Vanson CE and Articulated Back Protectors for Jackets
- Plastic armor plates riveted to a foam back pad
- Available in three sizes
- Installs in Vanson jackets between outer shell and inner nylon liner
- Energy absorbing material
- Light weight
- One size fits all Vanson jackets
- Installs in Vanson jackets between outer shell and inner nylon liner
Note about Availability and Warranty
Stock: We will no longer be stocking/selling Vanson products and we are liquidating our existing inventory. Please use the drop down menu below to view current availability.
Warranty: Vanson handles all warranty issues directly with the consumer. This will be strictly the case since we are no longer an active dealer. All remaining products are first quality with warranty.
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Sizing Information
Articulated Back Pad: Pick the size back protector depending upon your jacket size as follows:
| Back Protector Size | Fits Ladies Size Jackets |
Fits Men’s Size Jackets |
| 3 plate | 04 thru 12 | 32 thru 38 |
| 4 plate | 14 thru 20 | 40 thru 50 |
| 5 plate | - | 52 and up |
All three sizes are 11” wide. The 5 plate is 21” long, the 4 plate is 18” long and the 3 plate is 15” long.
CE Back Pad: One size fits all.
This style measures 9.25”W x 14.5”L
Our Two Cents
The articulated back pad consists of plastic plates secured to a piece of protective foam. This is the most substantial style and it most resembles the GP type armor for shoulders and elbows. Although it’s the most substantial, it is also a little thicker and heavier than the CE style. The CE style back protector is a combination of dense foam covered in a less dense foam layer which is designed to absorb impact energy. It’s light weight and comfortable to wear. Use this information from Vanson’s website for help with installation: Vanson Armor Installation.
Note about the articulated style back pads: The entire backside of the back protector is a material that acts like the “loop” Velcro material. This will stick to the Velcro pieces sewn in your jacket (“hook” type). The back protector also has two pieces of loop Velcro sewn to each top corner which you can disregard. Those are used for attaching in Vanson race suits.
