Body Armor / Pressure Suits: Worn under jersey?

[xTYBALTx]

Just like the title says, I want to know if any of you wear your body armor under a jersey, shirt, or whatever? I've been thinking of getting some kind of armor, but don't want to give up my pretty black & red jersey!

Also, do you get really hot wearing any of the armor systems? Let me know!

 

[Jeff Gilbert]

I sometimes wear an under jersey chest protector. It's not hot at all but I wear a t-shirt under it and it gets very wet which I guess is what keeps it from not being too hot.

 

[JTT]

Yes, body armour is warn under the jersey. I assume you are referring to "body armour" suit type setups...with chest, elbow, shoulder pads and all in one shirt like format? What Jeff is referring to is a different setup I believe, more like an under jersey chest (only) protector, with no arms or spine protection.

I don't wear the armour myself, but have a buddy with it. It is a little warmer than a traditional chest protector, but not too bad (doesn't bother him any, but we're not in the desert either). Great protection though, and most importantly spine protection.

 

[xTYBALTx]

Yeah that's exactly what I'm talking about, JTT. Your friend must wear a jersey that's two sizes larger or something, right? The body armor route is looking quite tempting - it seems simple and safe.

I've done quite a few forum searches on different types of body armor, but would like to renew this question: What kind of armor do you wear, and how do you like it?

 

[JTT]

Actually he wears a pretty normal size jersey, loose without the armour, snug with. He wears the Hebo one for what it's worth.

 

[Jeff Gilbert]

I race with an old vet that uses a 661 body armour like this (CLICK)

 

[xTYBALTx]

I tried some different armors on today - after a monster day of riding I might add - and liked what I saw in the 661 Pressure Suit. The chest protection could be a little stiffer / tougher, but the whole setup is just much more comfortable than a chest protector.

Another excellent option is the Dainese. If it wasn't so expensive, I'd have bought it on the spot. Snug, and just seems to fit perfectly - like a glove. Too bad it cost $350! Geeeezz. . .

Thanks for the help guys, looks like I'm pretty close to a purchase here.

 

[Timr]

Have you seen this one? Check out the Bohn Crusader Armored Shirt. They now have a cooler version with thinner fabric. The back protection is awesome, shoulder's, elbows, and forearms, are really good. The front plastic could be a little more. They were demoing this product in a booth at bikeweek. I ordered one, and it should be here sometime this week.

Here's the site: http://www.actionstation.com/

 

[Flying Scot]

Timr,
"I use Grecian 2000" is what I see. Or "Propecia made me the man I once was" :laugh:
I checked the site and the armour looks good and well vented. Any one have any experience with this ?

 

[elf]

Nemeses is the name of the one I have been using for the last year. Its only $90. .... I really like mine I just use xl jersey instead of large. Its a little warm on hot days but not to bad with a vented jersey.