Body protectors?

[lizstuguinness]

Looking around for a body protector for my 14yr daughter (size 10). Want something for general use/ breaking/ SJ. would like flexibility/lightness. No idea as to budget but dont want to spend 100's more if there is no firm justification to. Any reccommendations?

 

[rhino]

Racesafe - not the cheapest but by far the most flexible and lightweight IME Wouldn't wear anything else, used for everything from riding out the racers to working with tricky babies.

 

[QueenDee_]

Racesafe, personally I hate the 'tabbard' style ones as they're stiff and uncomfortable but the racesafe one is very comfortable, like a supportive gilet don't think i'd wear a different one

 

[millitiger]

Racesafe recommendation from me too.

Have had a few and love them, don't think I would wear anything else.

 

[MissChaos]

Racesafes are a good bet and very flexible - my next one will e an RS. Prices vary between £100-200 so shop around. I personally really like my Rodney Powell but have had it a good while now and seem to recall something about his product line recently going out of business? Am sure someone will clarify. A lot of people rate the Airowear Outlyne but I personally found it quite heavy and bulky. It comes down to personal choice - have a look in your local tack shop or superstore as whatever she gets should be properly fitted to her anyway.

 

[QueenDee_]

Just to add I think mine was around £100-120 cant fully remember, definitely worth every penny

 

[lizstuguinness]

Racesafe - not the cheapest but by far the most flexible and lightweight IME Wouldn't wear anything else, used for everything from riding out the racers to working with tricky babies.

Thanks, which sort of level would i need to get? would only compete under rules for senior BS.

 

[rhino]

Thanks, which sort of level would i need to get? would only compete under rules for senior BS.

Beta level 3; the level 1 is really only suitable for jockeys. Make sure you get a RS2010 as the RS2000 are being phased out now.

If you aren't sure about size give these people a call http://www.treehouseonline.co.uk/product_list/63 as they can make sizes that aren't 'off the peg'. Also check that your daughter won't be fine in a childs size - mine is the kids XL and is a perfect fit (and much cheaper than an adults)

 

[lizstuguinness]

Thanks everyone

 

[lilyoftheincas]

You probably don't need help anymore but I own an Airowear Junior Outlyne (I'm the same size as your daughter) and it's extremely comfortable and safe, couldn't recommend it more:
http://www.airowear.co.uk/junior_outlyne.php

 

[Diamond Cruiser]

I have the Mark Todd Zip Up and it is the comfiest body protector I have owned. After about 10 mins if flexes to your shape. I'm 15 and size 10 and it is the best I have owned

 

[PingPongPony]

Another vote for Airowear Outlyne. Love it! personally i don't like the racesafe ones but thats just personal prefference.