Leatt DBX 3.5 or DBX 5.5 - is the 5.5 worth the extra money?

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nordland071285

Posted: May 6, 2018 at 14:06	Quote
Hi All, looking to buy my first neckbrace for downhill.. and unsure what the differences are between the Leatt DBX 3.5 and 5.5 (other than price). both claim to reduce chance of serious neck injury by the same percentage. anyone had both? or know the key differences? thanks!

nordland071285

Posted: May 16, 2018 at 11:16

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in case its helpful, i found out that both reduce neck injury chance by the same amount.
5.5 has more adjustability though, and Leatt stock replacement parts for it.

from Leatt:
Here are the difference between 3.5 and the 5.5

3.5
Leatt neck braces are tested and proven to help reduce neck forces and thereby chances of a serious neck injury by up to 47%.
Latest in the Leatt range and made of polyamide, the GPX 3.5’s rigid and non-flexible structure offers revolutionary protection and has been improved to be very comfortable.
It is adjustable to fit most riders and has a collarbone cutout that keeps your helmet and the brace away from fragile bones during a crash. All Leatt neck braces are CE tested and certified as Personal Protective Equipment.
No replaced part.

5.5
Leatt neck braces are tested and proven to help reduce neck forces and thereby chances of a serious neck injury by up to 47%.

Made of reinforced polyamide, the GPX 5.5’s rigid, non-flexible structure offers revolutionary protection and has been improved over the years to be very comfortable. It is adjustable to fit most riders and has a collarbone cutout that keeps your helmet and the brace away from fragile bones during a crash.

All Leatt neck braces are CE tested and certified as Personal Protective Equipment.

We do carry replacement parts.

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