MTB Body Armor Shootout // Mr Tonka
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- čas přidán 27. 06. 2024
- Hey Guys! It's bike park season and that means it's also crashing season. Considering that, I thought it might be a good idea to invest in some body armor. But those protective garments aren't always stocked in our local bike shops. So I ordered nearly $1,000 worth of gear to check out before making a decision. I hope this video might assist you in making a decision on which pieces of protective gear to buy. Thanks for watching!
Winners:
Troy Lee Designs Long Sleeve - amzn.to/2JYRMq6
Leatt Impact Shorts - amzn.to/30VSiL2
Rest of the group:
Dianese Trail Knit Pro Tee-shirt - amzn.to/2LHvZoZ
Troy Lee Design Short Sleeve - amzn.to/2LHwsYh
Alpinestars Sequence Pro Shorts - amzn.to/2SNQHo2
Bliss ARG Comp - NO LONGER AVAILABLE
661 Evo Compression Jacket Short Sleeve - sixsixone.ca/collections/evo/...
Mr Tonka Merchandise - bit.ly/MrTonkaGear
My Gear - bit.ly/MrTonkasStuff - Jak na to + styl
Thank you for making this! After broken ribs and a hurt back from my first trip to Bentonville last week it came in very helpful!
Bit late from the sounds of it but glad ur ok😂
Couldn't have come at a better time. I've been eyeballing the exact TLD armor you tested for, you guessed it, a Whistler trip over Labor Day weekend. Thanks dude
Yo, Whistler is soooo much fun!! Have a blast!!
Dude.......best video yet! So focused and informative. Thanks!
Thanks Matt! 👊
Fellow Florida boy riding parks. Been very happy with Leatt.
Awesome info and video! I'm a new mtb rider and currently shopping around for protection and definitely liking a full sleeve type like yours. I think I'll be getting the Sixsixone as its the only one that comes with the D30 armor (that's the orange flexible foam). It's an excellent protective material and they use it on some high end motorcycle jackets (I have it on my Klim riding jacket). If it's good enough for that, then I'm pretty confident it'll protect me on those trails. Thanks!
Awesome video Tonka! As I’ve been riding (and getting sketchy) at more and more bike parks it’s definitely time to step up the protection game and this video definitely helped. Thanks! Hope you’re having a blast at whistler!
I had a fricking blast and i didn't have to test the protective properties of this gear! Bonus!
I did the same with knee pads I ordered 7 pairs and kept my favourite pair. Leatt AirFlex pro for XXL legs was the winner!
Great vid, I am currently recovering from a crash where I got pretty beat up on my upper body so this has given me some fresh ideas on body armour and what might suit. Cheers.
Glad I could help! 👍
Awesome review, this is super helpful! Im looking to get a different upper body long sleeve shirt and have narrowed it down to the TLD heavy weight long sleeve protective shirt, and the Demon Flexforce X2 D3O Men's Top. Thanks!
A nicely put together video. From what I've seen the chin mount cams produce great results, looking forward to your next video.
First day was a great warm up!
Excellent! Since going to Windrock a couple of times, and leaving once with a very large bruise on my hip, I've been wanting to invest in some good protection. Will be looking hard at those particular pieces of kit now.
Just rode with them for a full day at whistler. Zero complaints! 🤘
Im SOOO glad I just found and watched this. Been doing my own research and just made an order last night. Bought the Troy Lee long sleeve shirt, the Leatt shorts and a Fox Airframe Pro jacket and Fox Titan Pro elbow guards. So looks like I made some good choices.
Glad your in Fl. me too. in Sarasota.
Sounds like you’ll be well protected! 👍
Great vid and much needed info... Being a local south floridian visiting bike parks up north etc definitely need some protection! Strap up!
These items worked out very well for me. I didn’t crash test them, but they were quite comfy in the weather I was in.
One of the best reviews ever. Keep it up sir!
Much appreciated!
Perfectly timed video for me. Just went OTB on a big jump at the park over the weekend. Been thinking about some body armor to go with my existing knee/shin, elbow and full face helmet from leatt. The 8x12 inch rash on my back does not feel good. Love the vids Tonka 🤙🏼
Some of the shirts and jackets are really comfortable. The guys I’m riding with at whistler both have the Leatt protection shirts and love them.
that's what i was looking for, for a long time to find the right body armor...thx great video edit also
Thanks - great insights. Mark
Good informative video. I just bought the 661 short sleeve jacket. I haven't had a chance to test it out on the bike yet but the fit is very nice with good pad coverage where I need it.
