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POC, VPD Air+ Tee with Back Protector, Mountain Biking Armor for Men and Women

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$249.95 $250.00

Product details

Fabric type

Mesh

Care instructions

Machine wash

Origin

Imported

About this item

Material: nylon, mesh

Closure: front zip

Protection Area: torso, arms

Certifications: EN 1621-2

Activity: downhill, enduro

Product details

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 2 x 2 x 2 inches; 8.11 ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 20335
Department ‏ : ‎ womens
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ November 17, 2009
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ POC
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B079VV5G1Q

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Product Description

Cruise down your favorite line in the VPD Air+ Tee. It combines maximum back, chest and shoulder protection with the highest level of flexibility across the chest and elbows. The VPD Air pads warm and shape to the body when you’re riding, then stiffen to absorb impact upon contact, letting you ride confidently and fall freely. The back protector features flexible mesh for a low-profile design and lightweight breathability. The VPD Air+ Tee also incorporates lightweight VPD Air sleeve and chest pads for a minimal level of padding and maximum level of comfort, compression and ventilation. The tee is designed to allow for full freedom of movement while staying in place, even through rough terrain.

Play with gravity, protect with science.

VPD Air is designed for those who have traditionally found body armor to be too bulky.

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Sigi

Thank you

Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2023

Color: Uranium BlackSize: LargeVerified Purchase

Thank you

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Susan Mayer

Surprisingly comfortable.

Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2023

Color: Uranium BlackSize: LargeVerified Purchase

Haven't had any crashes wearing it yet, but it's shockingly comfortable.

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Nicolas

Amazing bit of kit with a small but noticeable design flaw.

Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2019

Color: Uranium BlackSize: MediumVerified Purchase

I'll begin my review by saying that, as all POC products, this armor is fantastic, however there are a couple things that need to be pointed out.
I bought this model particularly due to the shoulder protection without the added long sleeve protection given that I live in south america and racing can get particularly hot here so lightness in the design was a must for me.
After wearing it for the first time I noticed that the shoulder pads feel somewhat annoying and strangely enough they are not removable like the chest and back plates are since they dont have an open sleeve. This is probably the worst design flaw in the entire design since they remove the choice of not wearing them and not having to switch to another model to ride without them.
Overall after riding with the armor I must say it feels like a great piece of kit to have, especially if you are considering riding DH or Enduro.

Some extra considerations to be had: the "shirt" design can be annoying to wear given that its considerably tight. Should you not want the shoulder protection I would recommend considering the "VPD System Torso" design which is far simpler and only lacks the shoulder protection

Additionally for POC to consider: I've noticed that besided any old VPD 2.0 armor design all of your new armor designs usually dont reach the "Level 2" security protection mentioned in previous 2.0 models. I think you should consider designing something simpler like the before mentioned VPD System Torso or the VPD air + tee that incorporates the VPD 2.0 withouth a full sleeved design.

8 people found this helpful

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mauricio gonzalez

Comfortable, reconfigurable, easy to wear.

Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2021

Color: Uranium BlackSize: LargeVerified Purchase

Comfortable, reconfigurable, easy to wear.

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Amy Tomlinson

Pointless. Buy the VPD 2.0 jacket

Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2020

Color: Uranium BlackSize: Small

I have the VPD Spine 2.0 jacket, which I like. Tried this since I wanted something cooler. The 'tee' is completely redundant to the 2.0 jacket. Physically comparing both side by side: the material (not the pads) is identical on both. Zero difference. The tee's shoulder pads are not as nicely shaped as the 2.0, with a weird hump over the shoulder. The chest pad is one-piece here vs. three thinner layers on the 2.0. The latter is oddly much more flexible than what you get here. This tee does not come with the cummerbund thing that the 2.0 jacket does. Both have a superb closure system with the zipper. Fit in the L/XL size for me is great: 5'11", 185lbs, 43.5" chest. Shoulder pads are not removable here, back and chest panels are. VPD 2.0 jacket is the same. I do prefer the back panel here, which is three independent layers vs one giant VPD board on the 2.0. The only conceivable way this is cooler than the 2.0 is the slightly larger perforations in the back panel. That's it. And the tech features listed say it's level 1 protection, but the actual jacket says it's level 2 (back only). Which brings me to my final point:

POC: your technical descriptions suck real bad. For example, which is it? Level 1 or 2? Your write-up for this 'tee' says it has silicone below the elbows to keep the sleeves in place, and refers to sleeve padding. This product obviously has neither BECAUSE IT IS A TEE. If you're going to ask a lot of money for your products, don't make people guess which features they actually have.

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Ken N.

Serious gear

Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2022

Color: Uranium BlackSize: LargeVerified Purchase

This is a legit prduct. Pricey as with all POC gear but its solid. Havent fallen since purchase...oh weel.
I live in the SW so i have yet to wear ot on 100° + days but im sure I'll survive... it does NOT seem very breathable.

Edit: not good for riding at 100F in desert.. But that's my fault. A few DH runs later and this is worth every penny. Just not for anything else other than gravity rides.

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Deng Xiong

POC is good

Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2019

Color: Uranium BlackSize: MediumVerified Purchase

As always, POC is a fantastic brand when looking for protective gear. Unfortunately, the Medium size is looser than I hoped and the padding seems rather bulky for my thinner frame. I do like that shirt has a zipper to make it easier to put on but I can also slip it on like a regular T-shirt since it is a loose fit.

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Andreas W

Guter Sitz und viel Sicherheit

Reviewed in Germany on February 4, 2024

Color: Uranium BlackSize: MediumVerified Purchase

Der Panzer sitzt gut und kneift nicht, absolute Sicherheit!

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stefano

ottimo

Reviewed in Italy on March 26, 2021

Color: Uranium BlackSize: MediumVerified Purchase

ottimo prodotto ma calza molto

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Philipp L.

Bequemer und leichter Schutz

Reviewed in Germany on January 11, 2021

Color: Uranium BlackSize: LargeVerified Purchase

Mit dem Protektor habe ich nun zwei Ausflüge in den Bike-Park gemacht und bin wirklich zufrieden mit dem Protektor. Er ist leicht und schützt aber gut. Das musste ich bei einem Sturz schon feststellen. Dazu lässt er sich sehr gut unter einem Triko tragen.
Gegenüber Hartplastik Protektoren gefällt mir hier das etwas weiche Material deutlich besser und sieht vor allem nicht aus wie Kinderspielzeug. Dafür eben etwas teurer. Von mir gibt es dennoch eine Kaufempfehlung.

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marcello

poc-vpt air grande delusione

Reviewed in Italy on February 10, 2020

Color: Uranium BlackSize: SmallVerified Purchase

prodotto poco funzionale in quanto le parti rigide non si smontano tutte e la pulizia non è facile.
dopo 4 mesi di utilizzo nonostante il lavaggio a fondo rimane puzzolente , non si riesce ha togliere il cattivo odore.
Prodotto di qualita' pessima.
non posso piu' renderlo per la scadenza di tempo ,ma mi raccomando non acquistate questo prodotto

3 people found this helpful

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Alias

POC VPD Air+ Tee Protektor

Reviewed in Germany on June 7, 2023

Color: Uranium BlackSize: SmallVerified Purchase

Grundsätzlich ein toller Protektor.. allerdings war der Brustschutz für unseren Geschmack etwas zu locker, weswegen wir ihn zurückgeben haben.

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