Hi, not the happiest story, but out of adversity sometimes comes the reason why it is wise to purchase quality garments. I recently went over a car that turned in front of me and had me hit the road at approx 45kph. The result was a written-off bike, severe bruising to the right-hand side of my body, and various facial fractures. My knicks, vest and winter top were not damaged at all, amazing considering the extreme bruising to my body and lacerations on my elbow. The gear is back in the kit bag for another ride, whereas I am on the mend and on the sidelines for a little while longer.