Sweet! Glad you like it so far! i wore the TLD long sleeve on 4 consecutive days of Whistler riding. Totally happy with it as well.
GREAT Vid and info and you are my hero right now! Excellent review even if you didn't actually use them to test it was VERY helpful!
Thanks! I did use the items i kept for 4 days of riding in Whistler and wasn't disappointed. Everything was comfortable for all day riding.
Great video tonka. Just got back from snowshoe. It was awesome!
Awesome! First time? Love it?
Thanks for this amazing review, I’ll order the TLD!
👍
Super helpful. Currently nursing 5 broken ribs and a broken collarbone. I think learning to bail maybe the most helpful too though.
Bail skills are way more underrated!
Thanks for sharing, welcome back to yt hahaha cant wait for whistler adventure 🤘👍
One I would also recommend looking at is the EVS Sports Men's Comp Suit . They don't market in mountain bike circles, only motocross and off road vehicle areas, but they are virtually the same style. I have an older EVS compression jacket (yes with zipper, none of the new EVS have zippers) left over from my motocross days that is still in good shape and I will be using it at end of this month when I go to Snowshoe for the first time.
Good info! True, lots of the motor X stuff crosses over but isn’t marketed to MTB. You know snowshoe is good when a guy at whistler is a bit jealous that you’re going. 👍
Terrific review.
Very helpful!
Had the same problem not living in a bike park area but wanting some body protection, I was going for the bliss shirt but suspected it may be to hot. It was good that you conformed that as I got a fox proframe in the end.
Glad I could help! 👍
Very informative thanks for making it.
I really need some bigger protection for some rides. Thanks for reminding me to get something👊🏻
Got your back! :)
Thanks for your Video!
Hey Mr Tonka, what an awesome video.
Only the third video of yours I have seen, but I'm subscribed now !
I am constantly frustrated that when magazines or CZcams channels review products they don't offer some comparison to similar products.
Because that's really what I need when I go to make a purchase.
I have 3 bike shops locally but all they keep in stock is some fox knee and elbow pads, but your video has given me more confidence to get some proper kit before this summer's riding (Australian summer!!)
Thanks, and welcome to the channel! Glad you found the video to be helpful! 🤘
This review helped me make my decision. TLD is my choice . Thank you very much. Best review I’ve found.
Happy to help!
Had a pretty bad crash down a steep hill that had a dip i did not see. It launched me and flew off my bike. Tore some ligaments in my shoulder/chest area and scraped my arm and waist. Idk why i thought it was a good idea to do that slope without gear. It would've saved me and i couldve been riding still. Thanks for this indepth look at the gear you've shown. Gonna definitely get me some.
Fantastic video, thanks. There's not much out there on protection and this was a God send.
Glad you liked it Nick! 👍
@@MrTonka Got the TLD Upper body Proection you recommended. Arrived today, fits like a glove and exactly what I was looking for. Thanks again.
@@nickadams8952 Yo! Sweet! glad it fits well. Try not to test it out too much. haha
Love the Porsche racing pictures man!
Thanks! I took those pics at the Rolex 24 and then worked them over in photoshop to create the effect.
Thanks for the review. I'm 47 and plan to get back in BMX vert riding and safety is paramount at my age. Technology has come a long way since the 80's.
My pleasure!!
Thanks for the in-depth look at all the options, I have been contemplating some sort of upper body armor for a while now and like you said there's not much information readily available.
I just tested them for 10,200 feet of descending during my first day at whistler. VERY comfortable!
@@MrTonka Good to know the armor is comfortable enough for an all-day park ride, can't wait for the videos 👊👊
Good info Joe!! Really enjoyed this one.
Thanks Sid!
That’s funny, I used to have the short sleeve version of the TLD shirt back in ‘14 when I started with bikeparks. Brings back memories :)
So far, Whistler has been amazing! Shirt has been comfy as well.
