YUMEYA Posted November 5, 2013 Share Shopping for knee pads.looking to buy knee pads for trail riding. So something especially comfy when pedaling. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G00SE Posted November 5, 2013 Share I have the 661 Rage knee pads, very comfy, even when pushing your bike up a hill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted November 5, 2013 Share I bought myself some of those G-Form knee pads http://ep1.pinkbike.org/p4pb7430039/p4pb7430039.jpg I have yet to actually ride with them (and fall with them) but they feel comfy, light, and breathable. Here's the Pinkbike review. and if you search youtube you'll probably see a ton of clips demonstrting how the foam hardens on impact and absorbs 90% of the energy. But yeah, for trail riding they look like the most comfy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted November 5, 2013 Share 661 Kyle Straits get my vote. I think they're the RAGE ones now... Granted, I haven't used much else, but they never bunched up or cut into the leg, which is a good thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YUMEYA Posted November 5, 2013 Share thanks..Been also looking at the IXS Flow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted November 5, 2013 Share thanks..Been also looking at the IXS Flow. Apparently they are VERY good. Also ones to consider are the POC ones. Couple of guys I know have them, and not only do they look classy but apparently they fit well to boot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted November 5, 2013 Share My trusty old faithfuls are Troy Lee T-Bones. I have done multiple consectutive long days with them. Other than a funky smell, they were great. ut for trail/AM riding, the T-Bones (and similar) will feel hot and bulky). I've heard good things about the Leatt knee guards, as well as the newer TLD KG's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAAHIRWP Posted November 5, 2013 Share I bought myself some of those G-Form knee pads http://ep1.pinkbike.org/p4pb7430039/p4pb7430039.jpg I have yet to actually ride with them (and fall with them) but they feel comfy, light, and breathable. Here's the Pinkbike review. and if you search youtube you'll probably see a ton of clips demonstrting how the foam hardens on impact and absorbs 90% of the energy. But yeah, for trail riding they look like the most comfy Tea lady how much did you pay? and let us know what you think of it when u tried'em out?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicoBoshoff Posted November 5, 2013 Share Tea lady how much did you pay? and let us know what you think of it when u tried'em out?? I got mine for around R650. Went riding on Paarl trails this Sunday and it was faaaaarkin hot. I didn't even notice I was wearing pads. Really light and comfy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capricorn Posted November 5, 2013 Share Mine of choice atm: Troy Lee Designs KG 5450 Knee-Shin Guards http://factoryjackson.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/TLD-5450-1.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted November 5, 2013 Share Tea lady how much did you pay? and let us know what you think of it when u tried'em out??I got mine for around R650. Went riding on Paarl trails this Sunday and it was faaaaarkin hot. I didn't even notice I was wearing pads. Really light and comfy. I paid R600... I would wear them this afternoon, but baggies and FiveTens already give me enough of a bad rep on the spruit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidewinder. Posted November 5, 2013 Share I've got my eye on these http://www.bikeradar.com/mtb/gear/category/protection/knee-pads/product/review-ixs-carve-kneepads-13-47705/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YUMEYA Posted November 5, 2013 Share Mine of choice atm: Troy Lee Designs KG 5450 Knee-Shin Guards http://factoryjackson.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/TLD-5450-1.jpg interested to know how the sizing worked out. Did you follow the size chart to the T? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capricorn Posted November 5, 2013 Share interested to know how the sizing worked out. Did you follow the size chart to the T? pretty much yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YUMEYA Posted November 5, 2013 Share pretty much yes. Have to admit, I had the 5450's in my basket a few times already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super_mil Posted November 5, 2013 Share I was using the 661 Kyle Straights and they were okay for dirt jumping, DH etc, but sucked when it came to pedalling.I'm now using the Leatt 3df knee pads and they are extremely comfortable. Done 30km+ rides in them in warm conditions and I've been very impressed. I haven't had a big fall with them (yet) but they definitely fit better than my 661's and I am pretty confident that they are more likely to stay in the right place in the event of a fall. They are conform to my leg quite well so the edge of the pad does not touch the frame while pedalling. http://26bikes.interbikes.eu/file/24218/1.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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