Fitting Rib Shirts: A Guide to Football Rib Protection

Learn how to custom fit your Gel-to-Shell Performance Rib Shirt – elite football rib protection.

EvoShield Performance Rib Shirts deliver premium lightweight rib protection with Gel-to-Shell Technology, an innovative material that starts flexible out of the package, then molds into a hard shield in a matter of minutes for a custom fit. Perfect for football players and other athletes in competitive contact sports, the form-fitting EvoShield performance rib shirt includes a pair of Gel-to-Shell shields that fit inside integrated shirt pockets. These shirts with Gel-to-Shell shields offer a contoured fit, an undetectable feel and unparalleled football rib protection, so quarterbacks can step up in the pocket with confidence.

It is critical to properly fit your Performance Rib Shirt. Ill-fitting gear can result in discomfort on the field and lead to potential injury if part of your body is exposed. Performance Rib Shirts hug close to your body and are available in adult sizes from small to 2XL and youth sizes from small to large. Before molding your Gel-to-Shell shields, try on your rib shirt to ensure a proper fit.

Protective Rib Shirt Size Chart

When fitting the protective Performance Rib Shirt, ensure you have your shirt and both protective shields. Schedule at least 30 minutes to complete the fitting process, and do not open the foil pack for your Gel-to-Shell rib shirt shields until you are ready to begin. When completing the fitting process, follow these steps.

Fitting the Football Rib Protection

1. Put on your rib shirt. You will mold the protective shields while wearing the shirt.
2. Rip it. Open the foil pack and remove your rib shirt shields. Gel-to-Shell Technology is air-activated. It will be flexible right out of the package before gradually hardening into a custom-fitting shield.

3. Fit it. Insert shields into interior shirt pockets.
4. Smooth out your rib shields. Form the shields to your natural body shape.

5. Allow the guards to harden for 30 minutes. For a true custom fit, remain standing and limit your movement.
6. Wear it. After at least 30 minutes, your Performance Rib Shirt is ready for action. For best results, allow the protective Gel-to-Shell shields to sit and cure overnight before first use after fitting.

For more information on how to properly size your protective gear, check out our guide to fitting elbow guards and fitting leg guards.