The Leatt Timeline & Accolades
Leatt revolutionized rider safety with the development of the neck brace in 2001.
In 2004, Dr. Chris Leatt sells the first Leatt Neck Brace in South Africa.
After establishing the Leatt company in 2004, the first sales of the Leatt Neck Brace begain in the USA in 2006.
BTO Sports is proud to have been one of the first online stores to be selling the braces [like hotcakes] in 2007. The Leatt Brace gracing the cover of Racer X Illustrated & the support of motocross legend David Bailey propelled the product forward in a way that few have seen in the world of motorsports.
Since 2010 and beyond, Leatt has been producing and selling top quality protection products from head to toe - now solidified as a leader in the space of head-to-toe motorsports protective gear.
We Get Why You Do What You Do
"For the past 20 years, it's been incredibly rewarding to know our passion and products have revolved around saving lives." - Dr. Chris Leatt
The Leatt brand is dedicated to creating cutting-edge protective gear for motocross and off-road enthusiasts. Their current range includes helmets, body armor, and braces, designed to safeguard riders without compromising performance or comfort - or style.
In the pursuit of constant innovation, Leatt created The Leatt Lab in Cape Town, South Africa. This is Leatt's home of research and development. In The Lab, Dr. Leatt and his team of engineers and designers continuously conceptualize and test new products & consistently striving to improve existing products even further.
Some Top Product Categories Leatt is Known For:
- Leatt Neck Braces
- Leatt Knee Braces
- Leatt Helmets
- Leatt Goggles
- Leatt Jersey / Pant Combos
- Leatt Motocross Boots