The shirt is nice, my only qualms with it was, after a sweaty day I always needed my girlfriends help getting out of them again 😅
Balázs Riz yeah, first time was a bitch but I figured out how to get out of it easy! Use the hole in the armpit to pull one arm out first. Then take torso off then last arm. Boom! Piece of cake! 🍰
Wish I saw this earlier. Currently sitting the rest of the dh season out due to a decent crash. Left shoulder very bruised...making left arm useless and a hairline fracture on right elbow. Guessing from the bike hitting it 0r something. No skin damage and all impact from crash was on left shoulder.
excellent video mate!!
Man! Thanks for the lowdown on the gear, Tonka.
My pleasure!
Thanks for the reviews Im needing some of these! Also where did the shirt your wearing on the pads come from I like the colors and to be seen on the trails.
That's a HandUp jersey. :)
great vid
I wear the troy lee shirt on all of my rides, park or trail. it's hot and humid here and i don't over heat ..only complaint is , the shirt stinks after a sweaty session..
That's not much of a complaint. haha
exactly what i needed thank you!
Glad it helped!
Looking strong buddy, I hope you don't have to use any of that safety stuff but its a heck of a good idea. Have fun up there
First day was a blast!! 🤘
thanks for the video. as a motocrosser/dirt biker, i like the Fox Titan jacket, because it forces me to wear shoulder and elbow armor, but the chest protector does seem a bit overkill for mtbking. check out the Dainese Rhyolite 2 Jacket.
Awesome man. I am looking for an impact vest and was hesitating on the TSG. Well I'll order it in L now.
Glad i could help!
Love your sharing bro.. thanks👌
Nice video mate - how protective is this ? Is it like D30?
Good one !!
Great review sir, have fun in whistler... ha you said coccyx
Uhh, heh heh hehe 🙃
Well done, I guess I'm just watching your videos today instead of getting my work done...
lolol
Nice review.
Can't wait to see the whisler vid
Gonna have at least one! woot!
i would get swellbow falling as a Skater. same shoulder area too. good info
I did a decent job when falling back in the skating days. I'm a bit slower to react these days. haha
Great video!
Thanks!
So cute, Tonka. Giving Seth a shout out.
Seth needs all the help and support he can get. haha
Thx for the good info. It seem that all the videos out there on MTBing, more would have them on safety equipment. You get the random (check these pads out. They are my sponsor) video. You went the direction I wish more CZcamsrs would go. Thank You for the body armor and helmet videos you’ve done. I’d like to see more on elbow & knee/shin pads as well. Keep shredding 🤙🏻
Glad you found them helpful Tony!
This was a great informative video I tend to fall like you although I never stepped on a skateboard before. My biggest problem is sizing though being a big dude in a little dudes sport sucks if I could find a stormtrooper outfit that would fit me for my biking consider me part of the darkside cause I rather be hot and safe than banged up. BTW this is completely random but as a big fan of the Rolex series im loving all the artwork in your office!
That TLD top comes in a double XL I believe. Might have to do the short sleeve and get separate elbow pads. But yeah, I was a touch warmer on the mountain yesterday but not at all uncomfortable. Stoked someone recognized the Rolex images. Those are pics I took and then worked over in photoshop to give the artsy effect. Thanks! 🤘
After a bad spill and broken ribs I always wear the 661 short sleeved top and some fox elbow pads
would you recommend it?? I'm thinking about buying it
Cool, very good review!
I had also put an eye on that TL-Shirt. Looks like it offers a great all-around protection.
Thanks!
It does, and it's not obtrusive to ride in.
@@MrTonka Thanks for sharing !
Gonna buy it, since I´m a beginner in DH and our woods are quite wild over here on the Swiss border to Germany.
Would like to stay non-injured as long as possible. :)
@@Musicsson Don't blame ya!! Click the link the description when buying and Amazon will kick me back a small commission. Won't affect the selling price either. :)
@@MrTonka I normally don't buy at Amazon. But for you I´ll do! :)
Great review. Thank you. As a guy who’s a bit older than you, and many cupcakes fatter than you, as well as recovering from a crash they gave me a six broken ribs, I’m looking for good upper body protection. Been eyeing that TLD myself.
If you can deal with getting it on and off, it's excellent kit.
@@MrTonka Yeah, if they had a zipper, that would be home run kit
Great review! Have you tried any shin guard/pads that you could recommend me? I will try both recommendations from this video!
