Ever since Sam Hill's spectacular dismount at the Downhill World Championships in Hafjell, neck braces have been a hot topic of discussion again. Do they save lives? Do they prevent spinal injuries? There are no independent and conclusive test procedures, but anyone who has seen the video of Sam's head-on crash into the rocks will no longer have any questions. Or at most one: Which brace should I buy? We can recommend the Atlas "Crank". The one-piece construction is pulled over the head from above. It can be adjusted very precisely via various back and chest sections and sits perfectly on the chest. The freedom of movement is also perfect - without helmet rattling even on steep passages. The workmanship is high quality and the price is fair in our eyes. Also available in carbon and extra expensive.
CONCLUSIONMaybe neck braces don't help at all. We hope the opposite is the case and enjoy wearing the Atlas "Crank". Lightweight, good fit, good freedom of movement. On a par with the Ortema brace. Just as much a must for us in the park as the helmet. Buy it!
PLUS Fit, processing
MINUS nothing
Test time: 4 months
Weight: 764 gram (M)
Price: 299 Euro
Info: www.mrc-trading.de
Dimitri Lehner
Editor
