Mountain Biking - Picking Chest Protection

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MindTrik
08-09-09, 06:37 PM
I am going to Snowshoe in September and am just going to buy some equipment...I need it anyway :D...I am torn between these two. I like the 661, but not the shirt style of it, looks like it could get hot...but the back protection seems to go down further than the Trailstar...the Trailstar looks cooler because it is more open...but the back protection doesn't seem to be as much...anyone have experience with either of these, suggestions?

mtnbiker66
08-09-09, 06:57 PM
Do you have links?
MindTrik
08-09-09, 07:01 PM
http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/17108-535_SSOAS8-43-Brands-291-661/661-Assault-Pressure-Suit.htm

http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/17209-535_GDNTS8-1-Clothing-14-Protective-Gear/Rockgardn-Trailstar-Body-Armor.htm

The other thing is the Rockgardn is one size fits all...I'm 6'

mtnbiker66
08-09-09, 07:08 PM
I hear that the 661 is really hot. I don't know about the others.I just wear leg protection.
cryptid01
08-09-09, 09:39 PM
Do you have separate elbow/forearm protection already? If not I recommend the Rockgardn Flak Jacket.

It will not be too hot for Snowshoe in September.
mtnbiker66
08-09-09, 09:43 PM
Do you have separate elbow/forearm protection already? If not I recommend the Rockgardn Flak Jacket.

It will not be too hot for Snowshoe in September.

You going to the Dirty Bird?
cryptid01
08-09-09, 09:45 PM
Is that this coming weekend? I am going to SS.
mtnbiker66
08-09-09, 09:49 PM
Two weeks. 22-23 of August.