AXO TMPK DH Knee Guard: Review
by Tyler Maine
Oct 29, 2006
There comes a time when you realize that you’re shins are in need of some R&R after you feel the dents, or touch a certain spot and not be able to feel it because of nerve damage. We all know mistakes happen no matter where we’re riding. It’s always nice to have something there to keep your knees and shins protected.
I was really in need of some new pads. After not owning a pair for quite a while, I wasn’t really to sure what would be a good set of pads for me. I was lucky enough to get a chance to try out a pair of AXO DH Pads.
I was really in need of some new pads. After not owning a pair for quite a while, I wasn’t really to sure what would be a good set of pads for me. I was lucky enough to get a chance to try out a pair of AXO DH Pads.
STATS:
Company: AXO Pads
Make: AXO DH Pads
Size: Large
I received the AXO pads the evening before we were going to have a huge session at the jumps the next day. I was really surprised how burly these pads are, but at the same time, super light weight, and slim looking. The knee has a hinge on both sides so the knee protection follows your knee cap and doesn’t stretch the material and slide down your leg like other pads. Underneath the hinge is more protective material so above your knee is also covered.
Each strap is removable, so you don’t have to worry about ripping the strap off your pad and not being able to use it. Also, the lower shin protection is removable, so for you racers out there, you’re able to run a legit Knee/Shin combo and the shin protection only comes down 3/4 of your leg.
Notice how your pads constantly slip because the straps suck, or they slide down when you crash on your knees? These pads don’t slip! I’ve been riding these pads everyday for a little over 2 months and still no slippage. They stay intact in crashes, climbing, and a full day of downhill riding without having to adjust once.
We all stink up our pads. It sucks, and yes we try and leave them outside, or we spray them with febreeze. With the AXO pads you’re able to remove the padding from the protective shell, and wash the padding in the washer/dryer, then just spray off the shell outside in your backyard.
The only down to these pads is they don’t have a lot of venting. I’ll sacrifice heat for protection though. If you’re looking for a knee/Shin combo, check out AXO!
AXO is distributed in Canada by CyclesLambert and the TMPK Knee guards have a MSRP of $129 Canadian.
Company: AXO Pads
Make: AXO DH Pads
Size: Large
I received the AXO pads the evening before we were going to have a huge session at the jumps the next day. I was really surprised how burly these pads are, but at the same time, super light weight, and slim looking. The knee has a hinge on both sides so the knee protection follows your knee cap and doesn’t stretch the material and slide down your leg like other pads. Underneath the hinge is more protective material so above your knee is also covered.
A bail to the knees from up here would really suck, but at least I am wearing knee pads
Each strap is removable, so you don’t have to worry about ripping the strap off your pad and not being able to use it. Also, the lower shin protection is removable, so for you racers out there, you’re able to run a legit Knee/Shin combo and the shin protection only comes down 3/4 of your leg.
Notice how your pads constantly slip because the straps suck, or they slide down when you crash on your knees? These pads don’t slip! I’ve been riding these pads everyday for a little over 2 months and still no slippage. They stay intact in crashes, climbing, and a full day of downhill riding without having to adjust once.
My knees are safe under my jeans and armor.
We all stink up our pads. It sucks, and yes we try and leave them outside, or we spray them with febreeze. With the AXO pads you’re able to remove the padding from the protective shell, and wash the padding in the washer/dryer, then just spray off the shell outside in your backyard.
The only down to these pads is they don’t have a lot of venting. I’ll sacrifice heat for protection though. If you’re looking for a knee/Shin combo, check out AXO!
AXO is distributed in Canada by CyclesLambert and the TMPK Knee guards have a MSRP of $129 Canadian.
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seanworth666
(Oct 31, 2006 at 15:34)
"There comes a time when you realize that you’re shins are"...be careful with your contractions
its great that you try to sound smart and educate someone on their folly. however, pointing out a spelling mistake as a "contradiction" only makes you look like an idiot.
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