I ended up with IXS Cleaver hard shell. Wore them for the first time at Windrock bike park this past week. Like them a lot. Very comfortable.
I know this video is from last year, but it has really helped me a lot and I will be able to make a buying decision as I was absolutely lost before.
I just got a Onewheel XR + earlier this week, and although I was taking my time to learn, I felt I was getting comfortable (a little too comfortable) and decided to take a ride last night, not a good idea especially on the way back home when I had to ride up a long hill that I was not used too. I ended up hitting the pavement at 16mph in the freakin' dark!. Came away with minor scratches, but man that pavement impact was like playing tackle football being hit by linebackers back in my day.... not fun. My wrist is just really sore and a little swollen. So I feel I came away very blessed, thank you God. So yup, I've decided to get armored up.
Glad you found it useful!. Keep that board level! haha
Good review - could have done with some rib protection last weekend!
Nothing like a broken rib or 3 for one to appreciate the joyful things in life like sneezing and body armor.
Leatt 3DF Airfit is very good too
Awesome comparison 👏
Have you used long sleeve tld in hot weather? If so, how does it do. CA summers are 🔥. Thanks
I’ve only used it in Canada during the first week of August. It was totally fine. But I’m from FL. Haha.
Thanks for the awesome review, Mr. Tonka! I'm planning to get the 661 evo short sleeves, it looks like a good fit on you. Do you mind sharing your chest circumference?
Little late, sorry.... 43
Nice comprehensive review Tonka 👍 with how much local park I ride I should probably have more than knee pads and full face 😆
The morning of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th day i tried to talk myself into not wearing it, glad i wore it everyday. More glad that i didn't have to test it. haha
@@MrTonka haha I hear ya! As with a fullface etc, it is nice to know you have a bit more protection against getting completely worked over in a big crash, but hopefully we don't have to really test it's capabilities too often 🤘😆🤘
@@stokedriders5184 I have to believe that taking a digger in that long sleeve padded shirt would be much less painful than without it. The pads are substantial. Even on a "smooth trail" it would guard against like 90% of those little gravel size rocks partially sticking up out of the dirt.
You should look at the leatt Body Protector 3DF AirFit Lite
Very cool, thanks! I just bought the 7855 for my 7yro, Its of note that its compatible with neckbraces as well. Its awesome that they make it for kids too...hard to find anything decent for them that isn't huge/akward/hot or just simple hard pads like EVS or roost protectors. Hardpads don't help as much as people think. Its like having a hard shell helmet with no foam padding etc...it'll take care of the abrasion and deflect a rock but its not damping the impact hardly at all. Question, why did you not try out the Troy Lee protective shorts to go with the shirt?
I had a pair of Troy Lee shorts from when i crashed at Snowshoe and wasn't too fond of them. After i decided to keep the shorts in this video, i saw that the Troyless shorts i bought were a JR large. haha Maybe thats why i don't like them. lol
I ride motocross and besides a Helmet and boots I wear knee braces, neck brace, and a chest and back guard. My neck brace has saved me from breaking my neck a couple times now. Better to break a collarbone than my neck😂 PROTECTION IS KEY!
Amen to that!! 🤘
Yep, I wear a Leatt neck brace as well. For a couple hundred bucks it's a no brainer!
Bugsy Siegel yep! I’ve broken my collarbone twice now. And both times the doctor said the neck brace did it’s job😂
Wrap that rascal. ;)
I went through a pretty similar and painstaking process about 2 years ago and ended up with the TLD 7850 HW...the short sleeve one. It was either that or the iXS in the end. It's a pain in the butt to get on and off and a little short on the back... but it's really well ventilated. You don't really notice it and it's very protective for the 'lightweight' category. I always wear my elbow pads so I didn't want long sleeve.
Btw I'm pretty sure the HW stands for 'hot weather' hence it being the short sleeve / more breathable version?...
It's great for sure! 2 years later there are more products available, so keep your eyes peeled for a Body Armor Shootout 2.0.
Good review. Thank you. I went with dainese, as I don't think I need more than that the way I'm riding. One question unrelated to body armor, what's that camera mount for your helmet? I don't recognise it and I'm in search for such a thing for my full face.
