Helite Turtle 1 Airvest: Key Features CE certified airbag which is fully inflated in less than 0.094 seconds Unique design: SASTEC 1621 Level 2 back protector placed on the outside of the air bag. Inner textile 3D mesh to maintain good air circulation. Vest-style body-worn protective air bag system. Adjustable fastenings. Comfortable, light & allows a full range of body movement. High performance and durable sports fabric. Multi directional triggering system. Shower proof & suitable for use over any type of garment including race suits. Also available in High Viz with reflective tape for maximum road visibility. Range of sizes available: XS, S, M, L, XL (60cc compatible) LL, XLL (100cc compatible) What does my Airvest come with? Each Helite Turtle 1 Airvest comes fully equipped and ready to use. Included in the price is: 1 x Helite Turtle 1 Airvest 1 x CO2 Canister (size dependant) 1 x Motorcycle Lanyard or Equestrian Lanyard & Saddle Strap Helite Turtle 1: Technology Efficient Force Distribution 4 x MORE EFFECTIVE THAN A NORMAL AIRBAG Due to the placement of the back protector on the outside of the airbag this results in the energy from an impact being dispersed effectively & evenly. Tests from the external laboratory CRITT Sport have shown that the force distribution is 4 times more effective than with a regular airbag of the same size and the same shape. Comfortable & Versatile: Breathable fabrics used which provide good circulation and moisture management. Easily adjustable fastenings. Very light and flexible with unrestricted movement. A wide range of colours, sizes and styles available. The body-worn air bag products are suitable for multiple sports, activities and disciplines. Advanced Safety & Protection: All products exceed PR EN1621 level 4 safety standards. Unique air bag design and installation provides optimal coverage of the vital organs and skeletal structures. Provides enhanced protection specifically to the neck, thorax, spine, abdomen and pelvic region. The large surface area of the air bag absorbs the impact and disperses energy safely. Optimal Protection: A high-quality back protector is placed over the airbag as a rigid outer material, like a turtle shell, so that the whole back is protected in case of a fall. The composition of the TURTLE airbags can be compared with the composition of a helmet: there is a rigid outer material (protector) and a softer material (airbag) that absorbs the shock. The biggest advantage of the TURTLE is that it also protects the rider from intruding objects like a guard rail, a branch or a piece of a motorcycle. Optimal Spinal Stability: The inflated air bag ensures efficient spinal alignment. Providing support and rigidity minimises damage to the spinal cord that can be caused by hyper flexion or extension. The inflation of the air bag at the cervical (neck) region provides support to the head, delaying the head strike and reducing whiplash or traumatic brain injuries. Superior Back Protection: The rigid SASTEC level 2 back protector when placed outside the airbag is capable of delivering 50 times less transmitted force and therefore trauma to the spine in most accidents. Due to the position of the back protector when the airbag is inflated, a much larger area of the spine is covered. Reusable: Providing the product is correctly serviced and well maintained the air jacket components are reusable. The CO2 gas canister is the only item which requires replacement following inflation. CE Certification & Warranty CE certified airbag: All our airbags are certified by the ALIENOR CERTIFICATION laboratory, a recognised organisation that checks and approves personal protective equipment (PPE) for horse riders and motorcyclists. Guarantee: All Helite airbags come with a 2 year warranty as standard. You can extend this if you register your airbag within 3 months of purchase and have it serviced by us at the end of the first two years. This will give you an additional two years of warranty of the airbag. (Airbag Component Only – Encapsulating Jackets, Vests, Outers and Backpacks come With A Standard 1 Year Warranty). In order to satisfy any of the warranties you must retain proof of purchase (e.g. invoice/receipt) and also proof that your airvest or jacket has been serviced as a minimum of every 2 years.
