VIPA Sport / Rehabilitation Body Protector PDF Print Email Request a Quote SKU: vipa-sr VIPA Sport / Rehabilitation Body Protector Back to: Vests for Safety Ask a question about this product VIPA III Body Protector (for Equestrian) VIPA Groundsman Body Protector Description The VIPA Sport / Rehabilitation Body Protector is designed for people seeking some protection around the torso area whilst continuing to play a contact sport, or for those that require some protection around the torso area. * It is not suitable for horse riders *. The VIPA Sport / Rehabilitation Body Protector, with its specially designed Nitrex shock absorbing foam, is not only good for people playing contact sport but is also designed to help people who have suffered injury around the chest/back areas and are in need of protection during their recovery. They may also want protection for when they return back to work or when doing odd jobs around the place, having the confidence of knowing that they have some impact protection from knocks and bumps whilst they are still recovering. The VIPA Sport / Rehabilitation Body Protector will fit under clothing including shirts and t-shirts. The VIPA Sport / Rehabilitation Body Protector is available in 3 styles: Padding around the torso Padding in the front only Padding on the back only CONSTRUCTIONThe VIPA Sport / Rehabilitation Body Protectoris constructed using Air Mesh, a lightweight material chosen for its strength, that allows for ventilation. The shock absorbing foam is specially designed to absorb impact when needed. Air holes give extra airflow and ventilation for comfort. WASHINGHand wash in lukewarm water. Add a few drops of mild detergent and gently swirl. Rinse. Hang on a coat hanger in the shade and leave to drip dry. Do not store until completely dry, this may take some time in colder weather. COLOURS/STYLES AVAILABLEThe VIPA Sport / Rehabilitation Body Protectoris available in Black. SIZING GUIDE SIZE CHEST (A) Small 60-75cm Medium 70-85cm Large 85-100cm X-Large 100-120cm XX-Large 116-126cm Sizing charts are a guideABOUT VIPA BODY PROTECTORSVIPA Body Protectors are sold throughout the world and are well received by horse riders. There are a few different standards used throughout the world for testing body protectors. VIPA Body Protectors are manufactured to the EN13158: 2009standard and are tested to meet the highest safety requirements for the different disciplines for which they serve. The EN13158: 2009 Standard provides the technical specification for equestrian body protectors, setting the level of shock absorption required to be offered and controlling the area of the body that must be covered by the protector. There are three levels of protection to cater for different activities and users. The highest Level 3 is tested at the highest energy impacts. The materials used to absorb impact thereby lessening or reducing the injury. The differences between the three levels are due to the differing thicknesses of the foam used. VIPA Body Protectors – VIPA, VIPA I, VIPA II (Harness and Carriage Drivers Only) and VIPA III are all tested and conform to the EN13158: 2009 Standard. The VIPA Body Protectors are annually re-tested to ensure long-term consistency in the quality of the manufacturer and of the shock absorbing foam used in the construction of the body protectors. WARNINGNo body protector can prevent serious injury in serious accidents, but a body protector can improve your chances of staying safe and reducing the severity of injuries by making the right choice. Injuries will not be prevented involving a severe extension, flexion, torsion or crushing of the body. Spinal protection is not provided. A frequent visual inspection should be made for signs of wear, especially after accidents or injury. This may cause cell damage of the foam, obvious signs of which would be reduced thickness or a change of the feel of the foam. The garment should be replaced if you are in any doubt. Otherwise, under normal conditions, it is recommended that your VIPA Body Protector is replaced every 3 - 4 years.
