Decathlon D3O Protective BaselayerMTB protector with transformer capabilities in the event of a fall

Maik Schröder

 · 11.10.2024

The Decathlon D3O Ghost Reactive Baselayer from Decathlon is now available for better protection in the event of a fall.
Photo: Decathlon

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Decathlon has introduced the new D3O Ghost Reactive Protective Baselayer. The MTB protector is made from a material that has a special ability in the event of a fall.

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When it comes to crashing on action-packed downhill tours on a mountain bike, you want to be well protected. Decathlon now offers the D3O Ghost Reactive Protective Baselayer. This special protection for the upper body has a special feature based on advanced technology.

D3O Ghost Reactive Protective Baselayer: Innovative protection for mountain biking

The new base layer from Decathlon should offer a combination of protection and flexibility. In other words, it has to protect and still be comfortable on the bike. The highlight: the material of the protector pads - called D3O - hardens at lightning speed in the event of an impact to absorb the energy and prevent injuries. In its normal state, the material remains flexible and offers sufficient comfort on the tour. Other manufacturers already use these pads, for example Endura or Bluegrass for their knee pads, which we already had in a big test.

The new D3O Ghost Reactive Protective Baselayer from Decathlon is designed to protect you in the event of a fall. This is ensured by a material that hardens in the event of a fall.Photo: DecathlonThe new D3O Ghost Reactive Protective Baselayer from Decathlon is designed to protect you in the event of a fall. This is ensured by a material that hardens in the event of a fall.


The Decathlon protector baselayer is designed to be a protective companion on every trail: whether challenging downhill trails or extended enduro tours, the protector is designed to offer reliable protection in the event of a fall. The baselayer should also be able to adapt perfectly to the body and therefore offer plenty of freedom of movement.

D3O Ghost Reactive Protective Baselayer: Breathable and comprehensive protection

This is made possible by the shock-absorbing material, which is applied directly to the fabric without adhesives or seams. This allows you to remain fully focussed on the challenges of the trail. Thanks to its air-permeable construction, the D3O base layer is breathable.

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The breathable properties and body-hugging fit ensure comfort on tour.Photo: DecathlonThe breathable properties and body-hugging fit ensure comfort on tour.

The protector not only protects the back and shoulders, but also the hips and lumbar spine. This offers comprehensive protection on long tours. Mountain bikers are therefore ideally equipped for off-road adventures.



Price and availability

The Decathlon protector costs 149.99 euros.Photo: DecathlonThe Decathlon protector costs 149.99 euros.

The D3O Ghost Reactive Protective Baselayer is available at Decathlon for 149.99. The protector is available in sizes S-2XL.

Maik Schröder was born in East Westphalia and prefers to ride through the countryside on his gravel bike. The tour can also include a culinary stop to fortify himself for the next few kilometres. Even if there are few metres of altitude to conquer in the flatlands, he has the ambitious goal of completing a Transalp one day. As online editor, he is responsible for creating digital editorial content such as news reports, new products and event coverage.

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