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Kart rib protectors: the best FIA models for your safety

Kart rib protectors: the best FIA models for your safety

The rib protector is vital in karting to protect the driver from impacts and stress. FIA 8870-2018 homologation has made specific devices mandatory, stimulating innovation. Brands such as Alpinestars, Bengio, OMP, Stilo, Tillett, IMAF and Sparco offer advanced solutions. These rib protectors use materials such as carbon fiber and ergonomic designs to ensure safety, lightness, comfort and fit. This guide explores the best models to maximize safety and performance.

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First Analysis

AK-1 Kart Body Protector: the first Alpinestars FIA 8870-2018 homologated rib protector

For intermediate and expert

08 Jun 2024

1 2 38 4

First Analysis

P1 defender, the Tillett rib protector - super thin - FIA approved that is based on comfort

For intermediate and expert

29 Sep 2022

29 5

First Analysis

AF74, the FIA 8870-2018 approved IMAF rib protector sewn on the driver (and on the seat of the kart)

For intermediate and expert

26 Aug 2022

27 2

First Analysis

Sparco K-TRACK Protector: the rib protector - flexible - FIA approved

For intermediate and expert

27 Jul 2022

15 5

Must Have

What PRO drivers use: the rib guards

For all

15 Jun 2022

4 7

True or False

7 frequently asked questions (and 7 answers) about rib protectors

For rookie and intermediate

11 Jul 2021

8 13

First Analysis

AB7, the Bengio HST rib protector that conforms to the new FIA safety regulations

For intermediate and expert

03 Apr 2021

29 6

Tech Focus

KS-1 PRO, the new FIA approved OMP rib protector

For intermediate and expert

20 Dec 2020

9 71 2

Expert Advice

Tricks and advice for the correct use of the rib protector

For rookie and intermediate

26 Nov 2019

16 4 1

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