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Protective Gear

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Hey all,

Any recommendations for upper body protective gear? Do you guys wear the body set armor or separate pads (e.g. shoulder, elbow, etc)? I saw a bunch of gears at xsportsprotective but not sure which one are great for protection and mobility. Thanks a bunch! Hope you guys are all enjoying the winter season smile

 
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i know ppl who wear butt protecters etc. but dont know anyone who uses upper body protection. Check some of the companies who make the butt/thigh protectors and see if they make upper body protectors

 
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Check out some of the moto companies as they specialize in this type of gear!!!!!

The all-in-one shirts are better as they hold everythin in place, but they can get HOT!!!!!

 
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Most common upper body protection I’ve seen used are back/spine protectors.

 
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I don’t wear any upper body protection, however I have been looking at POC spine protectors lately. There’s one I really like but it’s super expensive ($300+).

 
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Im one of the ppl Deano knows who wears butt protection, it really helps with the tailbone.  Mine is pretty stuffed after a few big stacks, it hurst to sit in the one spot for more than 30mins and sitting on bar stools is a real killer, I should probably have it looked at I guess but the pants really really help.