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Knee guards etc
I'm running Fox guards which I've cut the straps off and got some lycra sewn on as that worked great on elbows. Much more comfortable. Several years on that is wearing out. I could get it redone but maybe things have moved on.
Braces? Well they are super expensive over here but Leatt z frames are almost affordable. Almost. I'm not entirely convinced I want to go for braces as it can transfer issues elsewhere. But some of the guards are getting more complicated and perhaps offer a little support. But are they comfortable enough? Ideas?
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Not sure if Forcefield armour is available in the antipodes but it is excellent. It has applications across a number of sports, is lightweight but very high in impact protection. I have been using it for a number of years and it has protected me from impacts that would have caused serious injuries and fractures without.
It also has a feature where it absorbs body heat and moulds to your shape so you simply forget that you have it on. Have a shufti and see if it would suit you. I would recommend either the limb tubes or the "long john" type base layer with armour built in. https://www.forcefieldbodyarmour.com/ |
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After two years of hemming and hawing and researching until nearly going blind, I finally bit the bullet and purchased a pair Leatt X frames. $445 USD. Had been running strap on knee guards, so they were not hard to get used to. Well worth the protection. An ACL or MCL surgery will end up costing far more. I think the X-frames bridge the gap between the super expensive braces and the cheap knee guards. I've been very happy with them.
I'm not getting any younger (45) and it seems every year I add another piece of safety equipment. I just started wearing a neck brace a few months ago as well. Soon I'll be covered in bubble wrap...
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45 was 6 years ago, but it's the darnedest thing, I have been getting younger.
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I love my Leatt C frames. They are not quite as rigid as a double a hinge brace, but perhaps that would suit your taste?
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I guess I should also mention: I'm 43, have recovered from a couple knee injuries in the past. There's enough adjustment to lock out hyperextension for my bad knee. Comfy all day, and lots of ventilation.
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Like you I try to get all protection I can afford, and I use a neck brace as well. But not always... 45? I cant remember must have been 13 years ago |
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So, no one has asked for pictures..??
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I went for the Pod K8 v2 knee braces. I am very happy with the results so far, they are so comfortable I forget I am wearing them with I am riding.
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