Testimonials
Bo Casper, Champion Bareback Rider
“I started wearing a vest after someone recommended I try a Phoenix vest. It is not bulky, and moves with me when I move. The side flaps allow for a custom fit, and it honestly feels like another piece of clothing. Not long ago, I had a horse rear up on me in the chute, and he balled me up and smashed me in the corner. If I wasn’t wearing my vest, I would have been bruised up, and probably had broken ribs. My vest took the brunt of the impact, and I was completely fine.”
Rusty Allen, Champion Saddle Bronc Rider
“I am a firm believer in Phoenix vests. In the 2006 NFR, during the 2nd round, I was stepped on in the back, and instead of facing a possible career-ending injury, I was able to still compete in the next round. I’ve tried other vests and there is no comparison in fit and functionality. It is definitely the least restricting and safest vest on the market.”
Chance Smart (Champion Bull Rider)
“Before 2009, I was very fortunate and blessed regarding injuries. One time I was wearing a competitor vest and got stepped on by a bull. The inside of the vest basically exploded out of itself and provided no protection at all and I was seriously hurt. I now only wear a Phoenix vest. This year while wearing a Phoenix vest, I got hung up on a short-necked bull and caught a horn in the ribcage. Because of Phoenix technology, the impact of the horn was spread out and instead of breaking my ribs, I was just a bit bruised. In Cody, Wyoming, I got knocked out by a bull and the bull stepped all over my chest and back again, phoenix vests technology made it so I was only slightly bruised. Awesome vest, great technology, and a great back up plan for bad circumstances. Phoenix is there to assist me through the hard and potentially serious injuries.”
Dr. Tandy R. Freeman (PBR Medical Director)
“Concussions, strains, sprains, and contusions of the neck and back are the most common injuries sustained by rough stock cowboys. They result largely from the indirect whiplash forces applied to the spine… Acutely, these injuries may hinder performance. Their cumulative effects result in shortened careers, and potentially permanent disability. The use of this type of vest should reduce the frequency and severity of these types of injuries.”
Danielle, Maryland, USA
“Recently, I was competing in a local Western speed show. I was wearing the original Sportage helmet and my recently purchased eventing vest from Tipperary. The vest was an important investment because I have a pacemaker and have had back surgery. While pole bending, my horse made a sharp turn, I lost my balance, and hit the ground. I suffered a broken arm, sprained wrist and a minor concussion. The EMTs told me that if I had not been wearing my vest and helmet, I would have suffered a major head injury as well as a broken collar bone and ribs. I owe everything to my safety gear and I will be soon purchasing a new Sportage helmet to replace the one I damaged. I will never ride without my vest either because it saved me from suffering more injury.”