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CRASH GEAR
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Posted: 08/18/08
04:17 AM
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back riding after 20 years.
I got thrown on my back last week.
It was bound to happen.
I started thinking, maybe buy some crash gear.
I'm looking at a under jersey shirt-thing like the
FOX launch or the thor, I think EVS makes one too.
Does anyone have opinions from experiecnce riding in these? Are they hot as hell do they protect like the frame style protectors.
Thanks
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DLHamblin
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Posted: 08/18/08
04:24 AM
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I have the EVS Ballistic Jersey (BJ-22). It offers good over all protection. I don't wear it under the jersey (that may be too hot). When I wear it I use a t-shirt under it and when I stop or take a break I un-zip it. It has mesh fabric so it does breath well when moving.
You kinda feel like a Star Wars storm trooper, but once riding you don't notice it.
I haven't gotten a good fit with my Leatt Brace yet, I am working on that. It does offer more areas of protection than a std chest protector. It can be warm but mostly when you are stopped.
When I am not using it, I where EVS elbow guards under my jersey and use HRP's Flat Jak Lt (for Leatt brace). I just ordered their rib protector option for it (three weeks ago I high sided and landed on my right side and drove my elbow into my ribs under the protector; the rib guard will cover the side).
I'll let you know how that works after I try it.
Dave H 2006 YZ250
(2008 YZ 125 son)
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crkid
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Posted: 08/18/08
04:26 AM
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I got the evs revolution 4 and it's pretty solid doesn't have as much in the back as a frame model.But it still has very good protection.It is also very cool too.
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yzwoods
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Posted: 08/18/08
04:27 AM
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On your Back?? Ow...Did you flip it ???
And you mean under a chest protector?
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Posted: 08/18/08
04:46 AM
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nothing serious.
i just unweighted the back and crossedup the front in some sand - it pitched me over the side.
No not under a chest protector, in place of one.
I was thinking ballistic jersey, i seems like the elbows would stay in place better, and the whole thing would move better, but i'm guessing.
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yzwoods
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Posted: 08/18/08
04:49 AM
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Well glad your okay, And never tried one.
Anyone???
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