Neck Braces

Mon July 20 2009, 11:03 AM

NaPalm

Neck Braces

I just wanted to see how many people run neck braces vs how many choose not to.<BR><BR>It is interesting to watch the nationals and observe how many pros don't use them. I don't think they are choosing not to wear them as a fashion statement because they seem to be accepted now..... CR, RV, RD, etc all wear them but then some other big names don't so it remains a mystery to me.Do you wear a neck brace?You bet! It is just as improtant as a helmet if you ask me!I want to but I haven't bought one yet.Nope, I'm not sold on the concept and I think there may be just as many negatives as there are positives.No, I'm waiting for the second generation of braces to come around.

Tue July 21 2009, 09:30 PM

Aaron

They don't use chest protectors either. As for the neck braces, I think it probably has a little to do with fashion, a little with comfort, and a lot to do with superstition and fear of changing something up.

Wed July 22 2009, 08:04 AM

NaPalm

I like the looks of the new Omega brace. Has anyone seen one in person? The one MXA tested was sort of a pre-production unit but it still looked pretty good.

Also I've heard Leatt is launching a new 2nd generation design but I'm not sure when????

Probably only after sales get slow on the current models.

Thu July 30 2009, 08:52 AM

NaPalm

Omega Brace: Has anyone seen one in person or does anyone own one?

The rumor has been that Leatt is coming out with their 2nd generation designs soon.... I wonder if there is any truth to that.

Thu July 30 2009, 01:26 PM

daddio

You forgot to include in the poll the option :

I would like to, but nobody makes one that will fit the big guy's.

Fri July 31 2009, 09:55 AM

miniman265

yes i did see one at the pir race before the nat. My son like it better then his leatt and at 299.00 is a good buy.

Fri July 31 2009, 10:49 AM

spin05

I been kinda holding out for one of these. http://www.vitalmx.com/feature...SixOne-Guardian,2735
They were do out last october.I emailed them and now its this Fall.

Fri July 31 2009, 12:15 PM

Paul 061

quote:
Originally posted by spin05:
I been kinda holding out for one of these. http://www.vitalmx.com/feature...SixOne-Guardian,2735
They were do out last october.I emailed them and now its this Fall.

Now that is the best one I've seen yet! Although I would like to see a bit more shoulder protection.