It’s just a GoPro sticky mount that I stuck to the chin. Then filled in the voids around the edges with black hot glue. 👍
Waiting for whistler videos!
Very good 😉🤘👍
Great review! As some others I’m curious as to how your long term opinion of the kit is, do you still use it? Also - would love to see how you attached the GoPro to the Poc full face!
I do still use it. Still awesome. I did buy a less bulky option for different park situations.
good comparison. But, HW in tld shirt name is no heavy weight but hot weather. Its light weight protective shirt with very good coverage, its beathable and ventilated. They use strata foam, which is dual density foam and works quite okay. Works on similar principle which is used for example in back procetors or chest protector. Its not en1621 certified. It will help definately and in your case it may help a lot. In general i would recommand: ixs trigger/carve jersey (i have trigger and it can be used as jersey), POC VPD Air+ Tee (my friend is very satisfied with it), 661 evo compression jacket (my friend have it and he likes it, but he use Dainese Pro Armor Lumbar Protector with it), leatt 3df airfit, oneal bulletproof jacket (i have one which i use only in bike parks).
Great review! Can you do one with the TLD long sleeve you chose vs the Leatt 3DF AirFit Lite Body Protector? I'm really curious which one is better. I want a long sleeve for the elbow protection
My friend bought one of those this season (he also owns the TLD long sleeve) the Leatt 3DF is substantial in the chest protection area compared to the TLD, but outside of that, and especially for the elbow area, I prefer the TLD.
You realy shuld try the leatt 3df light body armor
I have the TLD on short sleeves, then TLD elbow sleeves. The EVO, does ot have a side rib padding on it? Looks good fitting wise but cant get anything without the rib protection. Thank you for this video, very helpful.
I've worn the TDL long sleep several times now and it's great. Just difficult to deal with when it's really warm.
Nice comparison!
Thanks Matt! Did teespring ever take care of you and those socks?
Mr Tonka yup after a little harassment they ended up just refunding me. 🤷🏻♂️ So I’ll just save ‘em for super rare occasions bc they won’t last long! haha 😆
@@1pho3nixmatt Glad to hear they finally took care of you!
Enjoy Whistler, just returned from Snowshoe for the our first lift access bike park riding, will need to get more protection for my sons and myself before we go again so your timing is just right. I could have used this before our trip though, all was fine at Snowshoe but we stopped at Dupont on the way there and I crashed on Ridgeline, more protection would have helped.
More protection is a good thing! So many peeps going to snowshoe this season! That’s awesome!!
Mr Tonka your videos with Alex were part of the preparation and were a great help getting a feel of what to expect before we got there. Keep up the great content you may be surprised how much it is a benefit for others.
@@rwogmtb-ridingwitholdguy Thanks@ I'll try to keep that in mind when the views are plummeting. haha
Mr Tonka just keep being you. Your content is good.
I want to use mine for karting too but fire resistance worries me
Great video! 👏🏻 have you tried using body armour when Skating? I want build my confidence skating stairs again so looking to buy some armour.
I imagine skateboarding has some different flexibility requirements than other sports. so as you skate too it’d be great to know what armour you would recommend? Thanks!
As an ex skater, it will all transfer.
@@MrTonka thank you !
Omg I FINALLY made it into a Tonka video!!
You know you’re the star of the show! ⭐️
@@MrTonka 🤩🤩🤩
Awesome video! I use the Leatt 3df Hybrid knees. They have gel packs in the sides and hard knee and shin plates. Saved my knees several times now.
Those sound substantial!
i have them too in size XL only problem is shin protection is a bit to short other than that i agree they are awsome
This guy is just so relatable
lIl Trillex lIl 👍
Any suggestions for enduro type sleeve pads or some lighter padding? I do more xc, enduro stuff here in east Texas. We have little to no DH riding or massive jump tracks so I don't need anything too crazy. I've been looking at the offers from Fox, Alpinestars, Dakine, and POC. Really leaning toward the Fox Enduro pads. Any suggestions are appreciated. p.s. rather not break the bank
Living in FL may go to knee pads are the Kali Strikes. They are about 93% as protective as thicker and hotter pads. They are comfortable, stay in place, washable and I’ve had them for more than a year. They make elbow pads as well. 👍
Hi. Mr T. Wondered what you think about your choices for your shorts and torso protection Inn this video a year further on. Many thanks.
