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Can someone give me some advise on what brand pressure suite I should get and what size. I have nowhere local to try any on. I am 5' 7" 160lbs

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I'm about the same build as you are and I have the evs BJ 22 ultra x ballistic suit (about 170 bux). I wear a large and love it.
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I have a rockgarden flak jacket. Large and a 661 pressure suit. Same size as you and wear a large in both.
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I'm 5'8" and weigh 150. I have the AXO Air Cage Pro in size medium. They go for $170. I could probably wear a small as I have most of the adjustments shrinking it down to ft me. However, I really like how it fits, nothing gets out of place, and it has saved me many times. When this one wears out I plan on buying another one.

BTW, I compared it to the EVS G5 Ballistic ($155) and Alpinestar Bionic 2 ($225+). The AXO was more comfortable than both. IMO, the AXO also has considerably better protection than the Alpinestar (collar bone and arms) and slightly better than the EVS (arms).
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Post by jbowens2401 »

Thanks for the advice guys...I have nowhere local to try one on so I wanted to make sure I got the right size when ordering off the internet.

Frankenschwinn,

Which do you like better, the rockgardn or the 661. I found a new 2011 661 vapor suit on ebay for 119 with free shipping. When I called 661 yesterday, and told them I had a 38 inch chest and 32 inch waist, they recommended the medium so all the pads would stay in place. Are my dimensions similar to yours?

Also, I just found out that the local shop now carries the fox titan. Does anyone have any experience with it.

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I had never seen these before. Do you guys still wear your chest protectors on top of these? One more thing for me to spend money on :roll:
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I like the protection of the rockgarden better. I have raced DH Mtn Bikes for several years and both have served me well. I think I could go down a size on the rockgarden. I have a buddy that has the fox model and it is also good. Most of them are about the same. Go to cycle gear and try some on

I have not worn mine since it warmed up here and have since goten a roost guard. I find it a bit too bulky for most riding. The protection is comforting though.
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Just an FYI, I'm 32" waist and 36" chest.

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These replace a traditional roost/chest protector. They provide far superior protection in almost every area.
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And HOT as hell.... I would overheat in 10 minutes... guaranteed!
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It's actually not as bad as you'd think.
I was skeptical at 1st like you Inda, it is true if you are standing still, it get pretty hot, however as soon as you have airflow or a breeze, they are as comfy as a regular chest pad. The fabric sorts of acts as a heat exchanger when sweat or water evaporates.
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scheckaet wrote:It's actually not as bad as you'd think.
I was skeptical at 1st like you Inda, it is true if you are standing still, it get pretty hot, however as soon as you have airflow or a breeze, they are as comfy as a regular chest pad. The fabric sorts of acts as a heat exchanger when sweat or water evaporates.
Yep. Sucks when you are not moving but you won't notice any difference while riding.

Also, if a Midwest guy like me can handle it riding in the AZ summer heat then anyone should be able to!
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Indawoods wrote:And HOT as hell.... I would overheat in 10 minutes... guaranteed!

No ****.

I've got a buddy that wears one. He's shorter than me and built like a cannonball

By the time he gets that contraption on and a jersey or jacket over it he's just one big ball of sweat. Then he's stuck wearing it the rest of the day

I like being able to take my chest protector off when we take a break
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I don't know, I have an EVS Ballistic and when it's hot I don't even wear a jersey over it, just a t-shirt under it. Then when we stop, I can easily take it off. I find it much easier/faster to put on than everything separately :) .
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Coop wrote:I don't know, I have an EVS Ballistic and when it's hot I don't even wear a jersey over it, just a t-shirt under it. Then when we stop, I can easily take it off. I find it much easier/faster to put on than everything separately :) .
Same here. I wear a Starter long sleeve, moisture wicking, compression shirt underneath and no jersey. The only time I ever wear my jersey is if it is cold out. Also, I can remove the whole setup in about 10 seconds.
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Post by jbowens2401 »

Thanks for all of the replies. I found the AXO Air Cage on sale for 89.99, so I'm going for that one. I'll let you guys know what I think when I get a chance to ride with it.

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jbowens2401 wrote:Thanks for all of the replies. I found the AXO Air Cage on sale for 89.99, so I'm going for that one. I'll let you guys know what I think when I get a chance to ride with it.

Thanks again,

John
That isn't bad for the standard version. I think the Pro is definitely better but it will give you an idea on how the suits fit/wear and whether or not it will work for you.
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