September 2nd, 2013, 10:47 AM | #41 |
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Knox Contour
I have a Knox Contour (Race) with matching chest protector, and it's awesome. It contours perfectly for me so even though it feels bulky when I put it on, I hardly notice it once I'm on the bike.
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September 4th, 2013, 09:45 AM | #42 |
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I would not wear a chest protector for the street. I wear a spine protector because it limits how far my back can extend as well as adding some serious padding. I have a knox spine protector that goes down to the tail bone...which is worth it.
Chest protection is only their for extra padding and limits your ability to move in a negative way. You can bend pretty far forward so a chest protector is simply some extra padding. I assume you already have leather over anyways. Your choice but for me I need the flexibility up front. Or if you find something that will fit you perfectly do it.
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September 4th, 2013, 09:59 AM | #43 |
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Street vs. Track
I'd argue that, given all the stupid people on the road, you would want even more protection on the street than on the track, but I get what you're saying about the chest protector. When I was riding more on the street, I'd wear a smaller back protector (no tailbone coverage) under my leathers for more spirited riding, but never the chest. For the track, it's all about risk management and the extra protection is even more important.
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September 5th, 2013, 12:47 AM | #45 |
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When you go full tuck it can prevent you from compressing as much as you would like to and press into your waste or neck. Light riding generally wont cause issues.
I say this because that vest isn't made to fit. If your body type doesn't match who they designed it around it may cause issues! It looks like on the one you linked though that the issues may arise from a pull or push from the actual spine protector due to extreme forward or backward movement not the front piece as it looks small. Plus added rigidity just limits your flexibility no matter what! Flexibility would be the biggest thing for me at least. Hope that helps!
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