Do you need a chest protector for MTB?

Not all riders feel the need to wear an MTB chest protector when mountain biking, and understandably so. Not everyone is pushing the envelope day in and day out, and the heat and discomfort may not be worth it for your 15 mile XC pedal.

What protection should I wear mountain biking?

You should always wear a helmet, which is the most vital piece of mtb protective gear. Please do not ride without wearing a helmet.

What is a MTB pressure suit?

Also known as pressure suits or back protectors, the options we’ve listed here provide protection for your back and spine, with some options also including protection for your shoulders, elbows or chest. Many riders opt for knee pads or elbow pads, but wearing torso protection is a good idea, too.

Do I need elbow pads for mountain biking?

While most riders are used to wearing helmets and kneepads, elbow pads are a little less common. However, they’re a really good idea if you want to avoid the kind of injury that can put you out of action if you ride or race downhill or enduro.

Does mountain bike Body Armor work?

First, there is no body armor that will prevent all possible harm. That is not the purpose of body armor. Body armor is designed to reduce and dissipate the forces of impact sustained in a crash. You hit something hard enough or fast enough, you will get hurt regardless of what body armor you are wearing.

How does a mountain bike neck brace work?

A neck brace is essentially just a collar that sits on the shoulders, surrounds the neck and acts as a ‘bump stop’ during extreme maneuvers or crashes that would cause the head an neck to travel past the point of their normal range of motion.

Do mountain bikers wear pads?

Knee pads are necessary for mountain biking, especially if you lack confidence on a trail. Knee injuries off a bike can be very serious, and a good set of mtb knee pads can save you considerable healing time and loss of confidence.

Should I wear MTB gloves?

Gloves. Full-finger gloves are favoured by the vast majority of mountain bikers and provide more comprehensive protection than mitts. The coverage provided by full-finger gloves helps protect the hands from crashes and undergrowth, and some gloves will come with padding on the palms to provide additional cushioning.

Is mountain bike riding good exercise?

Mountain biking uses large muscle groups that require a lot of oxygen. This makes the heart work steadily, increasing your heart’s fitness by 3-7%. Mountain biking is a low impact sport, meaning it puts less stress on your joints than other aerobic activities such as running.