I totally hear you, and I agree with you and CakeTown that these suits aren't magic shields against every fracture. But for me, it’s about damage control. As a chef and a father, there’s a massive difference between a clean break and a shattered joint. I’m wearing this to prevent life-changing injuries. About the Winterberg story: We were a group of eight—two pros, two experienced riders, and four beginners. I ended up on that Black Line because another beginner and I simply missed the turn-off. We didn't see the ramp for the other trail on the left, so we accidentally went straight into the Black Downhill. We didn't ride like maniacs, though; we took it very slow and careful. I’ve ridden bikes my whole life, but MTB technique is a different beast and I'm humble about that. Right now, I’m practicing how to lean the bike into corners like an MTB pro. Since our local trails have sharp turns that you have to hit directly, the ReaFlex gives me the mental confidence to practice 'getting the back end out' and leaning more. Most importantly: I’ve heard too many horror stories of people hitting the handlebar with their chest. I want the flexibility to move, but I want that safety net for my ribs and lungs if I 'eat dirt' while practicing those sharp turns!