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Post by andywatson on Nov 21, 2014 18:49:07 GMT
Gentlemen, following my minor "off" today I've decided to get some knee and elbow protection.
I've followed the link given on here to the Start Cycles sale and fancy some of these 661 EVO jobbies.
startcycles.co.uk/sale/661-evo-mtb-knee-pads-6862-05.html
I'll also be looking up the Troy Lee ones recommended by MZ.
Your comments and opinions are welcome. TIA |
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Post by marsbarman on Nov 21, 2014 18:52:44 GMT
Nukeproof ones for me. Saved my kneecaps a few times.
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Post by notsarkyadam on Nov 21, 2014 18:53:09 GMT
Can't say I've ever felt the need to use them..but supposedly the Troy Lee ones are very good!..
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Post by marsbarman on Nov 21, 2014 19:00:49 GMT
To be honest, the riding I usually do doesn't really 'need' them per se, but I know for a fact that the day I don't is the day I'll end up in a wheelchair for 3 months.
Less about making myself look cool, more about minimising the potential damage done and minimising the risk, it is a dangerous sport but that doesn't mean the padding isn't needed.
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Post by step on Nov 21, 2014 19:16:52 GMT
I usually have some fox launch ones on. Really like the fit on them an forget im wearing them
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Post by glynnsixo on Nov 21, 2014 19:19:52 GMT
troy lee kg5450 knee and shin for me.still doing well after approx. 3 years.just have to make sure you get right size as theres no adjustment on them
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Post by Jimbo on Nov 21, 2014 19:29:36 GMT
Nukeproof ones for me. Saved my kneecaps a few times. Me too |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 21, 2014 19:49:40 GMT
troy lee kg5450 knee and shin for me.still doing well after approx. 3 years.just have to make sure you get right size as theres no adjustment on them Yes, meant to say that to you today Andy...the TLD's are really good as long as you get the right size as there is no adjustment, but to me that's the winner - no poxy straps or tabs just a bit of stretch lycra at the back of the knee which believe you me is a bloody Godsend in the summer! Great pads. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 21, 2014 20:00:58 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Nov 21, 2014 20:03:08 GMT
You'll be after a mudguard next...
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Post by andywatson on Nov 21, 2014 20:22:33 GMT
You'll be after a mudguard next... And wimmins underwear. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 21, 2014 20:22:52 GMT
You'll be after a mudguard next... And wimmins underwear. Ask Mr Zulu.. I'm sure he'll have spare  |
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Post by bettyswollox on Nov 22, 2014 15:03:13 GMT
The EVO ones are mint..,...but they stretch once they've been washed!!!
So i'd recommend getting a smaller size.
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Post by bettyswollox on Nov 22, 2014 15:04:21 GMT
I was absolutely wounded cos my evo ones fit so comfy but then they just stretch and slip down your legs
using IXS carve ones atm and they're the best pads i've had (bearing in mind I have had fox ones, troy lee ones, sweet protection and 661)
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Post by Deleted on Nov 22, 2014 17:57:35 GMT
I use race face one , seem ok most the times , just becareful as they can rub ya shins ...
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Post by bettyswollox on Nov 22, 2014 17:58:34 GMT
I use race face one , seem ok most the times , just becareful as they can rub ya shins ... use some body glide/chamois cream etc |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 22, 2014 18:05:30 GMT
I use race face one , seem ok most the times , just becareful as they can rub ya shins ... use some body glide/chamois cream etc I'll give that a go bud , last week my shins were a right mess  |
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Post by bettyswollox on Nov 22, 2014 18:07:21 GMT
works for me
put it on me feet when I go running/play footy cos I kept getting blisters on me feet
Problem solved.
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Post by bettyswollox on Nov 22, 2014 18:36:06 GMT
And probably once i've tried them will still prefer the NP ones. LOL. I did try about a dozen sets before settling on the NP ones. My usual CRC trick  Everyone does that lol  Most of the time I have the stuff returned before the money has even left my paypal!!! |
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Post by rachelizzabeth on Nov 22, 2014 18:49:17 GMT
I had same problem as Betty with 661 slipping after being washed! Have had Knox Armour ones for the season now and they are amazing. They are, by coincidence, a local based Lake District company, Cockermouth, and sponsor the Scottish downhill series. Not cheap but amazing quality and style.
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Post by Nelly on Nov 22, 2014 18:55:25 GMT
I use IXS knee, Evo I think they are called. Will never wear elbow pads.
I've had so many crashes over the years, (4 broken bones in 5 months this year) motorcycle style high sides and low sides, OTB a couple of times and off the back, never once hit my elbow
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Post by Chopper on Nov 22, 2014 23:19:26 GMT
troy lee kg5450 knee and shin for me.still doing well after approx. 3 years.just have to make sure you get right size as theres no adjustment on them Ditto |
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Post by bettyswollox on Nov 23, 2014 7:14:41 GMT
I had same problem as Betty with 661 slipping after being washed! Have had Knox Armour ones for the season now and they are amazing. They are, by coincidence, a local based Lake District company, Cockermouth, and sponsor the Scottish downhill series. Not cheap but amazing quality and style. I didnt realise knox were a UK company!!!!!!!! |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 23, 2014 7:40:43 GMT
I had same problem as Betty with 661 slipping after being washed! Have had Knox Armour ones for the season now and they are amazing. They are, by coincidence, a local based Lake District company, Cockermouth, and sponsor the Scottish downhill series. Not cheap but amazing quality and style. I didnt realise knox were a UK company!!!!!!!! Knox sponsor a couple of local riders down here! I know one of them fairly well and he loves the pads. He's the sort that wouldn't use them off he didn't like them, sponsored or not. |
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Post by notsarkyadam on Nov 23, 2014 8:14:18 GMT
Could do with elbow pads... Particularly for my bad left elbow. Might stop me catching it...
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