The Best Back Protector.!!.

Do racing leathers even come with back protectors?


My Dianese 2 peice racing suit (600gpb) didn't, and there is no space for them either... After looking at my integral from my last leathers and my dianese one I know which I'd choose...

Stu

On the subject of back protectors, my jacket has a pocket with an existing foam one in, but it looks a bit small. I'd like to chuck a CE one in, but it may not fit. If needs be, I'd just remove the foam one and wear a seperate protector under my jacket, but ideally, I'd obviously like it to go in.

Am I right in thinking that some back protectors have straps etc. for use on their own and others are basically just armour plates?

Originally Posted by Ceri JC

...Am I right in thinking that some back protectors have straps etc. for use on their own and others are basically just armour plates?

Yes. They are also better.

Originally Posted by Flamin_Squirrel

Yes. They are also better.

Do you mean the ones that go on their own are better than the ones that fit in jackets?

Are they (generally speaking) reasonably comfy? I don't notice the existing one in my jacket, but I know as that's foam it's about as much use as a chocolate teapot Just I don't want to fork out for one, only to end up not using it because it's uncomfortable to wear/v. time consuming to put on...

Originally Posted by Ceri JC

Do you mean the ones that go on their own are better than the ones that fit in jackets?

Are they (generally speaking) reasonably comfy? I don't notice the existing one in my jacket, but I know as that's foam it's about as much use as a chocolate teapot Just I don't want to fork out for one, only to end up not using it because it's uncomfortable to wear/v. time consuming to put on...

The ones that strap to your back independant of your jacket are better because they are larger and wont shift in the event of an off. Can't comment on comfort as I'm yet to purchase one

Originally Posted by Ceri JC

Do you mean the ones that go on their own are better than the ones that fit in jackets?

Are they (generally speaking) reasonably comfy? I don't notice the existing one in my jacket, but I know as that's foam it's about as much use as a chocolate teapot Just I don't want to fork out for one, only to end up not using it because it's uncomfortable to wear/v. time consuming to put on...

The ones that strap to your back independant of your jacket are better because they are larger and wont shift in the event of an off. Can't comment on comfort as I'm yet to purchase one

Originally Posted by Ceri JC

Are they (generally speaking) reasonably comfy? I don't notice the existing one in my jacket, but I know as that's foam it's about as much use as a chocolate teapot Just I don't want to fork out for one, only to end up not using it because it's uncomfortable to wear/v. time consuming to put on...

I don't notice my Dianese - apart from the extra 5 mins it takes to get ready. But then 5 mins for the protection is worth it I think...

Stu

How about ventilation on these things in summer?
I usually ride to work in a shirt with the jacket vents open in summer and just about get away with it if I whip the jacket off the instant I stop. I'm thinking that the back of a shirt would be sodden if I have a bit bit of rubber on my back.
I know, I know, there are more important things but we don't have hand driers here!

Originally Posted by BaggaZee

How about ventilation on these things in summer?
I usually ride to work in a shirt with the jacket vents open in summer and just about get away with it if I whip the jacket off the instant I stop. I'm thinking that the back of a shirt would be sodden if I have a bit bit of rubber on my back.
I know, I know, there are more important things but we don't have hand driers here!

That's where the Rohan travel clothing (if you can afford it - I can't) comes in handy. Stuff your shirt, suit and pertex towel into a tank bag and change when you get to work

Seriously though if you haven't already got a warm weather jacket with plenty of vents then that should be high on your list. It isn't worth wearing less safety equipment just because it's warm as a number of people on the site can attest...

[embee]

Originally Posted by BaggaZee

How about ventilation on these things in summer?

That was one of my big questions to the Knox guy, and why he told me about the new Stowaway due out in Feb which has a better breathing lining. I'm sure it'll still get a bit humid in there though!

He did talk about the Ricochet though, and that does have better venting features on the "body-side". You pays your money...............