{"product_id":"stilo-carbon-curva-tek-fia-8870-kart-rib-protector","title":"Stilo Carbon Curva TEK FIA 8870 Kart Rib Protector","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Stilo Carbon Curva TEK FIA 8870 Kart Rib Protector\",\n  \"brand\": {\"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Stilo\"},\n  \"description\": \"FIA 8870-rated carbon fibre kart rib protector. 7 sizes XS–XL. Genuine Stilo stock sourced directly through Stilo's supply chain. Ships NZ \u0026 AU from Harris Race Radios.\",\n  \"mpn\": \"AS0003\",\n  \"offers\": {\n    \"@type\": \"AggregateOffer\",\n    \"lowPrice\": \"925.00\",\n    \"highPrice\": \"925.00\",\n    \"priceCurrency\": \"NZD\",\n    \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\",\n    \"seller\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Harris Race Radios\"}\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What sizes does the Stilo Carbon Curva TEK FIA 8870 come in?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The Carbon Curva TEK is available in 7 sizes: XS, S, S+, M, L, L+, and XL. Measure your chest circumference in centimetres and refer to the size guide on this page to select the correct size.\"}\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What does FIA 8870 approval mean for a rib protector?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"FIA 8870 is the international homologation standard for kart rib protectors. A rib protector carrying FIA 8870 approval has been independently tested and certified to meet defined impact absorption and construction requirements. Many competitive karting series in NZ and AU require or strongly recommend FIA 8870-rated protection.\"}\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How does the Carbon Curva TEK differ from the standard Carbon Curva?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The Carbon Curva TEK (AS0003) carries FIA 8870 homologation, making it suitable for series that require certified rib protection. It also offers a wider size range (XS through XL, 7 sizes) compared to the standard Carbon Curva (AS0001, S\/M\/L). Both use full carbon fibre construction with Stilo's Curva anatomical profile.\"}\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is the Carbon Curva TEK required for karting in NZ and AU?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Requirements vary by series and club. FIA 8870-rated rib protectors are required or strongly recommended in many competitive karting classes. Always confirm your event's specific requirements with your organiser before purchasing. Contact Aaron Harris on +64274499654 or aaron@harriscomms.co.nz for advice.\"}\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How do I choose the right size?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Measure your chest circumference in centimetres around the widest part of your chest. Refer to the size guide on this page. If you are between sizes, contact Aaron Harris on +64274499654 or aaron@harriscomms.co.nz for fitting advice.\"}\n    }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen your series demands certified protection, the \u003cstrong\u003eStilo Carbon Curva TEK FIA 8870 Kart Rib Protector\u003c\/strong\u003e is the answer. Built on the same full carbon fibre Curva platform trusted by kart racers worldwide, the TEK adds FIA 8870 homologation — the international standard for kart rib protection — in a wider size range than any other Stilo rib protector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeven sizes from XS to XL mean there is a properly fitted Carbon Curva TEK for every driver on the grid, from junior racers stepping up to senior competition through to larger adult drivers who have struggled to find a carbon rib protector that actually fits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Carbon Curva TEK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFIA 8870 homologated\u003c\/strong\u003e — meets the international standard for kart rib protection; required by many competitive series in NZ and AU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull carbon fibre construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum rigidity and impact resistance at minimum weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurva anatomical profile\u003c\/strong\u003e — shaped to the natural curve of the ribcage for a close, secure fit that stays in position under race conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7 sizes XS–XL\u003c\/strong\u003e — the widest size range of any Stilo kart rib protector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKart-specific design\u003c\/strong\u003e — engineered for the seated, low-profile position of kart racing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStilo engineering\u003c\/strong\u003e — from the brand trusted by professional racing drivers worldwide for helmets and safety equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCarbon Curva TEK vs Carbon Curva — Which One?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCarbon Curva TEK (AS0003)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCarbon Curva (AS0001)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFIA 8870 approval\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓ Yes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✗ No\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull carbon fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull carbon fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurva (anatomical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurva (anatomical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXS, S, S+, M, L, L+, XL (7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS, M, L (3)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice (NZD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$925\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$625\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries requiring FIA 8870 \/ wider size range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClub racing \/ recreational karting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which is right for you? See the \u003ca title=\"Stilo Carbon Curva Kart Rib Protector\" href=\"\/products\/stilo-carbon-curva-kart-rib-protector\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStilo Carbon Curva (AS0001)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or contact Aaron Harris for advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHomologation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFIA 8870\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShell material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull carbon fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurva (anatomical curved profile)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKart racing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItaly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAS0003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure your chest circumference in centimetres around the widest part of your chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAS0003XS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAS0003S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAS0003S+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAS0003M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAS0003L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAS0003L+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAS0003XL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure of your size? Contact Aaron Harris on +64274499654 or aaron@harriscomms.co.nz for fitting advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does the Carbon Curva TEK come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eXS, S, S+, M, L, L+, and XL — 7 sizes covering the full range from junior to large adult. Measure your chest circumference in centimetres and refer to the size guide above.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does FIA 8870 approval mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eFIA 8870 is the international homologation standard for kart rib protectors. It means the protector has been independently tested and certified to meet defined impact absorption requirements. Required by many competitive karting series in NZ and AU.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the TEK differ from the standard Carbon Curva?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe TEK (AS0003) adds FIA 8870 homologation and a wider 7-size range (XS–XL). The standard Carbon Curva (AS0001) comes in S\/M\/L only and is not FIA 8870 rated. Both use full carbon fibre Curva construction.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this required for karting in NZ and AU?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eRequirements vary by series and club. FIA 8870 is required or strongly recommended in many competitive classes. Always confirm with your organiser. Contact Aaron Harris for advice: +64274499654 | aaron@harriscomms.co.nz.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I choose the right size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eMeasure your chest circumference in centimetres. If between sizes, contact Aaron Harris on +64274499654 or aaron@harriscomms.co.nz for fitting advice.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll products are genuine Stilo stock sourced directly through Stilo's supply chain, covered by Stilo's manufacturer warranty, and dispatched fast across NZ and AU from Harris Race Radios — NZ \u0026amp; AU's most experienced Stilo specialist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Harris Race Radios?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRex Harris — qualified Radio Telecommunications Engineer, Approved Radio Certifier (NZ RSM and AU ACMA), and motorsport specialist since 1975 starting at the Marlboro Series Grand Prix — built one of Australasia's most respected motorsport businesses from the ground up. 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