Product Review | Pro-Tec IPS Back Pad Purpose: The IPS Back Pad is a wide, hard plated, back protector which is most often used in gravity mountain biking. A back pad is best used on it’s own or with arm pads and allows more mobility to the rider than a full upper body armour protective suit. Two arm straps and a hip belt hold the IPS Back […] Gear Review Eric Behn | September 19, 2013 0 Comments
Brain Labs: Pro-Tec Cyphon SL Helmet Purpose: The Pro-Tec Cyphon SL Helmet is an all mountain half-shell helmet which provides a higher degree of cranial protection non-specific mountain bike helmets. The Cyphon SL features a BOA fastening system and allows use with goggles. Materials and Procedure: The Cyphon SL helmet was tested and worn in an all mountain atmosphere throughout British Columbia’s West Coast. Compared […] Cycle Eric Behn | August 8, 2013 1 Comment