Body protector for a tall male

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Really struggling to find a body protector to fit a tall torso male. Any suggestions. I’m 6ft1 typically a large t-shirt size. I tried on a large / long race safe and it ended about 2 inches above my ribs, so not ideal. It seems as though most body protectors are aimed towards female anatomy. Any advice appreciated. Struggling to find local shops with stock in to try on. (Durham area)
 
Do you need it for competition Dean? If not I'd go for an air jacket , and if you wear an air jacket over your body protector for competition it won't matter much that the BP is too short.

Sorry not to be more help.
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You ought to be able to get a Racesafe to fit you, either off the shelf or made to measure.

I was fitted in store, the fitter could see that I needed extra length and ordered one in a longer length for me which fits grand. At 5’ 10” tall I ended up with an adult medium tall long. The front length over the chest down to the ribs just comes in two lengths as standard, but Racesafe will add length as a made to measure option if needed.

ETA How to check the fit.




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Body Protector Size Guide | Childrens and Adults | Racesafe

Choosing the right sized body protector can be a difficult process. Let us guide you step by step to ensure you're picking the best fit.
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Men​

We have a comprehensive size range to fit you. Sizes are unisex, but have a choice of body and back lengths for every rider.

Each size comes with the option of a standard or tall fit front length. Depending on your torso length, if you are 5'8"+ you're more likely to suit a tall fit. You then have the choice of 4 back length options for each size.

Are made to measure options available?​

We're always improving our size ranges and are confident 99% riders will fit one of the 100+ variations. However, we want every rider to be able to enjoy the performance of a Racesafe body protector. Making our body protectors at our UK base means we're able to offer made to measure options for customers.

The adjustments are individual to each rider, but in the past these have included custom front and back lengths, along with smaller shoulder sizes. If you think you might need this service, we'd suggest first being fitted at a stockists to establish what changes to a standard size are needed.

If you'd like more information or advice then the team would be more than happy to help.
 
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Ah thanks. Didn’t realise they do fully custom. However that doesn’t sound cheap. Yeah will use for competition eventually. AIROWEAR did a Mens specific one, but looks like they’re discontinued now.
 
Jesse Campbell, Sir Mark Todd and William Fox-Pitt were/are all tall male riders who have to ride XC in body protectors so they are available.
 
RaceSafe do an online fitting guide. I followed it and ordered one online, they have quite a range when it comes to sizing so worth a look
 
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