Do dirt bike neck braces work?
Neck braces are far more common in desert racing and motocross compared to Enduro riding. One study showed 10% of motocross injuries are neck and upper spine fractures. Not surprisingly, the report found Leatt neck braces do work in preventing or reducing injury.
Do you need a neck brace for Enduro?
Your neck is pretty important and if you feel safer with one then go for it. As northwind says though do not wear it without the helmet as they can cause nasty injuries if you were to have a fall pushing your bike up a slippy slope or tripping over something.
Why are neck braces bad?
Are there side effects to wearing a cervical collar? Although cervical collars can help support and protect your neck in the short-term, research has shown that long-term use of a cervical collar may lead to weakening and stiffening of your neck muscles. In cases of acute injury, this is largely unavoidable.
Where is Leatt located?
Cape Town, South Africa
Based in Cape Town, South Africa, Leatt SA was formed on November 14, 2007, for conducting the Company’s business and operations in South Africa.
How did Ryan Dungey break his neck?
Just after the gate dropped in moto two, disaster struck for Ryan as an uncharacteristic mistake caused him to hit the deck, landing on his head and neck. Though he remounted to charge from 19th to 4th in the moto, a post-race doctors visit would reveal a broken C6 vertebrae in Dungey’s neck.
How long should I wear neck brace?
The collar is usually worn for a period of twelve weeks to support your neck and prevent movement around the injury site but this can alter depending on your healing rate and your consultant’s opinion.
Is it good to wear neck collar?
Although cervical collars can help support and protect your neck in the short-term, research has shown that long-term use of a cervical collar may lead to weakening and stiffening of your neck muscles. In cases of acute injury, this is largely unavoidable.
Who makes Leatt?
The brace is marketed and distributed worldwide by the Leatt Corporation, a Nevada corporation with its administrative office based in Cape Town, South Africa.
What is a motocross neck protector and how does it work?
A motocross neck protector, when used in conjunction with a full face dirt bike helmet, is designed to help prevent neck trauma in the event of a crash. It does this by limiting your neck’s range of movement.
Are MX neck braces safe for dirt bikes?
Maybe the most often overlooked piece of dirt bike protective gear, MX neck braces are second only to helmets in their capacity to save your life in a serious crash. Many riders have misconceptions about them, assuming they restrict mobility or are uncomfortable to wear.
How much does a dirt bike neck brace weigh?
The BNS (bionic neck support) Tech Carbon dirt bike neck brace is Alpinestars’ take. This brace is made of a carbon polymer compound to keep its weight on the low side. Despite the material make up, the brace comes in at 735 grams (1.6 pounds).
What is the most comfortable motorcycle neck brace?
The Atlas Carbon is a lightweight, minimalistic motocross neck protector that could possibly be the most comfortable neck brace around. Starting with its weight; this brace only weighs 580grams. That is barely over a pound!