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Tuesday, 06 July 2010 13:08

Cool it with the new Knox Aegis Back Protector

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The improved for 2010 should be on the back of every rider The improved for 2010 should be on the back of every rider Planet-Knox
We are massive fans of Knox gear here at Bikechatter and every product we have had to test does not disappoint - look at our review of the Knox Aegis from 2009 (has been updated to incorporate a couple of upgrades for 2010) and you will see a glowing report. With the summer riding season set to be a scorcher, Knox has made it even easier to look and feel cool, with improved ventilation and a sharp new look for their Aegis back protector.
The most technically advanced in the British company's range, the Aegis offers unparalleled levels of comfort and protection. Uprated venting allows maximum airflow, keeping the rider cool on hot and sticky days, and its unique low profile cut ensures that the Aegis sits perfectly under close-fitting jackets and suits, assuring ultimate comfort. Independently tested and approved to EN1621-2 Level 2 (the highest rating under current European regulations*), the Aegis features exclusive honeycomb plate design and inclined cell wall technology for maximum impact protection.

An adjustable and removable soft kidney section is included for extra peace of mind. Freedom of movement remains central to the design of the Aegis - flex channels allow the spine section to articulate freely, moving with the rider and allowing the Aegis to sit perfectly around the contours of the back, ensuring that protection is maintained in all positions. The multi-position waist strap can be moved up or down by 2" (5cm), to suit differing lengths of torso, while the automatic shoulder strap slider system self-adjusts for a perfect fit every time.
Topping off this impressive specification is a cool new look for 2010; ice white flex panels and hot red highlights. Available in seven sizes, for men, women and children, the Knox Aegis sells for £89.99 in adult sizes.

For further information, call Knox on 01900 825825 or visit www.knox-armour.co.uk. See the video at http://www.knox-armour.co.uk/product.html?product=aegisred

See our review of the Aegis here: Bikechatter Knox Aegis Review

* EN 1621-2 assesses the performance of protective devices by measuring the force transmitted through it when impacted by a falling mass of 5kg. Protectors subjected to this test are deemed to conform to the standard if the average transmitted force of nine tests is less than the following: Level 1 protectors: The average peak force recorded shall be below 18 kN, and no single value shall exceed 24 kN. Level 2 protectors: The average peak force recorded shall be below 9 kN, and no single value shall exceed 12 kN.

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Leigh Godson

Technical Editor and Lead Product Reviewer for Bikechatter, is responsible for the team of rabid Bikechatter.net reviewers and partial to the odd product test himself.

Leigh rides a 2005 ZX-10R while his (poor old) aching body will still allow and puts in a decent amount of road miles each year - if only he could get more track miles though!

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