rubbersidedown Posted June 8, 2011 Report Share Posted June 8, 2011 I've done a few track days using the suits back protector. Now I am looking to buy a CE protector. What should I look for in features? How long and wide should it be? I found this one on closeout, is it worth the money? http://www.ironpony.com/ironponydirect/product.asp/ImageName/AXO-10-BACK-PROTECTOR.jpg/Brand/AXO/Class2/Protective%20Gear/Class3/Armor/Class1/Any advice and experiences are appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue03636 Posted June 8, 2011 Report Share Posted June 8, 2011 What suit do you have as a few come with a CE protector in them. My Hein Gericke has a full CE certified protector in it. I also really hope you are still in the novice group as a back protector is needed for the other groups.That being said I would use one of the following.http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=4145http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=6893http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=6892 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted June 8, 2011 Report Share Posted June 8, 2011 Im actually about to upgrade mine as well. I want something with better tail bone protection. Thanks for the links, I gotta get with TJ I know he has some nice ones too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubguy85 Posted June 8, 2011 Report Share Posted June 8, 2011 What suit do you have as a few come with a CE protector in them. My Hein Gericke has a full CE certified protector in it. I also really hope you are still in the novice group as a back protector is needed for the other groups.That being said I would use one of the following.http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=4145http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=6893http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=6892+1 knox is the shiz! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue03636 Posted June 8, 2011 Report Share Posted June 8, 2011 Im actually about to upgrade mine as well. I want something with better tail bone protection. Thanks for the links, I gotta get with TJ I know he has some nice ones too.I know ridersdiscount has these too, I just knew I could find them easy on the STG site. I also know Todd from Motoseries sells the Spidi ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubbersidedown Posted June 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2011 What suit do you have as a few come with a CE protector in them. My Hein Gericke has a full CE certified protector in it. I also really hope you are still in the novice group as a back protector is needed for the other groups.That being said I would use one of the following.http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=4145http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=6893http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Detail.bok?no=6892Yes I am in the novice group. I have a Cortech Latigo 1 peice, definitely not a CE back pad.I see the ones you sent are much wider than the one I am considering. Is that something you recommend? Also they are all articulated. I imagine that provides more comfort and flexibility. Why else to you recommend them? Is the AXO no good? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue03636 Posted June 8, 2011 Report Share Posted June 8, 2011 I feel these are the top of the line ones. I have no experience with the AXO. You will not notice them once on, they become part of the suit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
APCh8r Posted June 8, 2011 Report Share Posted June 8, 2011 Knox contour race back protector and chest protector is what I use and many other people I know run. Very comfortable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revelstoker Posted June 8, 2011 Report Share Posted June 8, 2011 I picked up this one http://www.procycledepot.com/THOR_MOTOCROSS_IMPACT_RIG_SE_CHEST_PROTECTORS-8-10316-87429.html as I goes on like a shirt and the armor doesn't slide around. I also wear a set up body armor shorts that have pads to help absorb impact to the pelvis bones and tail bone. I wear then under my track suit and street gear. My track gear has armor in it but I found that it shifts and moves away from the areas that need protection.If I had the money, I might pop for one of those Dianese air bag suits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flounder Posted June 8, 2011 Report Share Posted June 8, 2011 Buy the best you can afford!!! I have a pretty bad bad from when my bike hit me as it tumbled over me during my crash a few years back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadyone Posted June 9, 2011 Report Share Posted June 9, 2011 I have the Bohn back and chest protector. though well made they are thick and not all that comfortable and like to ride up. id go with something else next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mykill Posted June 9, 2011 Report Share Posted June 9, 2011 Myself and Grapes have that AXO back protector. I figured for $50 bucks I couldnt beat it and it was better than nothing. It's CE with a hardshell. I feel confident it would do its job if needed. I say go for it and it will be a good back up and can always upgrade later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted June 9, 2011 Report Share Posted June 9, 2011 I am running the Knox Aegis Race right now and am blown away with fit and feel. Many guys like the Knox Contour also. I run a Knox chest protector as well...The reason for the Knox for me is that I get the comfort and the coverage on the tail bone I desire. Great stuff and STG is the best pricing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wantahertzdonut Posted June 14, 2011 Report Share Posted June 14, 2011 Myself and Grapes have that AXO back protector. I figured for $50 bucks I couldnt beat it and it was better than nothing. It's CE with a hardshell. I feel confident it would do its job if needed. I say go for it and it will be a good back up and can always upgrade later.I just bought one too, and wore it for the first time a couple weeks ago since my suit doesn't have anything built in. I figured it was something to get me by until I can afford a new suit with an integrated back protector. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted June 14, 2011 Report Share Posted June 14, 2011 I gotta get a new one asap. KTM Brian, any more for sale? If so PM me, I m a large Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubguy85 Posted June 14, 2011 Report Share Posted June 14, 2011 I gotta get a new one asap. KTM Brian, any more for sale? If so PM me, I m a large I'll sell u my large.. I'm getting a new one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue03636 Posted June 14, 2011 Report Share Posted June 14, 2011 I m a large That's not what grapesmuggler told me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubguy85 Posted June 14, 2011 Report Share Posted June 14, 2011 That's not what grapesmuggler told me. ZINNNNNNNNNNNNG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madcat6183 Posted June 14, 2011 Report Share Posted June 14, 2011 Obviouslly he was just jealous because Grattan was Dubguy and I's first alone time. If you are getting a new on Dub, get at me tomorrow. I need to try on that helmet of your pops too. Is it Snell and DOT approved so I can use it with helmet checks like Moto, etc?And Blue, don't be getting all jealous because I didn't stay with you and Jbot, God only knows what happened with you two and his dog when we left... Dub, get me tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapesmuggler27 Posted June 18, 2011 Report Share Posted June 18, 2011 That's not what grapesmuggler told me. I lol'd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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