Love them both. Been keeping an eye peeled for new gear and haven't found anything else i think would surpass the functionality of my selections in this video. I have thought of taking the TLD long sleeve torso protection garment to a tailor to get a zipper put on it for easier on and off. haha
Hows the ventilation on the POC Helmet? It doesnt seem to have many, but i know fit and design also have to do with keeping you cool.
Well, i ride in one of the hottest, most humid places to ride in the US and i have no complaints about the Tectal Race Spin. There are helmets with better ventilation, but i don't think there are more or as protective helmets with better ventilation than the Tectal Race Spin.
I know it’s late to comment but I did have the tld long sleeves for a while and actually liked the inner arm pad I actually used them in a crash last year. I ended up getting rid of them because of the pain to get in and out of them. On park days I currently use the fox jacket but it’s only usable for park/shuttle days. I do not have a chest protector for trail days but I do use ixs Full length shin and elbow protectors and wear a backpack. Would I like a chest protector? Yes and from this video I think I’d be tempted by a 661 I’d I could find one to try on.
The 661 jacket was quite comfortable. I figured out a technique to get out of the TLD long sleeve when in Whistler. Once I did, it was a piece of cake, even when sweaty. 👍
I'm looking to dual purpose the Leatt shorts for both mountain biking and learning how to snowboard. Does that protect the tailbone well enough? The impact protection on the sides looks great, but that coccyx protection kinda looks small.
it's small for sure and probably won't protect your back side effectively for learning how to snowboard. But something is better than nothing.
I live in ca so goat heads rocks and sliding. Are my concern also anything to protect you from rock are a blessing cus i have no armor right now So i need sharp and blunt objects protection along with it has to not over heat so this helped a lot. Note im not asking for stuff i notesed thats kinda what my coment looked like
What do you think of the Leatt 5.5 body armour jacket? Only ask as Leatt do tend to make great protection. Guess it’s probably more substantial than the TLD 7855?
That stuff is moto/atv armor. Hard pass for me riding a bicycle with that on. For weighing like 1/2 of a pound, the TLD top i got is quite substantial.
Hi I’ve crashed in that Troy lee shirt (short sleeve ) at 40 mph at North Star, it held up great only was bruised and sore for about 2 weeks on one side but , nothing broken and was able to do 3 more runs after a beer or two lol , giro helmet did not fair so good broke visor and a big dent in back
Wow. Big dent on the helmet AND a beer or two... surprised you remember riding after the crash at all. LoL. 😜
I was lucky to not test it out in whistler. Though, like your results, I feel like it would provide a good amount of protection. Glad you made it out of that crash relatively ok! 👍
Mr Tonka ya caught it on video , go pro broke off and landed facing me , check it out on my channel, it’s marked big crash
Im looking for the trpy lee designs, but with a zipper, to take on and off easier. Some company out there, if you make this, you will sell out. Ive searched for hours. Needs chest, ribs, back protection. Removable pads.
Hey what do you think about the fox Fox Racing Titan Sport Jacket? Have you tried for enduro/downhill trails?
I think that is a serious piece of kit. Hard pass for enduro riding though. Unless of course you take it off for the climbs and transfers. But for DH or park laps, i'd be keen to give it a go. If it fit better it might be better than my TLD upper garment. Smaller over all bulk with just as much kee point protection. Looks legit.
I understand the shorts but wouldn’t it be more comfortable, cooler and offer better protection if you got a spine protector and elbow pads?
Well, I wasn’t really looking for a spine protector and I have elbow pads, but I tend to not wear them. I wore both of these during 4 straight days of riding park at whistler. No complaints here. 👍
Just thought I'd put in my $0.02. I have the Fox Titan Sport armored jacket. It's hard plastic armor attached to a mesh long sleeve shirt. It really doesn't restrict my movement on the bike, is relatively comfortable, breathes tremendously well and the elbow guards stay in place. Standalone elbow pads tend to slip down towards my wrists. I wear a thin base layer long sleeve shirt underneath. When I take a lunch break, all I have to do is unzip it from the front and take it off.
jasper_of_puppets the un zipping you remove is really convenient!
What is your chest dimension? Thinking also 7850 long sleeve version, and between sizes L and XL.
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