How do I protect my spine on my mountain bike?

How do I protect my spine on my mountain bike?

Mountain bikers typically wear spine protectors in addition to other protective equipment such as a helmet, mountain bike gloves, knee pads and shin guards. Mountain bikers wear back protectors to defend against scrapes and bruises from rocky ground and tree branches.

Should I wear a chest protector mountain biking?

Back and upper body Full upper body armour can be quite restrictive for all day pedalling, but if you’re serious about keeping yourself on the trail, then a vest with good chest, spine and shoulder padding is a no-brainer.

Do MTB neck braces work?

Do MTB neck braces actually work? A neck brace works in very specific crash scenarios where the neck is at risk of hyperextensions from medial and lateral forces. It does not help with brain injuries, rotational forces turning the head side to side or when force is applied down on the head and neck at a sharp angle.

Are MTB frame protectors worth it?

The frame is the backbone of your bike and, as such, can cost anything from a few hundred, up to many thousands. It is not only a good idea to protect it from crash damage but also to keep it looking fresher for longer. After all, a bike covered in scratches and paint chips is not a very pretty picture.