
well it is kinda hot in israel rn, but idk i do wanna feel safe when I'm riding and not get injured if i will fall
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buzz06 7/11/2019 9:33am
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After messing up my shoulder last summer I bought the one that is chest/back/shoulders. I will say that when I rode last week it was either ditch the protector or pack it up early for the day because I was overheating with it on. I’ve taken a few tumbles in it and overall it does work well. You just need to remember it’s soft armor so it’s only going to provide so much protection.
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Spooner 7/11/2019 9:46am
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I wear this, the sequence jacket. It’s soft Armour CE level 1 but is super breathable. The kidney belt is adjustable and removable which is what I did. I race off road and have raced for 2 hours in the 90’s and have no problem overheating. I’ve crashed hard a few times too and it did a great job protecting me. I personally went with the short sleeve version.



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DR176 7/11/2019 10:38am
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Hudd_421 wrote:
Does anyone actually wear these massive protective jackets? It's currently 100 degrees and 60% humidity here in Texas...think I'd die.
You'd be amazed how many guys (mostly older) are wearing body suits out in the trails. At least out here in california anyway. Motocross track probably not, but it's easy to forget that there are just as many trail dogs out there as moto guys.
Finnish_Flash_62 7/11/2019 10:44am
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buzz06 wrote:
After messing up my shoulder last summer I bought the one that is chest/back/shoulders. I will say that when I rode last week it was either...
After messing up my shoulder last summer I bought the one that is chest/back/shoulders. I will say that when I rode last week it was either ditch the protector or pack it up early for the day because I was overheating with it on. I’ve taken a few tumbles in it and overall it does work well. You just need to remember it’s soft armor so it’s only going to provide so much protection.
It actually performs better than most of the ”normal” hard protectors, as it has level 2 certifications.

I’ve used the sleeveless version of this for a couple of years. Really liked the comfort of it as it doesn’t feel that heavy. Also I’ve never had any issues with heat.
TamirMashiach 7/11/2019 11:11am
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buzz06 wrote:
After messing up my shoulder last summer I bought the one that is chest/back/shoulders. I will say that when I rode last week it was either...
After messing up my shoulder last summer I bought the one that is chest/back/shoulders. I will say that when I rode last week it was either ditch the protector or pack it up early for the day because I was overheating with it on. I’ve taken a few tumbles in it and overall it does work well. You just need to remember it’s soft armor so it’s only going to provide so much protection.
Finnish_Flash_62 wrote:
It actually performs better than most of the ”normal” hard protectors, as it has level 2 certifications. I’ve used the sleeveless version of this for a...
It actually performs better than most of the ”normal” hard protectors, as it has level 2 certifications.

I’ve used the sleeveless version of this for a couple of years. Really liked the comfort of it as it doesn’t feel that heavy. Also I’ve never had any issues with heat.
you kinda think the same as i do
i just bought the leatt 3df airfit size S/M
even if its kinda hot sometimes its still feels nice to feel protect
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buzz06 7/11/2019 12:36pm
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buzz06 wrote:
After messing up my shoulder last summer I bought the one that is chest/back/shoulders. I will say that when I rode last week it was either...
After messing up my shoulder last summer I bought the one that is chest/back/shoulders. I will say that when I rode last week it was either ditch the protector or pack it up early for the day because I was overheating with it on. I’ve taken a few tumbles in it and overall it does work well. You just need to remember it’s soft armor so it’s only going to provide so much protection.
Finnish_Flash_62 wrote:
It actually performs better than most of the ”normal” hard protectors, as it has level 2 certifications. I’ve used the sleeveless version of this for a...
It actually performs better than most of the ”normal” hard protectors, as it has level 2 certifications.

I’ve used the sleeveless version of this for a couple of years. Really liked the comfort of it as it doesn’t feel that heavy. Also I’ve never had any issues with heat.
I did not know that, I was just looking for something that would protect well and fit under the jersey. As far as the overheating, normally I don’t have that issue but I am fat and July 4th it was like 90* with idk how much humidity so it was becoming unbearable.
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ab5772 7/11/2019 4:02pm
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TamirMashiach wrote:
Hello guys i was thinking about getting one of those body protectors [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/07/11/359505/s1200_5.jpg[/img] what is your thoughts guys about this product? some of you happen to...
Hello guys
i was thinking about getting one of those body protectors

what is your thoughts guys about this product? some of you happen to crash with this and got safe ? or you heard from friends/people it is useful ?

let me know guys
thank you
I used the one pictured for 3 years and loved it. I just replaced it with the latest version that came out this year that's even more ventilated and I like it even more. It's the best, least restrictive, lowest profile "body protector" out there in my opinion. Of course it's hotter than just a jersey, but I wear it during 100 degree Utah summers and don't mind it a bit. But I'm a desert dork, so what do I know.

edit: for folks questioning the protection of the "soft" padding, I was in the same boat. After years of "testing" (aka crashing) in high speed, rocky terrain, my concerns have been dismissed.

