Back Protectors

[b1kerb0b]

I've been thinking about the safety implications of back protectors in the wake of Chris's "incident".

I'm also aware that not a great number of bucket riders have them, including me.

Chris is fortunate he got nudged where he did, a little more towards the center it might have been prudent to have been wearing a back protector, and even at the impact site he showed me it may have helped.

So yesterday I went an bought one and was surprised they were not overly expensive...

So I'm going to make an offer specifically to Wellington bucketeers (sorry out-of-towners):

A back protector like I bought is $99 + GST, RRP.
We can offer them at $85 to Wellington bucketeers, instore only.
It's not a money making exercise, it's a safety thing first up.

I have one extra instore already, but Chris has put dibs on it. I will be getting more in, should be here by lunchtime I hope.

If you want one, PM me or call the shop 978-7388, or just drop in to see Mark or myself at:
Scooterazzi
Cnr Ghuznee & Victoria Sts
Wellington.

As I said, this offer is only open to Wellington bucket riders, and for a limited time and "while stocks last".

[Kickaha]

I'm also aware that not a great number of bucket riders have them, including me.

Are they not compulsory for your your meetings?

[Nasty]

Are they not compulsory for your your meetings?

They are meant to be, last time I raced here they were.

[Buckets4Me]

it's Darwins theory
survivel of the most prepared :Pokey:

[b1kerb0b]

Are they not compulsory for your your meetings?

I think they are supposed to be, but I suspect it's not been enforced.
I'm not what you'd call a veteran bucket racer so I can't claim to know the history of the issue.

[Kendog]

Awesome offer.

They should be mandatory!

Actually, a quick gear check at the start of the day is probably not a bad idea.

[Number One]

Are they not compulsory for your your meetings?


They are meant to be, last time I raced here they were.

I thought they were compulsory and they damn well should be.

Tell ya what - anyone caught not wearing one will get a good hard clip around the ears from me.

Starting with YOU NUDEY...I mean WTF?! Sounds like you were very very lucky sunshine.

Bucketeers if you don't have one get one NOW.

[b1kerb0b]

Bucketeers if you don't have one get one NOW.

Sheesh, sounds like I'd better find some more stock eh?

No guarantees but if there's any left I'll bring them to the track on Sunday.

[b1kerb0b]

No guarantees but if there's any left I'll bring them to the track on Sunday.

That and some Tyre Goo for Mr Fyfe's hotted up pit bike :)

[nudemetalz]

I am definitely getting one. Still have a sore back, ..makes my performance not quite so good at the moment,....errr...hang-on , wrong forum..... :doctor: :devil2:

Seriously though, I recommend getting one. This is a demon deal from Scooterazzi.
You'd be a wally not to take advantage of Jono's generous offer.

[fi5hy]

Come on guys if you haven't got one by know you may as well race with no helmet boots or gloves its the same thing.
Who's going to offer to be the safety officer then ????????

[Trudes]

Owww Pick me!! I love squeezing my hand inside people's leathers to see what's inside!!!!

Come on you lot, you should be wearing a back protector everytime you get on your bike really, they work well and are good for keeping you kidneys warm... not much worse than a chill in the kidneys! You can feel like one of these fellos too!!

[vifferman]

My Teknic is still for sale (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=74058). There's nothing wrong with it - it's just not that suitable for every day wearing while communtering, which is what I bought it for. However (but!) while I haven't worn it since I bought it, I haven't bothered pushing the sale as if/when I ever go on a longish ride I will wear it.

One day in the next 23 years I will get around to buying one to replace the built-in one in the Macna.
Or the jacket will fall to pieces (it's started already) and I'll have to buy a Quasi one to replace it. :rolleyes:

[Number One]

I'm happy to be the gear nazi :blip:

[Quasievil]

Shit cant believe you guys dont check for BP's hell a footpeg in the back a bike running into a fallen rider the potential incidents is endless, slack at the very least:2guns:

anyway, go buy one everyone.

Shameless Plug we have the KNOX armour ones CE level 2 (best you can get) I know they cost a bit more than $89 but there is a difference to justify it.

race safe people

[Quasievil]

Oh forgot to say, that bit of foam in the back of your one piece or jacket will give you the protection of a cheese sandwich, they are not back protectors in any way, more to keep the form of the jacket (or one piece) they are not acceptable in Racing.

[MsKABC]

You can feel like one of these fellos too!!

And how the hell are you supposed to do a good TMNT (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle) impression without one, huh?

[MsKABC]

Oh forgot to say, that bit of foam in the back of your one piece or jacket will give you the protection of a cheese sandwich, they are not back protectors in any way, more to keep the form of the jacket (or one piece) they are not acceptable in Racing.

Yeah, Mike used the one that came out of the jacket I bought from you on his bucket seat! :lol:

[b1kerb0b]

Yeah, Mike used the one that came out of the jacket I bought from you on his bucket seat! :lol:

AWESOME! I was wondering what I should use for replacing the seat on my madass :)

[Buckets4Me]

only in wellington

:bash::scooter:

how do you get on a taupo

[Kendog]

Yeah, Mike used the one that came out of the jacket I bought from you on his bucket seat! :lol:

That is a great idea :niceone:

[MsKABC]

That is a great idea :niceone:

Yeah, and wouldn't you just know it that the big pansy used the one out of his jacket AND a piece of camping mattress rubber as well, so he's got triple thickness on it? I think I might just have to pinch mine back when I get my own bucket :devil2:

[b1kerb0b]

OK guys and gals, we got some more in stock, plus a couple of the more upmarket ones.

First in first served :)

[nudemetalz]

I picked mine up yesterday (about 3 days too late....:spanking: ).
Wore it home last night under the leather jacket, very comfortable.

If you haven't got one, get one !!!