i doubt armour would have helped barel, hill, or fairclough.
but a kneck-brace would have helped Dan Atherton.
Agreed, except Dan would have to have been wearing a full face helmet too – unlikely on dirt jumps.
Personally, I think DH is better than it’s ever been – the mix of riders and their different personalities, nationalities, backgrounds and riding styles makes it one of the most interesting sports around, especially with the limits they’re taking it to now.
And yes – Peaty is a proper legend; over 15 years at the top, and through so much change and progression in the sport.