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stone881 7/11/2019 4:52pm
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Use the sleeveless myself and love it. I did remove one layer of padding on the chest, so as to better accommodate an Atlas neck brace.
TamirMashiach 7/11/2019 9:42pm
7/11/2019 9:42pm
TamirMashiach wrote:
Hello guys i was thinking about getting one of those body protectors [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2019/07/11/359505/s1200_5.jpg[/img] what is your thoughts guys about this product? some of you happen to...
Hello guys
i was thinking about getting one of those body protectors

what is your thoughts guys about this product? some of you happen to crash with this and got safe ? or you heard from friends/people it is useful ?

let me know guys
thank you
ab5772 wrote:
I used the one pictured for 3 years and loved it. I just replaced it with the latest version that came out this year that's even...
I used the one pictured for 3 years and loved it. I just replaced it with the latest version that came out this year that's even more ventilated and I like it even more. It's the best, least restrictive, lowest profile "body protector" out there in my opinion. Of course it's hotter than just a jersey, but I wear it during 100 degree Utah summers and don't mind it a bit. But I'm a desert dork, so what do I know.

edit: for folks questioning the protection of the "soft" padding, I was in the same boat. After years of "testing" (aka crashing) in high speed, rocky terrain, my concerns have been dismissed.

you really answered all my questing
ty alot man appreciate it
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I have the sleeveless version, it works well but the zipper is shit, zip it up and put it over your head each time or else it breaks after a month, i dont know how many i have gone through just because of broken zippers
TamirMashiach 7/12/2019 7:07am
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I have the sleeveless version, it works well but the zipper is shit, zip it up and put it over your head each time or else...
I have the sleeveless version, it works well but the zipper is shit, zip it up and put it over your head each time or else it breaks after a month, i dont know how many i have gone through just because of broken zippers
hahahahahahaha
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Jeremy Macbeth 7/12/2019 7:29am
7/12/2019 7:29am Edited Date/Time 7/12/2019 7:30am
Never understood what the hell these are supposed to do above and beyond a simple chest protector. Are you guys worried about a few little abrasions on your precious elbows or something? What the hell do these actually do besides increase your body temperature?

Why don't you just wrap yourselves in a giant roll of furniture foam?
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MPJC 7/12/2019 7:58am
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I use an Alpinestars A10 chest protector. Awesome protection - probably much better than this Leatt product - and a reasonable amount of ventilation. It has shoulder pads, and you could always add elbow pads if you wanted. You couldn't pay me to wear one of these body protectors.
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ab5772 7/12/2019 8:28am
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Jeremy Macbeth wrote:
Never understood what the hell these are supposed to do above and beyond a simple chest protector. Are you guys worried about a few little abrasions...
Never understood what the hell these are supposed to do above and beyond a simple chest protector. Are you guys worried about a few little abrasions on your precious elbows or something? What the hell do these actually do besides increase your body temperature?

Why don't you just wrap yourselves in a giant roll of furniture foam?
I wear it to protect myself from big, strong men like yourself and also to protect my precious elbows. Thanks for asking.
Finnish_Flash_62 7/12/2019 12:00pm
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buzz06 wrote:
After messing up my shoulder last summer I bought the one that is chest/back/shoulders. I will say that when I rode last week it was either...
After messing up my shoulder last summer I bought the one that is chest/back/shoulders. I will say that when I rode last week it was either ditch the protector or pack it up early for the day because I was overheating with it on. I’ve taken a few tumbles in it and overall it does work well. You just need to remember it’s soft armor so it’s only going to provide so much protection.
Finnish_Flash_62 wrote:
It actually performs better than most of the ”normal” hard protectors, as it has level 2 certifications. I’ve used the sleeveless version of this for a...
It actually performs better than most of the ”normal” hard protectors, as it has level 2 certifications.

