[Robby Mott]

Hello,  our site is back up and running again!

http://www.ribtect.com

[Robby Mott]

Hello Evan,  NO…….Ribtect is not dead……It is alive and well.

Not sure what is going on with our site…..but will get it up and going right away.

Yes, please contact a retailer like Comet…..or Accleration Karting…..or Fastech Racing……all Ribtect Dealers

Or you can give me a call at 310-487-8938

Robby Mott

Ribtect

 

 

 

 

[Robby Mott]

Hello Walt,  to answer your question about the carbon fiber version…….this version is made with carbon fiber and fiberglass.  We are reinforcing all 4 mounting areas and bottom of seat with carbon fiber.  We are also utilizing the Ribtect “X” pattern in the carbon version…….using uni directional carbon fiber strips.  More information on the “X” pattern can be found here:  http://www.ribtect.com/RibtectSeat_Original.html    The carbon version will ultimately be stronger…….yet still flexible.  The all fiberglass version will have a similar flex and will have the same shape as the carbon version as they all come off the same moulds.

Like Patrick mentioned, you can fine tune the fit of the upper portion of the seat by adjusting the welded struts.  The seat does not have a rolled lip which allows you to squeeze the top of the seat in or out if necessary to get the fit “just right”.

 

 

 

 

[Robby Mott]

Hello Ken,  I have been running a CorsaKart CH14 – made by Haase for about 4 or 5 years now.  I am 6’2″ and about 215 pounds.  Of course I am using a Ribtect carbon fiber seat……and this chassis is always FAST.  I have won races with this chassis at the Florida Winter Tour in Rotax Masters on Mojo tires…….and have won races in SKUSA with a Rok tt and MG tires.  Great chassis for heavier drivers!!

[Robby Mott]

Hello Nick,  I am sorry to hear about your rib pain.  I have broken 9 of my ribs in my 32 years of karting experience and know how much it hurts.

The size XL Ribtect seat is definitely too large for you.  With that being said, if a driver does not fit into one of our sizes or is between sizes……..I feel it is best to go with the larger size and pad the hip area if necessary.  One of the unique features of the Ribtect seats is…….there is no “rolled” lip around the seat like the standard seat designs.  Because the Ribtect seat is flexible……you can squeeze the upper portion of the seat in or out to get the fit “just right”.   This can be done by bending the welded seat struts in or out when mounting the seat.   Also,  a driver can remove the edge molding around the seat and trim the seat for a “custom fit”.

My guess for you Nick…….is a size Medium Large seat.  We make our seats with Carbon fiber/fiberglass………and a cheaper version with gel coat and all fiberglass.  Both models come off the same molds.

A good rib protector is a must…….no matter what seat you are using.

The bottom line……you will need to let your ribs heal.  In the meantime…….a proper fitting seat and a good rib protector is a must.

If you have any questions about sizing……please give me a call directly……and I will be happy to help you out.

Thanks,

Robby Mott

Ribtect

310-487-8938

[Robby Mott]

Hello Sabastian,  you can order a new Ribtect4 now.  The Dealer may not have it in stock yet, but we can drop ship to you right away.

 

Thanks

Robby Mott

Ribtect

[Robby Mott]

Sebastian,  you can call one of our Dealers – see here:

http://www.ribtect.com/Dealer_List.html

They can order for you.

 

[Robby Mott]

Same price as the Ribtect3 – $199

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