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Re: Chest protector etiquette?
« Reply #15 on: March 12, 2010, 11:16:26 AM »
let us chalk this up to:  chest protector = good     body armor = better

i dont really want to argue the fact that a chect protector may save your life, because something is better than nothing.  I myself only wear a chest protector because it was what i could afford at the time, i havent the money for a fancy body armour pressure suit that has a kidney belt, but when this season hits i will be getting one and a neckbrace.  I will leave it at that.
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Re: Chest protector etiquette?
« Reply #16 on: March 12, 2010, 11:48:11 AM »
Yeah, I think for the sake of the OP's intent for this thread, you could lump chest protectors/roost guards and pressure suits/body armor all together.

Obviously their design is for different purposes, I don't think anyone would argue that point. One is for deflecting objects/impact, the other for absorbing/protecting you from it.

It really seems to me the point here is really 'looking cool' vs. wearing protective gear (of any sort).
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Re: Chest protector etiquette?
« Reply #17 on: March 12, 2010, 12:05:51 PM »
I look cool in everything....but thats me.
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Re: Chest protector etiquette?
« Reply #18 on: March 15, 2010, 09:00:34 PM »
My original question has since been answered. But since the thread is still alive figured I'd share an observation based on responses I've received from folks in person: A chest protector/body armor/kidney belt - whatever - is required equipment for them when they ride bikes, but for whatever reason is generally not as important to them when riding quads. Seems there's a general feeling of quads being 'safer'.
Not trying to make a point, start a flame war, debate or anything like that. Just thought it interesting.

Thanks again for all the help, folks. I'm going with a chest protector/roost guard. My gut creates too much pressure for me to wear a suit. :lol:
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Re: Chest protector etiquette?
« Reply #19 on: March 15, 2010, 10:58:53 PM »
Quads aren't safer, dirtbikes are just less safe :rofl:
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Re: Chest protector etiquette?
« Reply #20 on: March 16, 2010, 01:33:35 AM »
You ever ride through 4GUNZ4x4's roost while your drag racing?


Im pro chest protector!  :thumbs:

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Re: Chest protector etiquette?
« Reply #21 on: April 06, 2010, 11:52:57 PM »
Quads aren't safer, dirtbikes are just less safe :rofl:

Nuff said.... :thumbs:


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Re: Chest protector etiquette?
« Reply #22 on: April 06, 2010, 11:53:37 PM »
You ever ride through 4GUNZ4x4's roost while your drag racing?


Im pro chest protector!  :thumbs:

Sorry bro... :(



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Re: Chest protector etiquette?
« Reply #23 on: April 07, 2010, 08:38:09 AM »
You ever ride through 4GUNZ4x4's roost while your drag racing?


Im pro chest protector!  :thumbs:

Nope, I'm always in front of him :rofl:

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Re: Chest protector etiquette?
« Reply #24 on: April 07, 2010, 09:14:32 AM »
You ever ride through 4GUNZ4x4's roost while your drag racing?


Im pro chest protector!  :thumbs:

Nope, I'm always in front of him :rofl:

*cough* bullshit sir  :rofl: