Back and chest protector with high breathability, optimal fit, and high flexibility. The VPD System Torso is a new chest and back protector focused on high wearing comfort, good ventilation, and protection level. Thanks to its unique design and the materials used, the Torso is a minimalist protector that never hinders the wearer. However, in the event of a fall, it deploys its protective effect with Level 1 due to its 3D-formed VPD material. The Torso is designed to provide versatile protection, whether worn over or under a jersey, and a high level of comfort. The VPD (viscoelastic polymer dough) product line offers extreme shock absorption, which has opened up a completely new approach for Poc in the development of protectors. VPD is highly shock-absorbing, comfortable, and adapts to the body. To create a personalized fit and due to its high level of protection as well as its ability to switch from soft to hard upon impact, you don’t have to choose between safety and flexibility. Many protectors are lightweight but may not be optimal for shock absorption. Some can absorb a shock with good cushioning, but a second impact on the protector transmits a much higher amount of energy to the user, with a third impact transmitting even more, and so on. VPD material maintains the same high absorption rate, which is an important feature for Poc, as they believe that a protector must withstand multiple impacts during a fall and throughout its lifespan.