{"product_id":"2026-ride-engine-defender-hf-impact-vest-v2","title":"2026 Ride Engine Defender HF Impact Vest V2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFoiling is an incredible rush — but when things go wrong, they go wrong fast. The Ride Engine Defender HF Impact Vest V2 is built for kiters, wing foilers, surfers, and windsurfers who take their riding seriously and want serious protection to match. Strategically placed internal impact shells guard your torso against the real hazards of foiling — rogue mast strikes, board noses, and foil tips — without getting in the way of your paddle, your harness, or your session. Whether you're learning to foil or pushing your limits in bigger conditions, the Defender HF has your back (and your front).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's New in V2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUpdated fit optimized specifically for foil-style riding across kite, wing, surf, and windsurf disciplines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRefined padding placement for better integration under a kite or windsurf harness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInternal impact-shell zones repositioned to better cover high-risk strike areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAvailable in High Visibility Yellow for improved on-water visibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInternal impact-shell technology in high-risk zones — protects against foil and board strikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLow-profile design — sits cleanly under a harness without bulk or restriction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUnrestricted paddle movement — won't limit your arms when getting up or recovering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eYKK heavy-duty front zip — durable, reliable entry every session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFits all foil disciplines — kite, wing, surf, windsurf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAvailable in Black and High Visibility Yellow (S–XL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RIDE ENGINE","offers":[{"title":"S \/ black","offer_id":53210058752322,"sku":"3260540021","price":169.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M \/ black","offer_id":53210058785090,"sku":"3260540023","price":169.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L \/ black","offer_id":53210058817858,"sku":"3260540025","price":169.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL \/ black","offer_id":53210058850626,"sku":"3260540027","price":169.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2073\/5535\/files\/REDefenderV3blackfront.webp?v=1778684984","url":"https:\/\/forcekiteandwake.com\/products\/2026-ride-engine-defender-hf-impact-vest-v2","provider":"Force Kiteboarding","version":"1.0","type":"link"}