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Alpinestars A-10 Chest Protector Item # 543762
Description
Protector plates of the Alpinestars A10 feature embedded grid technology under the shells which absorbs and dissipates impacts forces. The grid technology cell system enables greater flexibility and air ventilation while allowing for significantly reduced weight. Protector plates are CE certified.
Construction:
- Hard shells constructed from high performance polymeric material blend for optimized flexibility and excellent weight saving properties
- Shell feature perforation zones and air channeling for excellent breathability and ventilation
- Modular design to allow for addition of BNS neck support
- Removable upper back padded panel for BNS compatibility
- Removable upper front panel for BNS compatibility
- Soft touch BNS puller for convenient and safe engagement of the BNS
- Modular design means protector can be worn in various configurations allowing rider to use in different riding situations
- Removable EVA padding on biceps with a locking system on the shoulder pad keeps protection in position
- Soft bio foam padded chassis for maximum comfort and personalized, close-to-the-body fit
- Side adjustable kidney belt allows for various fit sizes and ensures protection remains close the body at all times
- Features Alpinestars quick release attachment system for convenient in and out
Protection:
- Back protector CE certified according with the EN 1621_2: 2014 level 2
- Chest protector CE certified according with the pr EN 1621_3: Level 2 full chest Type A
- Shoulder protectors CE certified according with the EN 1621_1 : 2012 level 1 Type A
Part Numbers for Alpinestars A-10 Chest Protector
Reviews
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Fast914 from
A10 is a Fantastic Piece of Kit!!!
I have ridden with the A10 and my Atlas Neck brace five or fix times over the last month. Yes, the fit is definitely not for someone with big guns but overall the A10 is incredibly adjustable and fits well.I feel air come straight through it...so much cooler than my Thor Rig from before. I removed the upper panel on the back to allow my Neck Brace to fit properly....and it does.
The arm extensions (Humerus) are easily removed and while they fit over my elbow pads, I have just removed them altogether....one had come off on its own anyway.
I am 6' 1" tall and weight about 215 lbs. Chest is about a 44" and arms are spindly...LOL! I called Alpinestars and they recommended the XL/ XXL. This was the right decision...fits perfectly.
I appreciate the Rib Protection and have tested that already on some rocks and brush after miscalculating a turn in the woods! No biggie and just picked up the bike and kept on going. I will likely get some kind of Kidney Belt but for now pretty happy.
Will follow up toward the end of the season when we put studs on and let ya know how it held up.
Date published: 2019-08-27
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Ludwig from
not good quality
The rivets are plastic and break for no reason. Then the hole thing falls apart and plastic bits stab you in the back
Date published: 2020-05-04
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Brad27 from
Broke in the first season
I bought this chest protector a lot of research.
Unfortunately, in the first season 3 rivets broke... The metal buttons holding the material are on top of plastic rivets that broke easily.
Two stars because it was good before it broke.
Date published: 2021-04-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Fast914 from
Really Happy with this Body Armor!
Hi,
I just received my new A10 Full Chest Protector and love it! Very adjustable and great rib protection which I was looking for. I also wanted to fit my Atlas Neck Brace and it works really well.
I am 6' 1" and weigh about 215 lbs, 44 Chest. I followed up directly with AlpineStars, who by the way got back to me within a day and were really helpful. I gave them my chest and arm measurements along with my height and weight and they recommended the XL/2XL.
I am glad I went with that sizing....fits me perfectly. I do not have big arms by any stretch and the arm pieces fit for sure but I think would be tough if you had some guns to speak of...LOL!
This armor breathes way better than my Thor Pressure Suit and that likely goes without saying but temps here in Nova Scotia have been in the High 20's to low 30's and humid as heck....body armor is great!
On another note, Fortnine was Fantastic to work with. I actually spoke to one of their Staff before I purchased....very helpful! They recommended I purchase on line as I could then very easily track delivery. They turned it around put it at my door in just a few days...really impressed.
Thanks very much FortNine!
Regards,
Grant
Date published: 2019-07-19
Rated 4 out of
5
by
nickname why im canadian from
Too Small?
Ok JUST UN BOXED IT. I love it! but... I am 6ft 2" tall 190 lbs and the front plate leaves my abdomen exposed, ok maybe a kidney belt will help but not like the plastic plate will. Was their intention to cover the abdomen or not?
The arm bands that hold the shoulder pads on are too tight also, yes I work out, but this medium/large size is for a 5'5" guy with small arms. I wish they made a bigger size, I am not sure yet if I will return it or modify the arm bands. Quality it top notch though. Alpine stars website shows no larger models though Fort Nine says out of stock on a larger model. Should be more clear.
Date published: 2018-07-29
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Harvard from
Astars A10 chest protector
It has excellent protection but I personally didn’t like the way it fit! However there’s lots of adjustability lots of protection I didn’t like the way the small shoulder pads fit they pinch the inner arms with bionic neck brace it didn’t feel right too me personally someone else may like it
Date published: 2023-02-16
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Harvard from
Harvcarl42
I I thought the Astars A-10 would be perfect but after wearing it for a half an hour it wasn’t very comfortable would move up the neck didn’t fit well either lots of protection would recommend if want lots of protection and wear over jersey lots of adjustability shoulder pad aren’t very good at all the straps are uncomfortable pinch your skin take them off which is good if you don’t want them I want them lots of ventilation Iam going too try the A-6 or the A-10 V2
Date published: 2023-01-31
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Renn from
Nice chest and back protector
A bit on the heavy side but it offers more protection than a basic chestplate. I fell a couple times whit it and it held prety good. Only complants is the side protectors whit the piece comming from the front keeps getting out of the elastic that hold it together but i find if i thight it more it is better. In general it is good quality for the price and i would recomend if you are looking for optimal protection but not a full jersey whit protectors.
Date published: 2019-06-24
Questions
Can this be worn directly against skin with jersey over or is it going to chafe?
Yes, the protector can be worn against the skin but depending on how you ride it may chafe. It will come down to your personal preference on how to wear the protector. Some wear it over the jersey, some under, and some have a base layer, then the protector, then the jersey on top.
Date published: 2023-09-14
is the lower back panel removeable it looks like it extends down quite far on the back area
The plastic panels are not removable from the padding. The back is not as long as it looks.
It fits good and is comfortable. Good padding around the ribs too.
Date published: 2018-03-07
is the A 10 compatible with an Atlas Neck Brace?
The atlas is not a perfect fit. I wear my atlas under the A10 at the back and on it at the front
Date published: 2021-03-31
Is the A10 compatible with my Leatt neck brace?
I wear an atlas brace with mine. Rear of brace sits on my back and front on A10
Date published: 2023-03-16