Jacket suggestions for large back protector?

srp10 · 05-19-2008

Hi All,

I recently purchased a TPro Forcefield back protector insert that will be replacing the foam back protector in my jacket. The protector is 23inches long and 11inches at the widest point. I got the longest one, it covers the back all the way to the waist. Unfortunately the jacket I have does not have a long enough compartment to accommodate the back protector.

I was looking to buy a new jacket to go along with it.

My requirements go somewhat like this:
- Must be able to accommodate the 23" x 11" back pad
- Look decent on a cruiser, not too sporty.
- Preferably mesh type or one which has good venting.

Any suggestions? It seems most jackets out there won't be able to handle the protector

.

Thanks in advance for your inputs!
-Salil

srp10 · 05-21-2008

Anyone?

Ruh Roh · 05-21-2008

my Joe Rocket mesh and my Tourmaster textile are both 18 x 13....

srp10 · 05-22-2008

Hmm, I really want to be able to use the longer, 23" protector

.

I tried a couple of smaller (in length) pads, but this one feels the safest, as it reaches all the way down.

Any other suggestions folks? If I don't find other options, I might have to use some velcro or duct tape magic

Uthor · 05-23-2008

I would return it and get one of the strap on back protectors. That way you can wear any jacket you want. Doing a quick Google search shows TPro makes some nice long ones.

Here's a review:
TPro Forcefield - Bohn Monza Back Protector - webBikeWorld

05-19-2008	#1 (permalink)
srp10 Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: California Posts: 29	Jacket suggestions for large back protector? Hi All, I recently purchased a TPro Forcefield back protector insert that will be replacing the foam back protector in my jacket. The protector is 23inches long and 11inches at the widest point. I got the longest one, it covers the back all the way to the waist. Unfortunately the jacket I have does not have a long enough compartment to accommodate the back protector. I was looking to buy a new jacket to go along with it. My requirements go somewhat like this: - Must be able to accommodate the 23" x 11" back pad - Look decent on a cruiser, not too sporty. - Preferably mesh type or one which has good venting. Any suggestions? It seems most jackets out there won't be able to handle the protector . Thanks in advance for your inputs! -Salil __________________ And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years.

05-21-2008	#2 (permalink)
srp10 Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: California Posts: 29	Anyone? __________________ And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years.

05-21-2008	#3 (permalink)
Ruh Roh Hey yall BTK Expert Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Arkansas Posts: 561	my Joe Rocket mesh and my Tourmaster textile are both 18 x 13.... __________________ Procrastinate now, Dont put it off ! Just remember, if the world didn't suck, we'd all fall off.

05-22-2008	#4 (permalink)
srp10 Still On The Kickstand Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: California Posts: 29	Hmm, I really want to be able to use the longer, 23" protector . I tried a couple of smaller (in length) pads, but this one feels the safest, as it reaches all the way down. Any other suggestions folks? If I don't find other options, I might have to use some velcro or duct tape magic __________________ And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years.

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05-23-2008	#5 (permalink)
Uthor Can't find time to ride BTK Expert Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 583	I would return it and get one of the strap on back protectors. That way you can wear any jacket you want. Doing a quick Google search shows TPro makes some nice long ones. Here's a review: TPro Forcefield - Bohn Monza Back Protector - webBikeWorld

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