Ten years ago, I had a nasty crash at Cecilia Ravine in Victoria...ruptured spleen. I've been a 'belt and suspenders' rider since then. Have used Super 2R, Switchblade, and now Super Air R. I use a kayak paddle leash to carry the chin piece above my hip back for long climbs in Cumby. Then tend to just keep it snapped on for the rest of my ride (except on hot summer days). Recently got my wife a Specialized Gambit...perfect for her (light, well ventilated, and no chin latching hassle). Also found the Ryders Fyre lenses almost never fog. TLD padded under shorts, G Form knees and RF elbows. For DH, its TLD D2, Atlas neck brace (most of the time), Oakley goggles, D30 Dakine knees, and TLD padded shirt. I had a couple of nasty rolling crashes with the Super Air R last summer...to say I am glad I had my chin guard and other pieces on is an understatement. I always want to ride another day and still be able to work.
Jan. 12, 2022, 8:16 p.m. - JakeRedrum
Ten years ago, I had a nasty crash at Cecilia Ravine in Victoria...ruptured spleen. I've been a 'belt and suspenders' rider since then. Have used Super 2R, Switchblade, and now Super Air R. I use a kayak paddle leash to carry the chin piece above my hip back for long climbs in Cumby. Then tend to just keep it snapped on for the rest of my ride (except on hot summer days). Recently got my wife a Specialized Gambit...perfect for her (light, well ventilated, and no chin latching hassle). Also found the Ryders Fyre lenses almost never fog. TLD padded under shorts, G Form knees and RF elbows. For DH, its TLD D2, Atlas neck brace (most of the time), Oakley goggles, D30 Dakine knees, and TLD padded shirt. I had a couple of nasty rolling crashes with the Super Air R last summer...to say I am glad I had my chin guard and other pieces on is an understatement. I always want to ride another day and still be able to work.