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Back Protection

Ski back protectors protect the spine during falls, gate contact, and high-speed impacts, making them one of the most important pieces of safety gear a competitive skier can wear. Our collection covers junior through adult sizing, with vest-style protectors from POC, Sweet Protection, Shred, and Atomic.

Every protector here is built around the EN 1621-2 standard, the same benchmark used across ski racing and motorcycle safety gear. Level 1 options give lightweight coverage for everyday training and lower-speed disciplines, while Level 2 protectors, including the POC VPD Air Vest and Sweet Protection Back Protector 2.0, deliver higher impact absorption for GS, Super G, and downhill.

Junior racers moving from recreational skiing into gates should start with a properly sized vest-style protector worn underneath the race suit, never built into it. Prices in this collection generally run from about $130 to $200, depending on brand, size, and certification level.

Pair a back protector with a set of forearm guards for complete upper-body coverage, or check the fit against your racer's GS race suit before race day. Not sure which size or protection level fits your racer? Stop in or call ahead, and our Killington, Vermont team will help you choose the right protector for your program's events.

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Hours: By Appointment
2027 Gear is Arriving
Prepping & Tuning Skis All Summer