Hoblick Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 whats good, and why?i want one for track days, and have been looking at the Alpinestars, and the dainese.i want something that wont bug me too much , somewhat thin, but protective. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benyen Soljax Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 ive heard people swear up and down over KNOX back protectors. any opinions?http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Categories.bok?category=KNOX+Armor%3ABody+Armor%3ABack+and+Spinei believe this has been standard fare for a while, though they have a newer, and supposedly better one, shown below:would be interesting to know if anyone has any experience with this second one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoblick Posted November 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 looks like they use supracor in the new one..maybe its something different... but it looks damn similarhttp://www.supracor.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yotaman88210 Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 Knox Contour. Absolute best of the best. Race model not necessary, it gets a little uncomfortable. I have the standard version. Ive wrecked in it a few times with it under my full leathers... my back still works Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFM Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 Bohn here. Don't know if it's CE though. I had the Joe Rocket before that, which was rubbish. That rode up high whenever it felt like it, and just hit the base of the helmet. Not good.The Bohn fits well, has tailbone coverage too, and doesn't move out of place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APCh8r Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 Knox Contour Race Back protector. I also wear a knox chest protector, and bohn armour shorts. All items can be found on STG's site. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 For now I just stuffed the Hard A* insert into my jacket. I was using the Icon Vest but found it strange they don't really post test specs for it anywhere. Haven't decided on my next one yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yotaman88210 Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 Knox Contour Race Back protector. I also wear a knox chest protector, and bohn armour shorts. All items can be found on STG's site.Yep yep. Chest protector is a very good investment. Fits great into the contour as well.... the Bohn Adventure shorts, WOW, let me tell ya. I dont ever want to crash without those again. They are awesome and provide tons of protection. Not sure if the price has changed but I think I paid $80ish for the shorts and its worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creep Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 I have a Knox back protector I've been using for about 10 years now, and it's still in great shape. The newer ones look far more comfy, it may be time for an upgrade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zach Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 I love my kobe. doesn't get much use on the dirtbike though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kahooli Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 decent protection on the cheap:http://www.spartanleathers.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=3&products_id=4&zenid=8j94hce3pm35033tqg6gi2ac74ce approved for $50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benyen Soljax Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 "cheap" is not something i think i really want to associate with my armor.maybe this is a noob question, but do you leave the armor built into the jacket when you wear the knox? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rusty Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 i got knox race,loved.crash at barber slide 20 feet on my back,feel nothing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yotaman88210 Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 maybe this is a noob question, but do you leave the armor built into the jacket when you wear the knox?I would prolly remove the back protector that came in the jacket if I was wearing the contour. Depends on how tight it would fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kahooli Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 "cheap" is not something i think i really want to associate with my armor.maybe this is a noob question, but do you leave the armor built into the jacket when you wear the knox?my bad.... "discounted" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedogg624 Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 if you have any kind of armor on your back, whether its knox/astar/etc take out the egg carton foam that comes "standard" in most suits. i have a CE certified teknic back protector, a little stiff at first but now its form fit to my back. Kidney belt and shoulder straps that secure into my knox chest protector. to the OP: if you're getting a back protector, why not spend a little more money and invest in a good chest protector too? if money is a concern you can buy these same ones we are suggesting at a used price off the wera board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zach Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 Another GREAT back protector is the T-Pro forcefield. It is also rebadged as the Joe Rocket speedmaster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e-flores Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 i have an older model knox, it fits great and i dont even know its there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 no back protector is really 'comfortable,' but you get used to some quicker than others. Honestly, I don't even notice mine on the track. Same with the chest protector.I have this which is NOT a 'race' model, but certainly better than nothing, and another with a hard spine that I borrowed from a friend and have yet to give back :-pmy chest protector is thicker than i'd like, but i can still zip the leathers, so no problems thus far: both cost me about $40 each (the chest protector was used). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benyen Soljax Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 i got knox race,loved.crash at barber slide 20 feet on my back,feel nothing your broken english kills me rusty! its even better in person too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 if you can find older leathers in good condition (mine are probably from the late 90's), you can save money and not sacrifice protection with something like this: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benyen Soljax Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 if you can find older leathers in good condition (mine are probably from the late 90's), you can save money and not sacrifice protection with something like this:free batwing ninja stars with purchase! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWing'R Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 Even if it don't come with the batman throwin stars that thing is pretty sharp looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vw151 Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 I too have heard the knox contour is the best. I have an older knox though, and bohn adventure shorts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoblick Posted November 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 i think ill probably pick up the knox contour Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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