Rib injuries can sideline you for months—and most karting drivers don't realize how easily they happen until it's too late. Alessio breaks down exactly why karts are so brutal on your ribs (2.5 G forces slamming you into a rigid resin seat), why even beginners should never get on track without a rib protector, and what separates a €400 Bengio from a €1,000 custom-molded Tillet. You'll learn how seat fit and curb usage directly impact your injury risk, the early warning signs you shouldn't ignore, and why this single piece of gear might be more important than anything you own after your helmet.

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