---
product_id: 1778601
title: "Heart-Gard Chest Protection with Straps, Black"
brand: "markwort"
price: "$56"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Markwort"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/1778601-heart-gard-chest-protection-with-straps-black
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
---

# One size fits up to 120 lbs Lightweight & non-restrictive fit High-density impact absorption Heart-Gard Chest Protection with Straps, Black

**Brand:** markwort
**Price:** $56
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖤 Protect your heart, play fearless.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Heart-Gard Chest Protection with Straps, Black by markwort
- **How much does it cost?** $56 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/1778601-heart-gard-chest-protection-with-straps-black)

## Best For

- markwort enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted markwort brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Impact-Deflecting Armor:** High-density polyethylene dome absorbs and redirects impact energy away from the heart for ultimate safety.
- • **Invisible Under Uniform:** Sleek, low-profile design fits discreetly under your jersey without restricting movement or comfort.
- • **Adjustable Straps for Perfect Fit:** Customizable straps ensure a secure, comfortable fit for youth athletes up to 120 lbs.
- • **Lightweight Comfort You’ll Forget:** Engineered to be so light, your player won’t even notice it’s there—focus on the game, not the gear.
- • **Trusted Protection for Peace of Mind:** Recommended by parents and coaches to guard against serious heart injuries like commotio cordis.

## Overview

The Markwort Heart-Gard Chest Protection features a tough, high-density polyethylene dome designed to absorb and deflect impact energy away from the heart. Its lightweight, low-profile design fits discreetly under uniforms without restricting movement, making it ideal for youth athletes up to 120 lbs. Adjustable straps provide a secure, comfortable fit, offering trusted protection against serious chest injuries during baseball and softball games.

## Description

desertcart.com : Markwort Heart-Gard Chest Protection with Straps, Black : Catchers Baseball Chest Protectors : Sports & Outdoors

Review: Good heart protector - I bought this for our ten-year old son after reading about one or two youths who suffered serious heart injuries from baseballs to the chest. Apparently the chest bone is not yet firm enough at this young age to protect the heart from a direct hit by a baseball in the middle of the chest. If a child's league has a defibrillator available with a trained operator, that is excellent. But I don't think that our league provides defibrillators, and I wanted at least to protect our son, even if I cannot be sure that all of the boys on his team are protected. After my explanation our son willingly agreed to wear the protector during games. He also wears it at practices when we remember to bring it. It fits easily under his team t-shirt (between his undershirt and the team t-shirt). The black strap behind the neck was visible at first, but we have pinned his team t-shirt in the back of the neck to make the neck opening smaller, so the strap is no longer visible when he wears the protector, and the protector itself is not noticable under the team t-shirt. Our son says the protector is comfortable and he seems to be happy with the protection, as are his mother and me.
Review: Great product! - I bought this for my little league softball team, just making sure my pitcher was safe from commotio cordis. The straps are very easy to adjust, it's lightweight so my pitcher didn't even feel it on her and the straps did not restrict any of her movement. The heart protector itself is strong and durable and I felt confident she would be safe wearing it.

## Features

- Heart-Gard is a tough, high density polyethyleme dome
- Absorbs impact energy and forces it away from the heart
- When worn under the uniform, it is virtually invisible and does not restrict movement
- One size fits all up to 120lbs

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000TNLZZ2 |
| Age Range (Description) | Youth |
| Best Sellers Rank | #328,479 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #168 in Baseball & Softball Catcher Chest Protectors |
| Brand Name | Markwort |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (239) |
| Date First Available | September 29, 2009 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00016562169024 |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 0.08 x 0.06 x 0.03 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 9.41 x 7.4 x 1.14 inches |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 0.08 x 0.06 x 0.03 inches |
| Manufacturer | Markwort |
| Package Weight | 0.15 Kilograms |
| Part Number | HGCS |
| Size | One Size |
| Strap Type | Adjustable |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| UPC | 751738468517 786217001015 016562169024 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Markwort
- **Color:** Black
- **Item Weight:** 0.33 Pounds
- **Material:** Polyethylene (PE)
- **Sport:** Baseball

## Images

![Heart-Gard Chest Protection with Straps, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91DdHsjNH+L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I am looking to purchase for little league teams ages 4-7 will this fit kids that small?**
A: Not sure about age 4 but my daughter has been using this from around 5 and a half years old with no problems. She is average size for her age. She turns 8 this month and will continue to use it.

**Q: Will this fit an adult?**
A: my 13 year old daughter uses it, it might fit a smaller frame adult. not sure.

**Q: Is this youth or adult?**
A: Hi, this is Youth size.  Thanks!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good heart protector
*by B***6 on December 28, 2012*

I bought this for our ten-year old son after reading about one or two youths who suffered serious heart injuries from baseballs to the chest. Apparently the chest bone is not yet firm enough at this young age to protect the heart from a direct hit by a baseball in the middle of the chest. If a child's league has a defibrillator available with a trained operator, that is excellent. But I don't think that our league provides defibrillators, and I wanted at least to protect our son, even if I cannot be sure that all of the boys on his team are protected. After my explanation our son willingly agreed to wear the protector during games. He also wears it at practices when we remember to bring it. It fits easily under his team t-shirt (between his undershirt and the team t-shirt). The black strap behind the neck was visible at first, but we have pinned his team t-shirt in the back of the neck to make the neck opening smaller, so the strap is no longer visible when he wears the protector, and the protector itself is not noticable under the team t-shirt. Our son says the protector is comfortable and he seems to be happy with the protection, as are his mother and me.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product!
*by W***C on June 29, 2022*

I bought this for my little league softball team, just making sure my pitcher was safe from commotio cordis. The straps are very easy to adjust, it's lightweight so my pitcher didn't even feel it on her and the straps did not restrict any of her movement. The heart protector itself is strong and durable and I felt confident she would be safe wearing it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cost effective and does the job
*by D***Y on June 22, 2025*

The straps are a tick generic but priced right.

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-02-15*