ALPINESTARS Bionic Neck Support (BNS)TECH Carbon Anthracite/Red/White
L/Xl

Product Description

Engineered to help prevent neck injury & minimize the risk of collateral damage, the Bionic Neck Support (BNS) Tech Carbon is constructed from an advanced carbon polymer for optimized frame strength & lightweight performance. The BNS Tech Carbon functions when the rider’s helmet makes contact with the frame at the moment of a crash, thus providing a clean, solid surface which instantly channels damaging, compressive impact energy away from the neck & on to the BNS. Featuring a host of award-winning design innovations, such as a quick release locking system & a rear stabilizer offering critical protection to the spine, the BNS Tech affords a highly customizable, secure & comfortable fit for all forms of off-road riding.CONSTRUCTION• The BNS Tech is constructed from an advanced, high-performance carbon polymer compound to offer optimized structural integrity & frame strength. BNS Tech provides heavy impact energy diversion capabilities in the event of a crash.• Crucial weight-savings: BNS Tech is 40% lighter than current neck brace versions. The XS/S/M weighs 735 grams.• Extreme temperature resilience: BNS Tech performs at temperatures as low as -4°F (-20°C).• Frame Construction: Evolution of BNS shaping to promote enhanced contact with helmet during impact
- including rear support edge that fits closer to the body, extra width to account for different helmet sizes & raised chest to avoid hyper-flexion injuries.• Quick-release locking: innovative auto-locking BNS closure system for rapid & efficient fitting/removal, which offers highly secure & convenient attachment which can also be quickly opened in case of emergency.• Pivot Key: New ergonomically designed pivot key located at the rear on BNS allows for convenient dismantling.• Padding system: All parts in contact with the body use a compressed EVA foam compound to distribute the impact force over the widest area, yet remain lightweight. A main frame member runs over the shoulders & eliminates weak points in a critical part of the frame to ensure the most efficient load transfer. This minimizes risk of injury & well as offering excellent levels of comfort.SAFETY FEATURES• The Bionic Neck Support (BNS) is an advanced protection device for use primarily in MX & off-road riding. It functions by diverting the impact energies that compress the neck in the event of a crash. When the helmet is in contact with the BNS at the moment of impact the overall load passing through the neck can be reduced, which may prevent a fracture or muscular injuries. The BNS is designed to help prevent catastrophic neck injury & minimize the risk of collateral damage as the impact load is channeled away from the neck.• Strap System: BNS supplied with the X-Strap System which allows a small, light strap worn over or under the jersey to secure the device to the rider.• The BNS Tech incorporates a bio-organic engineering design for superb anatomical performance.• Rear Stabilizer: developed to promote PFR (progressive force relief) & dissipate extreme energy loads by transmitting them across the back & shoulders.• Stabilizer pads are designed to transfer impact stress loads away from spine (thoracic vertebrae).FIT & CUSTOMIZATION• Correct fitment is critical to ensuring the most effective protection possible & riders should choose the equipment that is best suited to their body.• The BNS Tech is designed to provide a highly customizable, secure & personalized fit.• SAS (size adapter system) provides adjustable & versatile BNS fitment in size ranges XS-M & L-XL.• Lycra-laminated foam padding kits: adaptable & interchangeable EVA foam pads (6mm & 10mm) for rear, front & shoulders allow fine-tuning adjustment of BNS to rider's specific needs. It also aids compatibility with other body protection systems.