August 6th, 2012, 09:09 AM | #1 |
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knee pads
So since my crash i have been looking to get knee pads / riding pants. Knee pads for commuting to school which is mostly highway and pants for joy riding through the twisties for the extra butt protecting in case of a lowside.
Anyone have any thoughts on these pads? http://www.ironpony.com/ironponydire...EET%20PRODUCTS I like the description, it is like an actual motorcyclist wrote it instead of a corporate douche. |
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August 6th, 2012, 10:34 AM | #2 |
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August 6th, 2012, 10:37 AM | #3 |
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Btw, I use these. Not the best and not the most comfortable but works for me. I wear it over my jeans.
http://www.bikebandit.com/alpinestars-reflex-knee-guard |
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August 6th, 2012, 12:11 PM | #4 | ||
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For butt protection I went with Knox Cross Shorts Really like these so far. |
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August 6th, 2012, 02:07 PM | #5 |
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thanks guys, i think the bike bandit pads and the cross shorts would be a great combo
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August 6th, 2012, 10:11 PM | #6 |
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I’ve had the Icon Field Armor Knee/Shin guards for more than a year now and worn them every time I jump on the bike. I’m thinking of replacing them soon because they’re starting to fall apart at the straps. Buddy of mine bought the Strykers and I was able to try them out. As was mentioned by Legend they’re bulky and what killed it for me was the two strap set up. I felt it shift and move around too much for me, and they were kind of uncomfortable when walking around unlike my old pair (wearing them under jeans).
That’s just what I thought about them, I’m going to buy the Dainese Knee V and see how those turn out most reviews seem positive. Also you can check out Webbikeworld for a couple reviews of some knee guards. Including a review on the A* reflex. |
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August 6th, 2012, 10:19 PM | #7 |
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i wonder if skateboard knee pads would be more comfortable under pants vs bulky moto shin gaurds
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August 6th, 2012, 10:22 PM | #8 |
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Are skateboard knee pads comfortable? Protect ok?
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August 7th, 2012, 11:13 AM | #9 |
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I think skateboard knee pads would not work well. They are small and meant for a slick surface to slide on. Id think they would go straight down to your feet in the event of a 30 mph direct contact with the pavement.
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August 7th, 2012, 12:34 PM | #10 |
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I use these - http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dainese-knee-v-guard
I noticed another member mentioned he/she uses them as well. I had a very low speed lowside and the bike landed on my leg, knee hit the ground and they worked as advertised. |
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August 7th, 2012, 01:05 PM | #11 |
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Now those pads are the best I've seen with the highest ratings. I'm probably going to get these and the shorts from above instead of kevlar jeans. Can't be wearing the same jeans everyday I ride, which is almost everyday
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August 7th, 2012, 09:13 PM | #12 | |
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I have not tested them in a crash. |
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August 7th, 2012, 09:35 PM | #13 |
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I have a pair of these http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/f...knee-protector. They are the most well made piece of armor ive handled and I find them pretty comfortable. I wear them under Kevlar jeans every time i ride. I just wish they had a strap to hold on above the knee.
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August 8th, 2012, 05:29 PM | #14 | |
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I have found that they: 1. trap heat and block any airflow to the lower leg. 2. look like you're wearing kneepads when you are walking around if the pants arent loose enough. (I dont mind cause it makes me feel like a BA but you might) |
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August 14th, 2012, 02:04 AM | #15 | |
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August 20th, 2012, 07:29 PM | #16 |
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I use these
http://redlinegear.myshopify.com/col...-ce-knee-guard RS TaiChi they are the same as the KNOX Flex Lite Knee Guards Under relaxed fit jeans you can not tell that you are packing protection. If KNOX Cross Knee Guards where available in Canada I would have bought them.
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August 21st, 2012, 09:20 AM | #17 |
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You just sold me on my next gear purchase, thanks!
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August 21st, 2012, 10:30 AM | #18 |
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on your knees often?
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August 21st, 2012, 12:42 PM | #19 |
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Land on your head often? no need for a helmet then!
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August 22nd, 2012, 05:50 AM | #20 |
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August 22nd, 2012, 06:23 AM | #21 |
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I like the look of those TaiChi's. I'm also looking at these.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...T.ac=SLIsearch
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August 22nd, 2012, 08:31 AM | #22 |
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not if you don't land on your head often, right?
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The problem with the 661 stuff that I have seen is that it is a little bulky, as it is for off road use.
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August 23rd, 2012, 03:49 AM | #24 |
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Do you mean what I think you mean? Or am I just too much of a perv?
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Ahh well, some search on the net got me this... http://www.revzilla.com/armored-under-pants Last futzed with by psych0hans; August 23rd, 2012 at 04:11 AM. Reason: Found my own answer |
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August 23rd, 2012, 05:31 AM | #26 |
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