Test: I came across the Amplifi Cortex Polymer this season while searching for a light and breathable back protector. The protector is limited to the back and has neither chest protection nor shoulder protection in this variant. Smaller rib pads are attached to the sides to provide some protection. For me personally, the level of safety I expect from an upper body protector.
Testing Amplifi Cortex Polymer:
As soon as I unpacked the Amplifi Cortex Polymer Protector, I noticed one thing. The adjustable hip belt is located under the jersey mesh material, which is unsuitable for biking in my opinion. At the latest when you do without an undershirt in midsummer and wear the protector directly on the skin, the hip belt feels uncomfortable. But thanks to a talented mother-in-law, this was quickly re-sewn and is now on the outside of the protector, making it comfortable to wear next to the skin. Belt loops on the protector can also be used to fix the protector if you have pants with the appropriate attachment points. In addition to the hip belt and the belt loop, there is also a silicone band on the lower hem of the jersey, which should also prevent the protector from slipping up. The processing of the Amplifi Cortex Polymer Protector makes a consistently high-quality impression.
I used the Amplifi Cortex Polymer Protector in the bike park and performed well here. The jersey mesh material made of breathable 4-way stretch is comfortable to wear and very airy. The soft foam protector from the German company SAS-TEC is easy to remove, making the jersey easy to wash. In principle, the soft foam insert is even machine washable, which means that it is not absolutely necessary to remove it. The protector fits neatly and stays in place with the hip belt and the integrated silicone.
If you want a little more protection, the Amplifi Cortex Polymer is also available in a version with an additional chest protector or as a complete jacket with shoulder and elbow protectors. Models for children are also available. The Cortex Polymer presented here is available in the sizes Small, Medium, Large and XLarge. The weight is about 450g (size S).
And finally ...
The Amplifi Cortex polymer back protector meets my personal expectations of a good protector. There are points deducted for the inside hip belt, which is annoying and had to be re-sewn. Otherwise, the protector is of high quality and comfortable to wear. Winter sports enthusiasts are pleased that the protector was also designed for snow use and can also be used here.
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