Internal bio-foam comfort areas, mesh cloth suspended shoulders, removable upper arm guards, Total Air Flow keeps you cool, adjustable quick release side buckles. It has a raised Zone area that creates a pocket of protection.
The few times I have worn this protector(usually when temps are hovering around 90) it has performed just fine. It does allow noticable airflow around the torso when riding, which is welcomed relief considering the full face sauna you're wearing on your head. I've had the opportunity to smack a few trees while wearing the protector and it has held up very well (Why do the trees grow so close together up here in the Northeast?). Anyway, I prefer the pressure suit for racing, since I feel affords better overall protection than the Defender. But for general play in the woods the sixsixone defender chest protector is more than adequate.
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Submitted by
Lloyd Opolentisima
a Downhiller
from Cebu City, Philippines Date Reviewed: May 9, 2005
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$80.00
Purchased At:
Aison
Strengths:
Light...
Weaknesses:
None so far...
Similar Products Used:
None... this product is my first body armour.
Bike Setup:
Mosso...
Bottom Line:
The product already saves me from hard impacts during our weekend downhill escapades. I highly recommend this product to downhillers who are looking for a body armour at a cheap price but big in performance.
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Submitted by
Rafael Vazquez
a Weekend Warrior
from San Juan,Puerto Rico Date Reviewed: August 29, 2004
Favorite Trail:
La cuchilla,Altiplano.
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At:
Greenfish Adventure
Strengths:
Protect your chest,shoulder,back 100%
Weaknesses:
On the future put protection on shoulder-upper arms joints and articulated spine column.
Similar Products Used:
None
Bike Setup:
Cortina Triton DH 2004,Shiver.
Bottom Line:
Perfect for Freeride or downhill, not for Big Drops.
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