I’ve used the sleeveless version of this for a couple of years. Really liked the comfort of it as it doesn’t feel that heavy. Also I’ve never had any issues with heat.
buzz06 wrote:
I did not know that, I was just looking for something that would protect well and fit under the jersey. As far as the overheating, normally...
I did not know that, I was just looking for something that would protect well and fit under the jersey. As far as the overheating, normally I don’t have that issue but I am fat and July 4th it was like 90* with idk how much humidity so it was becoming unbearable.
Yeah, you’re not alone on that one. I’ll bet 95% of people who buy a chest protector or body armour don’t know that there are differences in the way they protect. Neither did I until I had to start selling those things and actually dig in to it. There are 3 different certifications, CE, CE level 1 and CE level 2. CE actually only classifies as roost guard, and it’s amazing how many major ”protectors” only have this certification. Atleast a couple of years back Leatt and Alpinestars were the only ones with products with the highest level 2 protection. These certifications can be found printed on every protector, so next time you go to your local dealer I recomend checking through the protectors they have to see what kind of differences there are between products.
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Barrett57 7/12/2019 12:15pm
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Jeremy Macbeth wrote:
Never understood what the hell these are supposed to do above and beyond a simple chest protector. Are you guys worried about a few little abrasions...
Never understood what the hell these are supposed to do above and beyond a simple chest protector. Are you guys worried about a few little abrasions on your precious elbows or something? What the hell do these actually do besides increase your body temperature?

Why don't you just wrap yourselves in a giant roll of furniture foam?
It takes something special for a post to stand out for its stupidity on vital mx, but you managed it. Congrats.
TamirMashiach 7/12/2019 12:53pm
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MPJC wrote:
I use an Alpinestars A10 chest protector. Awesome protection - probably much better than this Leatt product - and a reasonable amount of ventilation. It has...
I use an Alpinestars A10 chest protector. Awesome protection - probably much better than this Leatt product - and a reasonable amount of ventilation. It has shoulder pads, and you could always add elbow pads if you wanted. You couldn't pay me to wear one of these body protectors.
off the subject
im riding for like 1-2 years what would u recommend me for few singles offroad dunes mx trucks
450 sxf or 350 sxf?
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MPJC 7/12/2019 12:59pm
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MPJC wrote:
I use an Alpinestars A10 chest protector. Awesome protection - probably much better than this Leatt product - and a reasonable amount of ventilation. It has...
I use an Alpinestars A10 chest protector. Awesome protection - probably much better than this Leatt product - and a reasonable amount of ventilation. It has shoulder pads, and you could always add elbow pads if you wanted. You couldn't pay me to wear one of these body protectors.
TamirMashiach wrote:
off the subject
im riding for like 1-2 years what would u recommend me for few singles offroad dunes mx trucks
450 sxf or 350 sxf?
I've never owned a 450 but I really like the 350. It feels nearly as powerful and quite a bit lighter than any 450 I've ridden. Frankly, the 250 is even more fun to ride. I supposedly keep it around for my kid but I end up riding it quite a bit.
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TamirMashiach 7/12/2019 1:06pm
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MPJC wrote:
I use an Alpinestars A10 chest protector. Awesome protection - probably much better than this Leatt product - and a reasonable amount of ventilation. It has...
I use an Alpinestars A10 chest protector. Awesome protection - probably much better than this Leatt product - and a reasonable amount of ventilation. It has shoulder pads, and you could always add elbow pads if you wanted. You couldn't pay me to wear one of these body protectors.
TamirMashiach wrote:
off the subject
im riding for like 1-2 years what would u recommend me for few singles offroad dunes mx trucks
450 sxf or 350 sxf?
MPJC wrote:
I've never owned a 450 but I really like the 350. It feels nearly as powerful and quite a bit lighter than any 450 I've ridden...
I've never owned a 450 but I really like the 350. It feels nearly as powerful and quite a bit lighter than any 450 I've ridden. Frankly, the 250 is even more fun to ride. I supposedly keep it around for my kid but I end up riding it quite a bit.
i had a 250 but sometimes i open dunes and offroads and 250 felt really boring on those
it is really fun in some MX truck
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HighPlainsSquid 7/13/2019 11:51am
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ab5772 wrote:
I used the one pictured for 3 years and loved it. I just replaced it with the latest version that came out this year that's even...
I used the one pictured for 3 years and loved it. I just replaced it with the latest version that came out this year that's even more ventilated and I like it even more. It's the best, least restrictive, lowest profile "body protector" out there in my opinion. Of course it's hotter than just a jersey, but I wear it during 100 degree Utah summers and don't mind it a bit. But I'm a desert dork, so what do I know.

edit: for folks questioning the protection of the "soft" padding, I was in the same boat. After years of "testing" (aka crashing) in high speed, rocky terrain, my concerns have been dismissed.

I have the newest one and use it any time it's less than 90F out, mostly in enduros and hare scramble, but also 1 MX. I've tumbled in it several time and come up good. It's not nearly as hot as you might think and I like the protection.
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