Protective Vests
( number of products: 17 )Rib protectors from Alpinestars, OMP, Sparco and Stilo are protective vests that shield a driver's ribcage from side loads and impacts. The range includes carbon models and FIA-homologated versions, so you can choose by construction or by the certification your series asks for. Kids' rib protectors for younger drivers are also part of the selection.
Choosing a rib protector
Construction is the first thing to compare: both OMP and Sparco include carbon rib protectors in their ranges. Certification comes next, and the Stilo range includes an FIA-homologated rib protector for drivers who need one.
A rib protector does not cover the head or neck. For that, see HANS devices, hybrid devices and neck collars. For protection beyond the ribs, browse body protectors, or return to the full protective gear section.
Top Racing Shop ships worldwide, and every item in the range is original, officially licensed merchandise.
Do you need a rib protector for karting?
In a kart the driver sits in a seat fixed directly to the chassis, so cornering forces and impacts go straight into the torso. That is why rib protectors are standard kit for kart drivers. Whether one is compulsory depends on the class and championship, so check the regulations of your series and compare them with the homologation shown on the product page.
Does Alpinestars make rib protectors for kids?
Yes. Alpinestars offers kids' rib protectors for younger drivers alongside its standard vests.