Tek Vest anybody use them???

[storch]

Just wondering how ackward they are for mountain riding? If they restrict
movement when wearing a pack(ABS). Let me know what you think.

 

[SLEDBUNNYRACING]

I don't leave home without mine - and I wear a Avy Bag when in the mountains. If anything it is easier with the avy bag because it distributes the weight.
I have no discomfort wearing my Tek Vest.

 

[bigdawg]

I ride with a tek vest and my ABS pack every ride and have for the last 4-5 yrs i dont find it akward just had to change the way i dress......tek vest holds the heat in so had to change layering program so i didnt sweet to death during the day......I love mine and so do my ribs once or twice a yr...lol

 

[SLEDBUNNYRACING]

I ride with a tek vest and my ABS pack every ride and have for the last 4-5 yrs i dont find it akward just had to change the way i dress......tek vest holds the heat in so had to change layering program so i didnt sweet to death during the day......I love mine and so do my ribs once or twice a yr...lol

I agree - had to adjust my layering plan as well
I've tested mine a few times now and am a "real" believer.

 

[steel town]

I wear one of these, not quite a tek vest but better than nothing, cant even tell you have it on.

 

[Dobir]

I wear a klim tek vest, beacon, and ABS pack every ride and so does my wife and riding pals. I dont feel right without it now and would never go without...FYI its also a nice warm layer on a cold windy day...there may be a little restriction in movement but you get used to it

 

[ZRrrr]

First ride took some getting used to a adjusting. After that I don't notice it anymore unless I am NOT wearing it. Like a seatbelt.

I like it and have tested it out a couple times as well.

Klim verson of the TekVest has larger ventng holes.

 

[Summitric]

yup, use a tek vest all the time....... my kids too!

 

[jaredszakacs]

never ever leave mine at home wicked to help warm you great protection tiny bit akwatd the first minute or so it is on but after that it is great love the thing to death

 

[Trax 2 Treadz]

Everyone in our group rides with them. We have the freestyle model in stock and can hook you up with one! To check them out please click on the link below:

 

[Firefly]

Bought mine last year after bruising my ribs twice the year before. First ride out took a lil bit to get used to but it really helps me carry the weight of my ABS pack.

 

[win]

All you have to do is slam your chest on the bars once and break your ribs, you will wear one TRUST ME.
Vest is part of my ridding gear, always ride with one now, ribs take to long to heal.
I had to break my ribs twice before i realized im to old to hurt.

 

[hurt'in albertan]

yup i agree i smashed into my handle bars 2 years ago and it took a long time to heal. i always have mine when i ride now

 

[Rodzilla]

I wear one of these, not quite a tek vest but better than nothing, cant even tell you have it on.

Just got mine in the mail....found new ones for $60 on ebay :d

 

[0neoldfart]

I wear a Supersport model Tek Vest - it is a bit restrictive, but the pros outweigh the cons tenfold in my opinion...

 

[raceu4it]

part of my riding dress code. my qualifing question is what's 2 days off from work worth, and don't forget about next few weeks being a hurting puppy. sell lots of klim (they're the lighter version) first till they sell out then tek-vest original (little heaver and warmer). call 403-938-0930.

 

[PINKalicious]

Yes x1000 I have 661 vest saved me from breaking more ribs then I did. NEVER leave without it!

 

[meierjn]

After wearing one for a while it will feel funny riding without one. I had a bruise covering the majority of my chest when I hit the bars a couple of years ago. Well worth the minimal costs.

 

[storch]

Well I guess that answers my question, Thanks to all who responded.
I will be buying one

 

[heavy d]

4 cracks thru the breast bone, and two broken ribs, one broke in two places on the LAST ride of 09/10 season says I won't be leavin' the garage without one this year