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Originally Posted by cbinker
I have 2 jackets, both have solid back protectors. but what is the purpose of back protectors?
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It helps prevent over extension of the spine
It helps spread the impact over a larger area vs a direct impact to a few vertebrae
Some extend that coverage into the tailbone and shoulder blade areas
Provides a hard layer of protection if the outer gear fails (note some riders wear the back/chest protector over their jacket)
Complete the gear set, blit and other cheaper brands are mostly a "one crash item." imho, most of the common cheaper gear brands will hold up to mostly do their job, but some areas may fail leaving you with a strawberry or light rash, where as no gear in that area is far worse. Then sometimes those items are equal to a Sherman tank. My old Frank Thomas suit was down 4 times before I bought it and it never failed me. Not bad for $125 if ya ask me.