Best Kneepads for Trail/Enduro 2019

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Best Kneepads for Trail/Enduro 2019
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flag congnargnar
Posted: Jan 17, 2019 at 12:57 Quote
Looking for a new set of kneepads now that my G-Forms are shot. Looking for something that's good and breathable for trail riding/uphill but burly enough for downhill. I like the look of the 7iDPs, but are there other pads that are more versatile?
flag crustpizza
Posted: Jan 17, 2019 at 13:35 Quote
I have the 7idp Transition pads and I like them a lot. Super comfy and the shell is harder than I expected. Doesn't offer side protection though, but if you're looking for a comfortable and versatile pad for trail riding, I'd recommend it.
flag spl75
Posted: Jan 17, 2019 at 14:08 Quote
I use the Troy lee designs 5400, really comfy and easy to ride on all day and gives me confidence to ride the DH.
Sure not DH specific but Im happy with the compromise.
flag Arierep
Posted: Jan 17, 2019 at 14:53 Quote
I have the POC VPD Airs.
They are advertised as a lightweight knees pad but in reality are much burlier than any other "trail/pedally" pad I ever tried.
Top notch construction, super comfy and stay in place. On con is that they are a little short over the knee.

Can imagine the VPD 2.0s would be even burlier and not much worse in terms of comfort
flag tricyclerider
O+ FL
Posted: Jan 17, 2019 at 15:43 Quote
I use the ixs flow I think it’s called light weight pad, stays put well and hasn’t done me wrong yet after a few gnarly spills including the bike park going knee and shoulder first. Pedals pretty decently but they are also easy to slide down your knee if you don’t like the feeling of a knee pad while going up hill.
flag eplanajr
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Posted: Jan 20, 2019 at 19:24 Quote
I really like my IXS Carve Evo pads.

https://www.bike.ixs.com/en/shop/carve-evo-knee-guard

Like the poster said above mine too are easy to slide down to climb in. I climb in then mainly because I forget to slide them down.
flag Davec85
FL
Posted: Jan 20, 2019 at 23:56 Quote
If use the fox pro D30 pads and they are great. I have heard good reports of the Ion Kpact zip, they won an online test here;

https://enduro-mtb.com/en/best-heavy-duty-knee-pads-can-buy/
flag kona-jon
Posted: Jan 21, 2019 at 6:53 Quote
Leatt Airflex Pro > all. Fit, protection, and actual airflow into the pad while you ride actually makes them tolerable to keep on compared to any other pad.
flag nige-dh
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Posted: Jan 21, 2019 at 10:21 Quote
Sorry to hijack the thread but does anyone know of any knee pads that extend over the shins that arent full knee and shins and have used them before or could point me in the right direction?

Cheers
flag brianl
Posted: Jan 21, 2019 at 12:51 Quote
nige-dh wrote:
Sorry to hijack the thread but does anyone know of any knee pads that extend over the shins that arent full knee and shins and have used them before or could point me in the right direction?

Cheers
RF Flank?
https://www.raceface.com/products/details/flank-leg-guards18
flag nige-dh
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Posted: Jan 21, 2019 at 13:56 Quote
[/Quote]
RF Flank?
https://www.raceface.com/products/details/flank-leg-guards18[/Quote]

Have you used these before? I have seen these but weren't sure how far down the shin they go. I think it's either these or the the bliss team knee and shin.

Thanks
flag brianl
Posted: Jan 21, 2019 at 19:57 Quote
nige-dh wrote:
RF Flank?
https://www.raceface.com/products/details/flank-leg-guards18[/Quote]

Have you used these before? I have seen these but weren't sure how far down the shin they go. I think it's either these or the the bliss team knee and shin.

Thanks[/Quote]
No, I have RF Ambush knee pads, which go to the top of my calfs, so the Flank must at least go mid-shin.

Just checked CRC, Flanks are out of stock, but they have the TLD knee/shin:
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/ca/en/troy-lee-designs-kgl-5450-knee-shin-guards-2018/rp-prod59944
flag nige-dh
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Posted: Jan 22, 2019 at 4:17 Quote
brianl wrote:
nige-dh wrote:
RF Flank?
https://www.raceface.com/products/details/flank-leg-guards18

Have you used these before? I have seen these but weren't sure how far down the shin they go. I think it's either these or the the bliss team knee and shin.

Thanks[/Quote]
No, I have RF Ambush knee pads, which go to the top of my calfs, so the Flank must at least go mid-shin.

Just checked CRC, Flanks are out of stock, but they have the TLD knee/shin:
https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/ca/en/troy-lee-designs-kgl-5450-knee-shin-guards-2018/rp-prod59944[/Quote]




Cheers I can get them from other places in the UK though thanks again
flag bnasty49
Posted: Jan 23, 2019 at 16:57 Quote
Scott Grenade Pro II

/enddiscussion

https://www.jensonusa.com/Scott-Grenade-Pro-II-Knee-Guards

Seriously though. Hands down the best knee pads I’ve ever head. Super comfy, zero slipping, no pinching. I’m going on my 3rd season with mine and they still have a lot of life left. 2 Redbull Rampage trips, and rocky hard Arizona trails and they just won’t give up.
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