Looking to buy a body protector for yourself or a member of your family? What do you need in this key piece of safety wear for horse riding?
First and foremost it’s all about getting the optimum fit that’s right for you or your child. The Airmesh body protector from Airowear is available in a range of sizes with both regular and slim-fit options available. The company suggests that gender-specific fit provides the best and most effective customised protection.
You also need to know the level of protection offered and the Airmesh rates highly at BETA 2009 Level 3 and CE EN13158:2009.
Next as the name suggests it’s a beautifully cool and lightweight piece of equipment thanks to its sporty mesh covering that allows ventilation across your body to keep you cool while riding.
The lightweight shock absorbent foam from which it’s made moulds closely to your body so you don’t feel impeded in any way whether you’re competing training or hacking out at home. The foam protects many of your vital organs part of your skeleton and the soft tissue around your torso in the event of a fall.
With such a light and airy yet high-performing body protector it’s easy to get into the habit of popping it on every time you ride. Plus shoulder pads are available to fit the Airmesh as a separate item for an even higher level of protection.
Benefits 100% polyester body protector with 100% PVC nitrile protective material Zip up with easily adjustable touch and close straps on each side CE EN13158:2009 plus BETA level 3 2009 retested annually Highly ventilated due to mesh covering across the body so you stay cool Lightweight foam moulds to your shape to create a highly flexible fit with Ultra Flex technology Range of gender-specific sizes available for all ages in regular and slim-fit Additional shoulder pads sold separately Suitable for many equestrian disciplines and for everyday hacking and training Wear