Kidney Belts.

[speed20]

Kidney belts are supposed to fit firmly correct???? if they just slide on i dont see how it would help.

[Ace Mon]

Yes you are correct . Most have elastic and velcro .

[SoCalDesertRider]

They wrap around u and its up to u to make it tight. They do help with the jarring. I wear it most of the times I ride. I think it will give a little added protection of the lower spine in a crash too.

[200Xtreme]

Yes they should fit very snug!! There is a vast range of quality/protection available. I sure feel better after a long ride with mine on.

[roofinggun]

I am not sure if the kidney belts are the same a the back belts made for lifting, but in graduate school we went over studies on them and they can tear up your guts.

[speed20]

Roofinggun, So its kind of like what the ladies used to wear back in the day....Corsets i believe??? the things they used to tighten up to tighten their stomachs....

[roofinggun]

That would be funny to see a 225 pound guy hauling ass down a trail with boots, pants, and one of those corsets over a t-shirt. But some studies showed problems with kidneys and urinary tract when used while lifting, not sure if riding would be the same effect.

[Doc86R]

Any belt recommendations? the axo looks kinda small - is it more comfortable?

[speed20]

Doc86R, I have the Oneal Matrix Kidney belt and couldnt be happier!!!!! great belt and very comfortable