Offroad MTB upper body protection - full motocross or D3O

[Crooznfbroozn]

Hi all,

After a recent brush with some woodland fixtures (crashed into a tree), my sore knee and shoulders are reminding me to pack up a bit better.

Even though I go at "low" speeds you would expect to go on forest / MTB trails, the sudden impact of a tree or branch can be surprisingly unpleasant.

As far as the upper body goes I'm trying to decide between going full motocross (Leatt 5.5 type) and the full body D3O stuff. (Looking at https://www.xionpg.com)

I imagine the hard shell is the absolute best, only the looks and inability to wear something over it hold me back. (Not really looking to put on a cooling inner shell, then the body armor then a top cover) 

Anyone have experience greeting a branch at high speeds with D3O? 😬

[DjPanJan]

I use this. Personaly not experience tree crash. Using this daily more than year and product is on perfect condition.

http://shop.razzo.cz/photos/original/ochranna-vesta-leatt-3df-airfit-lite-body-tee-2018.jpg

 

https://www.google.com/search?q=Leatt+3DF+AirFit+Lite+Body+Tee+2020&safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk02NZB1ccJx8T6mjJDSJaW5VAekp-w:1603183217684&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiKqszx4sLsAhXbQEEAHawjD1QQ_AUoA3oECAUQBQ&biw=2133&bih=1076#imgrc=0g9ktRq6hUQoRM

 

[Simply_Striking]

I got this but mostly because I live in a warm area, works well, have not taken a spill in it as yet.

 

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/icon-mesh-af-ce-jacket?utm_campaign=order_shipped&utm_content=Product&utm_medium=email&utm_source=RevZilla