I am also a mountain biking physician who has seen lots of trauma. Whenever I’m doing anything more than a lazy cruise on the green trails I have my full face and Leatt neck brace on. I know they aren’t perfect protection by a long shot, but they do improve the odds against cervical spine injuries. Amazes me so few EWS and World Cup DH wear the braces. They have no downside unless you are bothered by looks from other riders
June 9, 2022, 4:19 a.m. - otagoboy
I am also a mountain biking physician who has seen lots of trauma. Whenever I’m doing anything more than a lazy cruise on the green trails I have my full face and Leatt neck brace on. I know they aren’t perfect protection by a long shot, but they do improve the odds against cervical spine injuries. Amazes me so few EWS and World Cup DH wear the braces. They have no downside unless you are bothered by looks from other riders