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Back Protector Recs

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PrunedLankly
Posts: 137 - Karma: 1,317
yo im gonna be competing in some FWQs this winter, anyone have any good recs for a comfy back protector which doesnt inhibit movement? Thanks
Jul 18 2021 7:00PM
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cyphers
Posts: 1678 - Karma: 18,561
not sure which model it is exactly but i have the slytech one made of softish foam with a bunch of holes in it. i barely notice it's on

also try to make a habit of wearing it outside of comps, especially early/late season when the rocks start to show. it's saved me from some bad injuries on days where i was "taking it easy." i think everyone should use one and it's a good idea to just make it part of your daily wear

e: this one. i guess it's made by shred now https://shredoptics.com/collections/back_protection/products/noshock-back-protector-naked

**This post was edited on Jul 18th 2021 at 7:18:53pm
Jul 18 2021 7:17PM
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BrightFrog
Posts: 593 - Karma: 1,676
What back protector depends on what mountain. I use POC at Sunday River but at Mt. High I use the glock to watch my back
Jul 18 2021 10:22PM
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mrk127
Posts: 1804 - Karma: 16,331
https://shredoptics.com/collections/back_protection/products/noshock-back-protector-naked

 Big fan of this protector from shred. It's plenty flexible and the straps are burly and snug up nice. I like the straps more than a vest, feels less hot in the spring temps.
Jul 18 2021 11:24PM
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olic
Posts: 294 - Karma: 928
Can't go wrong with Forcefield, if it's good enough for motorbikes it's good enough for skiing

https://www.forcefieldbodyarmour.com/back-protectors
Jul 19 2021 8:02AM
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DesertStix
Posts: 2540 - Karma: 14,985
Just made my sig
BrightFrogWhat back protector depends on what mountain. I use POC at Sunday River but at Mt. High I use the glock to watch my back
Jul 19 2021 9:41PM
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skiP.E.I.
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I've never used a back protector but I use a bunch of different POC products and everything has held up well, been super comfy and light.
Jul 20 2021 5:25PM
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