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When it comes to protective gear, most players just want to know that it works. But at CHAMP, we think it’s important you know how it works too. Because behind every headguard, chest pad, and vest we make is a stack of science, research, and intentional design that helps you stay safer on the field. This isn’t bulky padding thrown together for looks. It’s performance-built gear that’s engineered to absorb, disperse, and most importantly, protect where it counts.
Let’s break it down.
In high-contact sports, force gets transferred in a split second. Whether it's a full-body tackle, a knock to the head, or an accidental shoulder to the ribs, your gear needs to be ready. That’s where our high-resilience, closed-cell EVA foam comes in. This advanced material is a game-changer in modern impact gear. Unlike cheap foams that flatten and stay flat, it holds its shape, so it can disperse the energy of a hit, then rebound back into shape to keep protecting you all game long. Instead of the shock travelling through your body, the foam absorbs and spreads that force across a wider area, softening the blow and helping to prevent injury.
Let’s be honest. Not all gear does what it should. Plenty of brands skip the good stuff and use low-grade materials that won’t hold up when it matters most. If your protective gear isn’t absorbing shock, distributing pressure, and staying in place, then it’s not really protecting you.
More than just padding
Proper protection isn’t just about stopping the big hits. It’s also about making sure your gear works with you, not against you. That’s why all CHAMP gear is built using multi-panel ergonomic construction. This means every piece is designed to move with your body, hugging your shape rather than getting in the way. No shifting, no chafing, no restriction to your movement. Just reliable gear that lets you play your game.
Our CHAMP C1 Guard-Vest is unisex and field-tested across a wide range of body types to make sure it protects without compromising comfort. Lightweight yet tough, it protects the chest and ribs from direct contact and can be worn under a jersey or kit without bulk.
For young athletes, our C1 Full Guard Youth vest takes things further with six strategically placed zones of high-density EVA foam layered across the shoulders, sternum, and ribs. The goal is to protect kids without weighing them down or holding them back.
Why it matters
At CHAMP, our gear isn’t just made to meet standards. It’s built to give athletes confidence, keep them playing longer, and help reduce the risk of serious injuries that could mean a trip to hospital, weeks of recovery, or worse.
We’ve done the research, so all you have to do is suit up, play smart, and let CHAMP do what it was built to do. Whether you're stepping up in rugby, AFL, MMA, or boxing, the right gear is your first line of defence. And knowing your gear has your back? That’s a winning edge.