Troy Lee Designs Speed Adult Knee Guard BMX Body Armor - Black
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I took my measurements according to the sizing chart. I ordered the recommended size, and it was a perfect fit for me.
SIZELOWER THIGHTOP CALFLOWER THIGH (CM)TOP CALF (CM)br>XS / SM XS / SM XS / SM XS / SM XS / SM XS / SM XS / SM XS 5 - 5 12. 5 - 5 34. 5 - 5 32 - MD / LG 15. 37br>MD / LG 15. 5 - 5 14. 5 - 5 39. 5 - 5 37 - XL / 2XL 17. 42br>XL / 2XL 5 - 5 16. 5 - 5 44. 5 - 5 42 - Thigh measurement: 47br>br> 4" above the center of the knee cap. Measurement of the Calf 6" from the top of the kneecap to the bottom of the kneecap
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For over a year, I've been wearing these sleeves. Fortunately, I've never wrecked with them on, so I can't comment on their protection, but the padding does a good job of covering the knee. Because of the ventilation, I reduced my rating from four to two stars. Because of the ventilation, I had to change pads. Don't believe them about the ventilation, even though they get good reviews. There is no air flow in the front. There is no ventilation in the back due to the thickness of the material. In fact, they're the first thing to come off after a ride, and I've since discovered a knee pad with much better ventilation (mesh elastic and a back cut out), as well as much better padding and air flow even through the front of the pad). From now on, these will be my fall and winter riding gear, or perhaps not, because my new pads cover a lot more ground. These will most likely be thrown away.
There are three areas in which we can improve:
1. Make the D3O foam ahead of time. instead of being flat, it is shaped to fit around the knee cup While the foam has been cut to allow for bending, a curved profile would fit MUCH better (and provide more protection). br>2. Improve ventilation by replacing the back portion of the guard with a lighter mesh or adding some openings.
3. Make a version that extends 3" further down to cover the shins, as that's where we all got cuts and bruises from flat pedal pins.
In the end, I'd buy these again without a doubt. I've been riding with these for three months and this is the first time I've actually crashed. The fabric on the outside of the pad is a little messed up, but my leg isn't. My right knee took a good hit and did a short headfirst slide. The d30 insert did a fantastic job of keeping me safe. br>In terms of comfort, I get small scabs on my hamstring tendon from the fabric every time I ride for more than a couple of hours, but the discomfort is worth the protection.
The only part of the leg that is covered is up to the knee. If anyone is listening, I'd appreciate some shin guards. Around the back of the pad, it's quite thick. I haven't ridden them in the heat, but I imagine they would be quite warm. In the winter, they'd probably make excellent knee warmers or pads. There is no ventilation in the back. I like the pad thickness, but it needs to be more vented and have some shin protection before it can be considered the ultimate trail pad!.
I was looking for knee guards to use on the trails near my home. These TLD pads aren't designed for downhill racing, but they're perfect for light crash protection. br>br>Before purchasing these, I tried the low-profile POC knee guards. For my skinny legs, they were too bulky and uncomfortable.
For moderate protection, these are excellent knee pads. Padding provides only minor impact protection, but these are excellent for abrasion protection. They are comfortable, but in the summer they can get quite hot. Keeps a good grip. These are great for keeping your legs warm during night rides in the winter. There are better options for bike parks and gravity-oriented trails, but they aren't the worst.
My main complaint with these, which I haven't had with other knee gaskets, is that they slide off my knee during a fall, resulting in additional knee cuts; additionally, several holes have developed on the soft side stitching over the course of a year, but this hasn't affected use yet. There is no protection on the sides of the knees. br>br>If you fall while wearing these, you will still be cut up and bruised, even if it is a minor fall. However, it will be a lot better than if you didn't have any knee gaskets at all.
That is, in fact, a good thing. This is the first time I've had the opportunity to use mountain bike knee pads. Because the upper and lower edges of the pads have a slightly sticky silicone-like surface, they stay up on your leg. The pads do not pinch the back of my leg or restrict movement, and the band on the inside is like a band. They're "pedal-friendly" in every way. In fact, after about 10 minutes, I had completely forgotten about them.
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