Cut resistance layers

[Mogulcraver]

My friend cut a 5 inch long wound today on his edge cutting his muscle. I just realized that I need to buy one of those resistance layers I’ve been looking at for so long, no matter the price. From my research I understand that Poc Resistance is the best option. Now to the question: they have this new model (“Base armour”) that costs $500 and $450 per piece compared to the old ones at $300 and $250. Has anyone tried both?

From the product description I can read that the new model passes level 4 cut resistance compare to level 3 before. That doesn’t really tell me anything more than that the new one is stronger. But do you need that? Also seems like the new one is more of a compression layer, but that isn’t that importantly me. Are there other differences?

So is the older one enough? After what I’ve seen today I don’t feel like compromising safety and if I can pay my way from that I’m happy to, but $1000 is a lot of money. Has anyone tried them?

 

[Rod9301]

What are you talking about?

 

[scott43]

What are you talking about?

Injuries caused by sharp sporting equipment and clothing that can possibly prevent it. It does happen. Throat guards and kevlar socks are very common in hockey..throat guards are mandatory under age 18. My cousin was heli'd off Whistler after falling on his ski and nearly bleeding out from a thigh gash.

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[Tony S]

What are you talking about?

Glad I wasn't the only one.

 

[oldschoolskier]

I'm going to chime in here. As technology and options become available and adopted by the masses one thing seems to keep rearing its ugly head.

The feeling of invincibility leading to even worse outcomes, till we run out of protections. Until the next cycle begins.

 

[scott43]

The Insidious Idea About “Safety” That Keeps Putting Us in Danger

A concept that took hold in the ’70s has haunted everything from seat belts to masks—and experts won't let it die.

slate.com

 

[newboots]

The Insidious Idea About “Safety” That Keeps Putting Us in Danger

A concept that took hold in the ’70s has haunted everything from seat belts to masks—and experts won't let it die.

slate.com

Great article! And this argument is so often heard about ski/snowboard helmets.

 

[Tony S]

The Insidious Idea About “Safety” That Keeps Putting Us in Danger

A concept that took hold in the ’70s has haunted everything from seat belts to masks—and experts won't let it die.

slate.com

Very interesting

 

[scott43]

Regarding the original question, I've only used kevlar socks for hockey. I mean, they're a no brainer if you discount the cost. They're nearly identical to regular socks, slightly thicker than the socks I typically prefer. I find the risk relatively low so I can take them or leave them. I don't think you'd notice any difference wearing base layers with cut protection, they're basically kevlar fibres which wear a lot like polyester. Up to you if the risk merits the cost. That's a personal decision.

Personally the throat guard is the most important bit of gear in this...but they're bulky. Again, what are the odds.

 

[scott43]

Here's a great way to get built-in neck protection. If you're buying base layers anyway, integrated neck guard like this is not so bad.

 

[KingGrump]

A thread from couple years back on similar topic.

Cut proof speed suits

this past spring we had a race in the East where a u16 lost a ski and then fell on the edge deeply cutting his leg. Thankfully the coaches quickly put multiple belts on his leg saving the boys life. FIS has passed recent new rules making the speed suits less aerodynamic but likely more...

www.skitalk.com

 

[scott43]

Here's a good read..sometimes there are lurking risks we just don't know about.

https://skiracing.com/cutting-edge-how-one-ski-racer-survived-a-life-threatening-ski-laceration/