{"title":"Protective vests","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCross Country Body Protectors: Permanent and Mandatory Protection in Eventing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCross country body protectors\u003c\/strong\u003e are designed to \u003cstrong\u003eprotect the rider's torso\u003c\/strong\u003e during the \u003cstrong\u003ecross-country\u003c\/strong\u003e phase of \u003cstrong\u003eeventing\u003c\/strong\u003e. They absorb impact to the following areas:\u003cbr\u003e• the chest,\u003cbr\u003e• the ribs,\u003cbr\u003e• the back,\u003cbr\u003e• and sometimes the lumbar region.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn France, as in many federations, a \u003cstrong\u003ebody protector\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003emandatory for cross country\u003c\/strong\u003e. An airbag can never be worn alone: it must always be worn over a cross country body protector. This configuration combines the \u003cstrong\u003epermanent protection of the body protector\u003c\/strong\u003e with the additional protection of the airbag when deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use a cross country body protector?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1. Permanent protection, in all circumstances\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecross country body protector\u003c\/strong\u003e provides protection even without a fall and without a mechanism, unlike an airbag which only works if it deploys.\u003cbr\u003eIt reduces impact in case of contact with:\u003cbr\u003e• the ground,\u003cbr\u003e• a fixed obstacle,\u003cbr\u003e• a tree trunk or a hedge,\u003cbr\u003e• the horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e2. Mandatory in cross country events\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn eventing, the \u003cstrong\u003ebody protector\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003emandatory\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the airbag is only a non-mandatory but recommended complement. The body protector is the basis of protection:\u003cbr\u003e• solid structure,\u003cbr\u003e• immediate \u003cstrong\u003eabsorption\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cbr\u003e• constant \u003cstrong\u003eprotection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3. Maximum safety\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cross country body protector truly protects the rider during:\u003cbr\u003e• direct falls,\u003cbr\u003e• tumbles,\u003cbr\u003e• slides,\u003cbr\u003e• impacts against a fixed obstacle.\u003cbr\u003eIt \u003cstrong\u003elimits serious injuries\u003c\/strong\u003e to the chest and ribs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e4. Modern comfort\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern body protectors are:\u003cbr\u003e• flexible,\u003cbr\u003e• lightweight,\u003cbr\u003e• segmented,\u003cbr\u003e• breathable,\u003cbr\u003e• ergonomic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDifferent types of cross country body protectors\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1. Traditional high-density foam cross country body protectors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobust structure, immediate protection.\u003cbr\u003eAdvantages:\u003cbr\u003e• high absorption,\u003cbr\u003e• constant protection,\u003cbr\u003e• maximum reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e2. Segmented cross country body protectors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade with \u003cstrong\u003earticulated panels\u003c\/strong\u003e to follow movement.\u003cbr\u003eAdvantages:\u003cbr\u003e• very good mobility,\u003cbr\u003e• improved ventilation,\u003cbr\u003e• long-lasting comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3. Children's \u0026amp; junior body protectors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdapted to the morphology of \u003cstrong\u003eyoung riders\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eFeatures:\u003cbr\u003e• extensive adjustments,\u003cbr\u003e• shorter cut,\u003cbr\u003e• adapted protective foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExact difference between body protector and airbag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecross country body protector\u003c\/strong\u003e is mandatory and \u003cstrong\u003eprovides permanent protection\u003c\/strong\u003e. An airbag can never be worn alone in cross country. The \u003cstrong\u003eairbag\u003c\/strong\u003e is worn as a \u003cstrong\u003ecomplement to the body protector\u003c\/strong\u003e for enhanced protection. The body protector \u003cstrong\u003eprotects vital areas\u003c\/strong\u003e immediately; the airbag protects upon deployment. Together, they offer the highest \u003cstrong\u003elevel of safety\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to choose your cross country body protector\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1. Perfect fit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good body protector should be:\u003cbr\u003e• close to the body without compressing,\u003cbr\u003e• well-fitting and stable,\u003cbr\u003e• long enough to cover the ribs,\u003cbr\u003e• short enough not to touch the saddle when seated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e2. Freedom of movement\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor optimal comfort, prefer:\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003esegmented models\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want \u003cstrong\u003egreat mobility\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-density foams\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want very \u003cstrong\u003efirm protection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3. Type of use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Cross country training → rigid or segmented body protector\u003cbr\u003e• Eventing → mandatory cross country body protector + recommended airbag\u003cbr\u003e• Young \/ sensitive horse → reinforced protection recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e4. Season and heat\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn summer, opt for:\u003cbr\u003e• a segmented structure,\u003cbr\u003e• perforated foam,\u003cbr\u003e• breathable material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e5. Morphology\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrands offer:\u003cbr\u003e• men's cuts,\u003cbr\u003e• fitted women's cuts,\u003cbr\u003e• evolving junior sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical cases\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• You are new to cross country \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e→ A \u003cstrong\u003esegmented body protector\u003c\/strong\u003e will make you feel protected without discomfort.\u003cbr\u003e• You are an eventing competitor \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong\u003eMandatory body protector + supplementary airbag\u003c\/strong\u003e = maximum protection.\u003cbr\u003e• You are working with a young or unpredictable horse \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e→ A \u003cstrong\u003erigid body protector\u003c\/strong\u003e offers constant protection against unintentional blows.\u003cbr\u003e• You ride a lot outdoors \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e→ A \u003cstrong\u003elightweight and segmented body protector\u003c\/strong\u003e provides safety and freedom of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComplementary accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Compatible \u003cstrong\u003eairbags\u003c\/strong\u003e (to be worn over the body protector)\u003cbr\u003e• Certified \u003cstrong\u003ehelmets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Breathable technical underwear\u003cbr\u003e• Stretch jackets compatible with body protector + airbag\u003cbr\u003e• Sports bras for optimal support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMistakes to avoid\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Wearing an airbag alone for cross country (forbidden + dangerous)\u003cbr\u003e• Choosing a body protector that is too large or too short\u003cbr\u003e• Tightening the body protector too much or wearing it over several layers\u003cbr\u003e• Letting it touch the saddle (ineffective)\u003cbr\u003e• Confusing a cross country body protector with a simple show jumping vest (not the same protection)\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gilet-cross","title":"Cross-country body protector","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe TdeT Cross-country body protector is designed to combine maximum protection and optimal comfort during your cross-country sessions. 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