Body Protector

Size & Fitting Guide

Before we get started

Where possible, we recommend you visit one of our approved stockists for a fitting. You can find your nearest with our stockist finder or contact us for help. If you're unable to visit a stockist or would like to know your recommended size, this guide will walk you through each step.

How to measure for your body protector

The video guide above will walk you through how to take the 3 measurements needed to recommend a Racesafe body protector size. A written guide is included below.

Chest

Measure your chest around the widest part, just under your armpits, across the nipple line. With the tape tight, breathe in and out, and take the average of the two measurements.

Tips

- You will ideally need a soft tape measure (or a string and a ruler), a belt and your saddle.

- Make sure you're wearing a single light layer when measuring.

- Make sure to pull the measuring tape taut to replicate the snug fit of the body protector.

Selecting a body protector size

Choose a body protector model from the list. Using the measurements taken, enter them into the size recommender or check the size chart.

Motion3

Our flagship body protector model is available in over 100 adult and young rider size options.

Checking the fit of a body protector

We're proud to offer a range of body protectors that are synonymous with performance, comfort and the latest protection. Importantly though, this is reliant on your body protector fitting correctly. So whether you've just got yours or want to check the fit of one you've been wearing a while, this video will run through some simple checks you can do to make sure you're properly protected.

Advice For...

We love that young riders can start their journey with Racesafe, because comfort and freedom is important when learning to ride.

Our smallest sizes are designed to start fitting from 3/4 yo. The elastic side adjustment not only makes them comfortable to wear but allows room to grow.

Each size comes with the option of a standard or tall fit front length. You then have the choice of 4 back length options.

We have a comprehensive size range to fit you.  Sizes are unisex, but have a choice of body and back lengths for every female rider.  Recent models feature a more contoured body shape making them especially female friendly.

Each size comes with the option of a standard or tall fit front length. You then have the choice of 4 back length options.

Women fitting dress UK dress sizes of up to size 10, quite often fit into Young Rider sizes.

We have a comprehensive size range to fit you. Sizes are unisex, but have a choice of body and back lengths for every rider.

Each size comes with the option of a standard or tall fit front length. Depending on your torso length, if you are 5'8"+ you're more likely to suit a tall fit. You then have the choice of 4 back length options for each size.

The RaceMotion and ProRace are our racing ranges of body protectors.

They are available in a separate size range, designed for jockeys and those working in racing. Sizes are unisex, but have a choice of body and back lengths for every rider.

Each size comes with the option of a standard or tall fit front length. You then have the choice of 2 back length options. The Regular back option is more versatile and is designed for exercising. The Race Tail is longer and designed for race riding.

FAQ's

We can nearly always resolve any fitting issues. Whether it's advice on how to measure, recommending a stockist for a fitting or talking through made to measure alterations, please contact the team for help.

We're always improving our size ranges and are confident 99% riders will fit one of the 100+ variations. However, we want every rider to be able to enjoy the performance of a Racesafe body protector. Making our body protectors at our UK base means we're able to offer made to measure options for customers. 

The adjustments are individual to each rider, but in the past these have included custom front and back lengths, along with smaller shoulder sizes. If you think you might need this service, we'd suggest first being fitted at a stockists to establish what changes to a standard size are needed.

If you'd like more information or advice then the team would be more than happy to help.

Shoulder protectors are are sold separately and are available for all body protector models. They are attached using the Velcro strap, via the shoulder loop included on all body protector models.

Available in 3 sizes:
Small: suitable for young rider body protector sizes. Medium: suitable for Young Rider X-Large, Adult X-Small, Small & Medium body protectors. Large: suitable for Adult Large & X-Large body protectors. Ladies with small shoulders may find the medium to be a better fit.

Expert advice

Meet our experts, if you would like some advice, please contact the Racesafe Team. Alternatively, use the form below to tell us a little about yourself & what you need from your body protector. One of our experts will then be in touch.

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