# Stab-Proof Sports Vests The Protektorvest Will Keep You Safe for World Cup By Michael Hines | Published 2010-01-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-protektorvest References: [totalprosports](http://www.totalprosports.com/more/soccer/world-cup-stab-proof-vests-on-sale-now-no-joke/) & [protektorvest](http://www.protektorvest.com/) If soccer hooligans are anything like Oakland Raiders fans, then the Protektorvest is a must have for the 2010 World Cup. This vest is [stab-proof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shielding-jacket) and fan friendly. The Protektorvest can be customized to any fan's liking. Simply pick your [favorite country](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-kit-collection) and you have an [instant jersey](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshall-islands-soccer-federation) that can also save your life. The makers of the Protektorvest even offer shipping to your hotel in Pretoria or Johannesburg, South Africa. If you have to show your national pride but fear the knife-shaped repercussions that may follow, then the Protektorvest is for you. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Stab-proof Sports Vests:** The creation of protective garments for sports highlights the need for safety measures in public gatherings. - **Customized Protective Gear:** Personalized protective gear offers not only safety benefits but also a sense of identity and group unity. - **Fan-friendly Protection:** Incorporating safety features into fan apparel can increase overall safety at public events. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sports Equipment:** The sports equipment industry could explore the creation of protective gear as a way to market to safety-conscious individuals. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands have the opportunity to incorporate safety features into clothing to appeal to consumers seeking both style and protection. - **Event Management:** Event management companies could invest in protective garments for staff and attendees to increase safety and prevent incidents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beer-Proof Ponchos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pint-cho.md) - [UV-Blocking Promotional Jerseys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upf40-football-jerseys.md) - [Winter Sport Survivalist Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/db-snow-pro-vest.md) - [Camera-Equipped Exercise Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-urban-eyes-vest.md) - [Temperature-Sensing Soccer Jerseys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coors-light-chill-jersey.md) - [Cooling Hand-Made Scarves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soccer-scarf-1.md) - [Limited-Edition Black Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/off-season-x-nfl.md) - [Violence-Combating Football Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-more-red.md) - [Lifesaving Swimming Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swimming-vest.md)