Irb approved theres plenty of protection and a lightweight feel to optimums origin long rugby body armourwhen it comes to making and taking the hits 10mm eva padding on the shoulders is joined by 5mm pads across the biceps and sternum so youre well covered these pads are also removable should you wish to customise your protection as well as remove for cleaningshort sleeve and full length in body the lightweight snug fit of the body armour ensures that the padding stays securely in plac