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[domski]

Originally Posted by TopiToo

I bought a Knox back protector, but not sure if practical for a one piece leathers

...but OK with shorts and T-shirt?

[phillc]

Thanks for the responses everyone! I should have been clearer in my initial post, but I guess I was looking for a more specific answer than just "Knox". :-)

I'll head into my local bikestore, wearing my leathers, and ask them to try on a Knox 2000.

Thanks again!

[domski]

Originally Posted by phillc

Thanks for the responses everyone! I should have been clearer in my initial post, but I guess I was looking for a more specific answer than just "Knox". :-)

I'll head into my local bikestore, wearing my leathers, and ask them to try on a Knox 2000.

Thanks again!

They don't do the one that I use anymore, but it's very very good and it's been tested.

I think it was about £80.

I guess, like with everything, you get what you pay for.

Knox are recognised at the best brand (like Arai etc) so I don't think you'd buy a 'bad' one.

That new £99 slimline one looks great for racing, but even better if you can go and try one.

A must for racing though

[Felix]

Just gone throught the same exercise myself. As you probably have, I've done quite of bit web searching and asking around. Know was mentioned lots as in the above posts. However, in the end, I opted for the Forcefield T-Pro, not least because some racers I spoke to have recently switched from Knox to this one, and when I checked with Hideout leathers, who sell both, they also recommended the T-Pro. The make a race version which protects your tail-bone (as do Knox). It is more pliable and fit easier under leathers (at least in my case). I was pretty impressed and have also used Knox in the past.

IMO, either one will do the job. Best advice, try them both.

[phillc]

Thanks Felix!

Just been to the Forcefield website - http://www.forcefieldbodyarmour.co.uk/

Looks like Infinity stocks this brand as well. So I'll be able to compare and contrast.

[749er]

Originally Posted by domski

That new £99 slimline one looks great for racing, but even better if you can go and try one.

A must for racing though

I use a Knox also when I use the 2 piece, but use the Dianese one I got with my one piece when i wear that. Reason being I cant get the Knox on underneath the one piece.

But Domski's suggestion of trying one on before you buy is a good idea, see what fits under your gear and is comfortable

[TopiToo]

Originally Posted by domski

...but OK with shorts and T-shirt?

Easy Tiger . . . although it was a dumb post just read it back


TopiToo

[domski]

Originally Posted by TopiToo

Easy Tiger . . . although it was a dumb post just read it back

TopiToo