Which elbow and knee pads ?

[hellmansam]

Did some searching here and see a few people rate the Dainese Trailskins knee pads, but the threads are quite old. I've only ever used an open face helmet and gloves for protection and am looking to get something for my elbows and knees as I start to get a bit more confident on the FS bike. I wanna have a go at some WAGE rounds this year and have a full face helmet on the way for that.
What protection have people bought and liked last season ? I think I'm interested in the lighter stuff that you can wear/ride most of the day in. Local shops have SFA to look at or try on..

 

[Oddjob]

I like the knee and elbow pads with a hard shell. I've always had good experiences with 661 gear and am currently using the Rage elbow and knee pads. I also like knee pads with a butterfly opening and am liking the Alpinestars Moab for full dh coverage and the Pro-tec park knee pads for just riding around.

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[rowdyflat]

Biggest problem is stuff not sliding down and knee pads that dont dig into the flesh behind your knees.
I have rigid knee/shin pads great protection but never stay up. yep butterfly opening at back of knee is compulsory.
If you want lighter stuff G form is good =full of delicious non Newtonian fluids.

 

[yuley95]

I’m one of the people with trailskins. That have been good for my need and have lasted for a few years now. I use fox launch pro elbow pads. They are smaller than some and allow good arm movement. Again, they meet my needs (not a hardcore rider but have my share of crashes)

 

[BT180]

Recently bought the 7 iDP Sam Hill knee pads and they're the comfiest pads i'v ever worn. Absolutely zero slippage and not even noticeable behind the knee. They're a slip on pad though, so go well up the thigh and down the leg, so achieve their non-slippage. The downside of that though is that they're not the best pads for summer if you're pedalling a lot - they're pretty warm

 

[shiny]

Another vote for the 7iDP Sam Hill pads. Don’t slip and are very comfy. I get the occasional hot spot on the back of my left knee. Not sure what causes it as doesn’t happen all the time and only on the left!. They are a long pad so cover more below the knee than other trail pads. Can feel the air blow around your knee once descending. Pushys have the best price on them at $89 last I looked.

 

[mooboyj]

Do a Descent Like a Demon Day with Todd Madsen. I did one at the Goat Farm and loved it! As for pads, I'd go try some on at the LBS. Fitment and feel varies so much between people. Got your rubber sorted?

 

[danncam]

After banging my knee twice I finally bought a pair of Scott soldier 2's from a LBS. Great price, they breathe better than I expected and the sit nicely. Haven't tested their actual crash worthiness yet, but they are reviewed as good for trail riding protection. They are that soft material that hardens on impact.

 

[tkdbboy]

Buy a handful of pairs of pads from CRC / MTBD . Try them all on. Send back the ones you don't want for $10ish flat return fee

Dainese trail skins 2 for knees and IXS carvo evo + for elbows

 

[Flow-Rider]

I've tried a few pads and the G-Forms suits me best, light and comfortable, easy to keep clean and dry really fast. Most of the heavier type pads dig into the back of my knees and they're just too hot for the longer rides.

 

[SDA]

IXS Flow Evo+ both in knee and elbows are great. GForms elbows for lighter duty. And ION K-Pact knees for heavier duty

 

[droenn]

Yeah, I've jumped on to IXS too - good kit

 

[rowdyflat]

Yep have Fox and IXS knee pads . IXS are great can ride in them all day if need be..

 

[rangersac]

Another vote for IXS

 

[hellmansam]

Got your rubber sorted?

Tyre tips welcomed, I am thinking to get some burlier rubber for the Fuel Ex, currently has an OEM front and DHF rear, bike is new so haven't done much tweaking yet.

Where does one book in for Descent Like A Demon ?

 

[kten]

Another vote for the 7idp knee pads. Either the Sam Hill ones or the Transitions. Great value for money, not too hot, super comfortable and they don't move.

 

[Oddjob]

Tyre tips welcomed, I am thinking to get some burlier rubber for the Fuel Ex, currently has an OEM front and DHF rear, bike is new so haven't done much tweaking yet.

Where does one book in for Descent Like A Demon ?

Depends on the surface. If its loose and loamy a Shorty or HR2 for the front. If its hardpack or loose on hardpack another DHF.

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[bataleon]

Another vote for IXS Flow. I've got the regular version, not the zippy one.

 

[kiwiinmelb]

Ive got IXS Carve , similar to the flow , but a bit more protection ,

Cant fault them , comfy and as much protection you could hope for without going hard shell.

ive got Gform as well, havent used them since getting the IXS , its on a similar level comfort wise with more protection so there isnt much point.

 

[nzhumpy]

Shirley once you wrap your knees/elbos in whatever choice of foam you prefer they are still gunna get hot,

I'm not sold on the whole x aren't as forgiving as y in the comfort stakes, they are contact points to an extent and should be treated as such, otherwise every new bike would be realest with the same saddle and grips.