How do I know what size back protector to buy?
Use a tape measure to find your back protector size. The most accurate way is to measure the length from the top of your shoulder to your waist (1). Otherwise your height (2) will provide an approximated measurement.
How do you measure a riding back protector?
How to measure for a body protector
- Step 1 – Waist. Measure the circumference of your waist by wrapping the measuring tape around your waist.
- Step 2 – Chest. Measure the circumference of your chest by wrapping the tape measure under your arms and around the widest part.
- Step 3 – Back length.
- Step 4 – Sizing.
What standard do body protectors need to be?
Level 3 – Carriage driving (blue label) Body protectors designed to meet the needs of horse drivers. Navigators are best wearing a standard level 3. It does not provide adequate coverage of the back for those riding horses or those working with them.
How do you fit a horse body protector?
The body protector should reach to your breastbone and cover your bottom rib. The shoulders and neckline of the body protector should lie flat against your body; if this fit cannot be achieved —if the vest pulls away from your body— then you may need to try a shorter length.
What is a Level 3 body protector?
Level 3 – is considered appropriate for general riding, competitions including eventing and working with horses. Level 3 body protectors should prevent minor bruising that would have produced stiffness and pain, reduce soft tissue injuries and prevent a limited number of rib fractures.
How often should you replace a body protector?
every three to five years
Replacing your body protector Body protectors should be replaced every three to five years, as the impact absorption properties of the foam may decline over time.
What do you measure a horse with?
The horse is measured from the ground to the highest point of the withers. There are two popular ways to measure a horse. One is by use of a measuring stick. The other is by using a measurement tape.
Do spine protectors work?
Despite their increased use, the theoretical evidence for the use of back protectors is contentious. Indeed, it is thought that they cannot protect against the most serious back and spinal injuries which occur due to twisting and bending to the back [14].