I first thought about getting one of these years ago when I saw a San Pablo police officer go under a big rig in front of me on 80 westbound. Not sure if one would have saved his life, but it surely wouldn't have lessened his chances.
Finally got one. I did a test inflation (with video, lol) and it was impressive. Still have some motion of the head but not very much. I love that it has front and side protection as well as around the neck, and that the back protection extends to my tailbone.
Downside, it is a bit warmer. Not enough to be a problem at 85 degrees, probably will notice it more at 100F. It's also quite heavy, but not unbearable either.
I was worried that standing up or getting off without untethering from the bike would set it off, but no....It takes 60 pounds to pull it - you notice it before it goes off.
Two thumbs up!
Finally got one. I did a test inflation (with video, lol) and it was impressive. Still have some motion of the head but not very much. I love that it has front and side protection as well as around the neck, and that the back protection extends to my tailbone.
Downside, it is a bit warmer. Not enough to be a problem at 85 degrees, probably will notice it more at 100F. It's also quite heavy, but not unbearable either.
I was worried that standing up or getting off without untethering from the bike would set it off, but no....It takes 60 pounds to pull it - you notice it before it goes off.
Two thumbs up!