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How many of us has been in 2nd or 3rd gear, crashed over a tiny jump or big hole and broken a collarbone.
This is cheap insurane compare to what may be a week, or more off work.
That’s one way to say what I said with more words. Obviously it is developed for an array of crashes that have to due with dirt bikes. Falling out of the sky is surely one of them, as was proved on saturday.
I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO KNOW WHAT, IF ANY CHEST/BACK PROTECTION HE WAS WEARING, IN THE INTEREST OF SCIENCE ONLY, NOT TO CRITIZE HIS CHOICES
THE TECH AIR!!!!! Stop yelling and read the thread.
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My comment was in response to the suggestion that these vests were only good for big jumps, where you’re falling out of the sky.
These vests won’t do anything to protect the neck, head, pelvis, or legs, which are hugely susceptible to long falls from the sky.
Ah, I misinterpreted your comment as it is only supposed to detect crashes on jumps. Apologies!
27g’s seems nuts
When I was about 18 I got hit in the back really bad wearing the V2000. I was really surprised when my Dr. asked if I was wearing a Flak Jak or something, the Hannah product. I didn't think a Dr. would know MX gear by name. He said no doubt the pads saved my spine.
Not only impressive that the tech air does what it does, but the fact they came out with data to back it up is really impressive. If I wasn’t an A-Stars fan before I sure as shit am now. No way to prove it but I believe that system saved his ability to move his legs if not his life. Absolutely wild.
Have you ever worn a neck brace? You can still tuck your head while wearing a neck brace. After 2 laps of wearing on, when they first came out, I didn't even notice it. So much mis-information out there...
I wore a neck brace for probably 10 years and they definitely restrict your head movement. The helmet that you are using also makes a big difference to how restrictive the brace is. I can see a situation where they are a benefit and where they might be worse than not wearing one.
This is nothing new though, they have released the Tech Air data to the public for a decade on the road side.
I cannot understand why all riders aren't using this system. I'm 99% sure that riders that aren't even sponsored by Alpinestars would be allowed to run this under their jerseys. And any company that would prohibit the usage of the system would be a shitty company.
I have one on order.
Leaning into getting one, I'm using the RXR R-pro now. While it seems quite robust the tech-air looks like a level above.
Does anyone know if it will be possible to update the algorithm after buying the armor? I'm always weary to buy a gen1 and can imagine after a first full year of general use there will be updates.
I’m definitely sold on this now. Seems to have really helped and I’m sure they will continue to make improvements over time as well. Really happy Barcia escaped that with no severe injuries.
This crash may do for alpinestars what Zach bell’s crash did for 6D. Nothing beats real world applications for major publicity.
Yes the algorithm can be updated as they make changes.
So glad Barcia is relatively OK. Hit a rock and endo'ed at about 40MPH in the desert (I race Hare and Hounds). Broke 3 ribs, fractured 7 others, Separated AC joint, torn SacroCalvical joint, internal bleeding in my Heart cavity- it was a rough one. Worn the best chest pro's I can get my hands on my whole life, starting with the Flak-Jak. They help, but they're not designed to mitigate much in that kind of slam. Trunk/torso safety has been a real afterthought in our sport from the jump. The increased speeds of our current steeds have exacerbated this. Kudos to Astars for taking this issue head on and sinking mega dollars into the R&D. And also Leatt, 6D, TLD, FLY, etc.. who have worked hard to close the gaps in our protective gear. Patiently waiting for my Tech-Air to arrive now.
What exactly are we celebrating? Barcia was knocked out cold.
That air bag did nothing to protect him from a severe concussion.
Are we now back to pretending like concussions aren’t a “severe injury” because fancy chart with “data?”
There have been hundreds of similar impacts in the past that did not result in “severe injuries” to the torso. We just didn’t have g force data to make them seem quantifiably “severe.”
Justin Barcia suffered a severe injury to his head. He probably spared himself some bruised ribs, but to claim that severe injuries were avoided is just plain stupid
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Ummm...the Alpinestar Tech Air has NOTHING to do with head protection...?
stfu
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Man, I can't believe the air bag vest thats designed to protect your body didnt stop a concussion. Who woulda thought that?
People writing off the safety equipment because they aren't hitting massive triples is foolish as well. Its still beneficial if you crash on a table top at your local track, or high side in the desert, or low side out of a corner where your most likely to break a collar bone.
Hey dumb-dumb, save you money, you don't need one...
I guess if Alpinestars is going to celebrate the fact that Justin Barcia walked away without a serious injury because of their new air vest then we’re good.
Thank God he didn’t break his collarbone. I can’t even imagine how devastating that would be to him and his family.
Carry on, motocrossers.
Serious question, is your life so boring that you feel the need to just say ridiculous things here and pick fights? Definitely sad. Alpinestars has every right to be happy their product they put the time, energy, and risk into bringing to market performed like they hoped it would and helped the one guy choosing to wear it possibly save him from a career ending injury or worse. I was on the fence about getting one for my son and I before last weekend but ordered two yesterday. A pair of tech 10’s retail for the same cost. Hard to say I can’t justify spending that on our more vital parts after what I saw last weekend. Carry on though and enjoy your sad life of picking fights on vital ✌🏼
serious question. Are you legitimately stupid?
He clearly didn’t believe in MIPS when he bought his last helmet, either.
Serious question - why are we celebrating the alleged absence of hypothetical injuries that we don’t know for certain would or would not have happened in the absence of an air vest when Justin Barcia very clearly suffered a serious injury to his head? One that could be career ending.
Help a brother out. I’m just trying to understand what we’re celebrating. I do want to be on board with the excitement. Perhaps it’s my plated collarbones that are keeping me from comprehending all of this.
The celebration is the fact the dude is walking after that crash. Yeah, its kinda unknown as to what further injuries he could have gotten without.. or maybe the outcome would have been exactly the same. Life is full of what ifs..
I ordered one. At 40, with a family, I owe it to them to be as protected as I can without giving up the sport we all love.
Maybe your collarbones wouldn't be plated had you been wearing one of these?
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