RedRed
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can you recommend a body protector, i have never used one but think i may start too, need to buy a new hat so thought i would get a body protector too.
Can you recommend a Body protector
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cazmoreton
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Rodney powell best one i've ever had, when you get it put it in the airing cupboard to warm up slightly then wear it for about an hour and it shapes perfectly
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meardsall_millie
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Only one for me - Racesafe. Not cheap but worth it.
Baileyhoss
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rodney powell didn't fit me very well, too high at the back of the neck. I have an airowear zippa and would highly recommend that.
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_daisy_
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rodney powell all the way, wouldnt buy anything else after buying one of these, not cheap but well worth it imo
JustKickOn
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RaceSafe.
You don't even need to put it in the airing cupboard for it to fit perfectly. It does that when you get the right size anyway
You don't even need to put it in the airing cupboard for it to fit perfectly. It does that when you get the right size anyway
JessPickle
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Racesafe all the way, had a rodney powells ok but once you get a racesafe it seems so restrictive and uncomfortable!
golddustsara
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oooh this post is v useful - I am just about to go body protector shopping this week.
I quite liked the Just Togs ones. Anyone tried these?
I quite liked the Just Togs ones. Anyone tried these?
Flint12
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Airowear Outlyne Body protector. . .i have recently bought it. . .i have a really hour glass figure and it is specially made for women and it fits like a dream.. . .have tried a rodney powel and i have to sa i couldnt breath. . .tried others and i think it is the nicest one and the best for me
suzysparkle
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I have a Just Toggs and have to say it is very comfy. It is similar to racesafe as is hinged all over (feel inside it) but solid outside. I love the big hinged bit at the back...never catches the saddle.
chunklovescooks
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racesafe all the way, altho wont be wearing it much anymore, only for jumping
TarrSteps
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What ever fits you!
Seriously, all the protectors are made to the same standard so there is nothing to choose on safety IF it fits correctly. It's not about size, it's about proportions and adjustability.
I just went looking for a new bp and there is no question to various lines and models fit very differently. Both the Racesafe and another top one were too long in the back and too short in the front for me (not adjustable areas) so no matter how comfortable I found them they weren't going to be the right choice. The RP was just the wrong proportions, another was too tight in the shoulders or too lose in the lower back depending on the size . . . you see my point. I ended up with an Airowear and it seems to suit.
I had quite an old custom bp before so I went in suspecting none of them would feel "right" and it's true, comfort as in "something you'd wear to relax on the sofa" isn't really part of it. What you want is something that allows you to ride correctly and be safe, not a specific name or style.
Seriously, all the protectors are made to the same standard so there is nothing to choose on safety IF it fits correctly. It's not about size, it's about proportions and adjustability.
I just went looking for a new bp and there is no question to various lines and models fit very differently. Both the Racesafe and another top one were too long in the back and too short in the front for me (not adjustable areas) so no matter how comfortable I found them they weren't going to be the right choice. The RP was just the wrong proportions, another was too tight in the shoulders or too lose in the lower back depending on the size . . . you see my point. I ended up with an Airowear and it seems to suit.
I had quite an old custom bp before so I went in suspecting none of them would feel "right" and it's true, comfort as in "something you'd wear to relax on the sofa" isn't really part of it. What you want is something that allows you to ride correctly and be safe, not a specific name or style.