Back/spine protectors

**bucket boy** · 18th March 2008, 12:34

Originally Posted by Quasievil

Hiya, we changed styles recently.
but dont forget its 10% off for a Kiwibiker

They have had great reviews so far and they dont cost a whole heap, very cheap insurance, Honestly weather our one or another, JUST GET ONE

geez after buying 2 spine protectors and full leathers 6 weeks ago
10% Off i should of asked

**Meekey_Mouse** · 18th March 2008, 20:51

I bought a back protector off Quasi early last year, since then have binned 3 times on the track, one of which i went over the rubble strip on my back. Hurt my elbow a bit but it would of hurt a heck of a lot more if I had no back protector.

Now I feel like I've left a part of me at home if I don't have it on

Haven't tried any other brands but I'm more then pleased with my one

**Mike748** · 18th March 2008, 21:07

Got a SPIDI back protector, having recently tested it out

it makes sliding along the road almost comfortable, just don't hit anything!
Don't leave home without one.

**vagrant** · 19th March 2008, 00:15

Just make sure its reasonably comfortable to wear with your normal riding gear. If its not comfortable, you won't wear it, and then it's no good to you.
Initially it may feel a little strange but you get used to it/wear it in.
I feel naked if I go out with out mine on.
I tried a couple of different designs before I found one I liked. Mine is full length, with over lapping plastic segments and a wide elastic cummerbund/kidney belt and no shoulder straps, so I can put it on and take it off without having to take my jacket off.
Try before you buy, and remember, its comfort first and price second.

**qldzxr250a** · 19th March 2008, 01:45

yer i realised about the whole spinal not being realated, but several of his injuries were caused by rag-dolling down a hill and hyper extension of his torso....figured the back protector would be at least some forn of brace.

end of the day if u hit ur head with a fair amount of force you're more than likely recieve neck/spinal injuries, but with something to brace your back with should help reduce the injuries when u kart-wheel down the senic mountain-side we all love...

and yes full back is what im looking 4. bohn once i like starts across shoulder blades and goes to tailbone....

looking a quasi's now....

hmmm shipping to aus?

**RantyDave** · 19th March 2008, 04:30

Does anyone extend back/spine protectors round to ribs too? I'm sitting here with mondo painful ribs considering some new (additional) protective gear...

Dave

**Radar** · 19th March 2008, 05:30

Originally Posted by RantyDave

Does anyone extend back/spine protectors round to ribs too? I'm sitting here with mondo painful ribs considering some new (additional) protective gear...

Dave

How about a MX chest protector?

**90s** · 19th March 2008, 11:46

I don't wear it much but I've an oxford kidney belt that along with the back protector pretty much has you covered. MX route a little rigid methinks for road work - but hey, would look awesome.

**Radar** · 23rd March 2008, 20:26

A personal story about a back protector here:
http://www.tacsafety.com.au/jsp/cont...ll&pageID=1175

"As I'm laying on the operating theatre table, he ...holds it above my face where I can see, and says boldly, "THIS SAVED YOUR LIFE!!!!""

**CookMySock** · 24th March 2008, 05:23

Originally Posted by SlashWylde

Given that almost all of us will crash eventually [....]

for real ? No fucking way am I gunna come off my bike at any speed worth mentioning.. I just can't get my head past someone else wiping my arse for the rest of my life. Think about it.

DB

**Quasievil** · 24th March 2008, 08:06

Originally Posted by RantyDave

Does anyone extend back/spine protectors round to ribs too? I'm sitting here with mondo painful ribs considering some new (additional) protective gear...

Dave

Standby, we will have a back protector soon that will have a seperate chest protector attachment.
Maybe about one month away.

**RantyDave** · 24th March 2008, 09:21

Originally Posted by Quasievil

Standby, we will have a back protector soon that will have a seperate chest protector attachment.

Yeah? A week later my ribs are starting to feel better and my back is still giving me shit. In short: sold, dude. Let me know when they're in stock.

Aside: BTW, my crash at the cliffhanger was in your leathers. Scuffed, but not fucked up - add one to your running tally.

Dave

**Quasievil** · 24th March 2008, 10:00

Originally Posted by RantyDave

Yeah? A week later my ribs are starting to feel better and my back is still giving me shit. In short: sold, dude. Let me know when they're in stock.

Aside: BTW, my crash at the cliffhanger was in your leathers. Scuffed, but not fucked up - add one to your running tally.

Dave

Okay cheers

your Number 66 of satisfied crashers !

**scracha** · 24th March 2008, 17:46

Dunno if they're available here but the Knox stowaway is a goodie for general day to day stuff as it rolls into a wee bag when you're off the bike. As I'm racing I should really get a solid type from Quasi.