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: Back / Spine Protectors?


By-Tor
03-28-2005, 12:34 PM
What brand and style back/spine protectors are you guys wearing?

By-Tor
03-28-2005, 12:59 PM
This is what I was thinking of getting. Anyone have this or have any other suggestions?

http://street-bikes.ridegear.com/store/graphics/large/astarstechback04.jpg

CrashTestDummie
03-28-2005, 01:02 PM
Can't go wrong with Alpinestar.

By-Tor
03-28-2005, 01:05 PM
This one might be better as it is designed to work with most Alpinestars suits.

http://street-bikes.ridegear.com/store/graphics/large/astarstechrace05.jpg

CrashTestDummie
03-28-2005, 01:11 PM
I agree with you.

By-Tor
03-28-2005, 01:15 PM
Cool CTD 8)

Now all I have to do is call Alpinestars and figure out what size I need. They sell them in S, M, L but don't list a fit guide. I'm 5'8" but have a broad chest. Would be nice if they also listed what suit sizes each size protector would work best with.

CrashTestDummie
03-28-2005, 02:07 PM
give me some time and i will get back to you. My guys in parts are really helpful with any accessories.


I'll get back to you.

By-Tor
03-28-2005, 03:21 PM
8)

GeNeRaL
03-28-2005, 05:03 PM
From what i hear, Bahn is the way to go.

By-Tor
03-28-2005, 09:38 PM
From what i hear, Bahn is the way to go.

Any specific model I should consider? Have any links to who has them for a good price?

4passin
03-29-2005, 08:30 AM
I have the old version of this one, it came with my Dainese suit:

http://www.kneedraggers.com/html/Dainese/05/backspace_S123.jpg


Never had to use it, and don't want to. It fits fine for me and fits to the bottom og my tailbone. It is stiff and feels like it might offer protection. I think that the crucial point is the fitment and having it stay in place.

For my Vanson Velociraptor jacket, it has a foam back pad in it, better then nothing.

Streetfighter
03-29-2005, 10:43 AM
Hey By-Tor, I agree with Crash, get the Alpinestars, its a solid protector, and its from a company you know.

BigRome
03-29-2005, 03:18 PM
I use bohn really good covers spine shoulkder blades and kidneys 180 bucks

By-Tor
03-29-2005, 03:26 PM
Hey Rome, what is the model and where did you get it?

GeNeRaL
03-29-2005, 06:47 PM
Here's some info, pics, pricing from a great site to deal with (top rate service so far in mine and friends experiences...)

http://www.helmetharbor.com/racing/bohn_armor/opening.htm

Hope that helps ya out :)

By-Tor
03-29-2005, 07:00 PM
Thanks GeN! That Bohn sounds like one hell of a product!