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Title: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: Paulo on May 12, 2008, 10:00 PM

Seeing as two of the regulars of the Scottish OSSS have tried to stop me coming last by wiping out and trying to break their bones, and in KennyHunters case succeeding, I thought it a good idea to invest in some elbox pads. The sort that cover the forearm as well.

Can you guys recommend any make and suppliers that are good value?

Cheers

P.

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: Gary72 on May 12, 2008, 10:03 PM

Heard a few people recommend brand-x body armour, and have seen a few people test it aswell :LolLolLolLol: think you can get it from chainreaction.

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: Zippy on May 12, 2008, 10:17 PM

I used it extensively at the weekend and would highly recomend it.

As Gary said buy Brand-X from Chain Reaction Cycles. Only £60 as well.

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: Paulo on May 12, 2008, 10:22 PM

What's the full body armour like to ride in. Isn't it restrictive, hot etc?

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: wolfybmx on May 13, 2008, 10:30 AM

Quote from: Paulo on May 12, 2008, 10:22 PM

What's the full body armour like to ride in. Isn't it restrictive, hot etc?

makes you feel like robo cop ;D

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: thecrooch on May 13, 2008, 11:05 AM

it feels a bit bulky at first but after 5 mins i hardly notice its there.

Ive got a Dainese inner jacket that i wear under a race shirt - its like a string vest with pads on - its very comfy and does the job no problem

and after flipping over the bars on sunday and landing on my back sliding for a foot or so - i can confirm it works bloody well! 

I wouldn't be at work today if i hadnt been wearing it thats for sure....

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: HEYWOOD BMX on May 13, 2008, 11:23 AM

 :) Carcosmet uses XXL knee pads on his elbows on account he has King Kong arms....

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: Paulo on May 13, 2008, 08:47 PM

Thanks guys. I was just looking for elbow pads but I'm tempted to go for the full works.

Crooch - where did you get your inner jacket from. I've had a look at a few sites and they list Evo or impact jackets. Is that what you have?

Zippy - Does the x-brand have any spine protection?

Thanks again  :daumenhoch:

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: spillers#1 on May 13, 2008, 09:39 PM

Yes brand-x does have spine protection and the suit works really well  :daumenhoch: every body knows i often rely on it  :buck2:

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: thecrooch on May 14, 2008, 09:07 AM

Quote from: Paulo on May 13, 2008, 08:47 PM

Thanks guys. I was just looking for elbow pads but I'm tempted to go for the full works.

Crooch - where did you get your inner jacket from. I've had a look at a few sites and they list Evo or impact jackets. Is that what you have?

Zippy - Does the x-brand have any spine protection?

Thanks again  :daumenhoch:

Its an Evo - i got it new of fleabay for £100 (MRP £200) and its worth every penny - i know you can get cheaper but i dont think you can get better!

I layed out a lot for my protection but i personally dont feel you can put a price on it....

Ive got full Leg Race Face Protectors on under my race pants as well....

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: pickle on May 14, 2008, 09:34 AM

Quote from: HEYWOOD BMX on May 13, 2008, 11:23 AM

:) Carcosmet uses XXL knee pads on his elbows on account he has King Kong arms....

you aint wrong there mate!  met him at Creation for the first time on saturday.....he's mahooosive!!!   :shocked:




recon i could've taken him though!   ;)

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: HEYWOOD BMX on May 14, 2008, 12:11 PM

 :) He also has a good sideline going in BMX-converting straight posts into laybacks by hand!!



 Sorry Sam-we love you really big fella!!! :LolLolLolLol:

Title: Re: What's a good set of elbow pads?
Post by: Paulo on May 15, 2008, 01:03 PM

Thanks guys. Full body it is.

Just need one to go round my gut. I'll look like Mr Incredible in retirement with the body armour  :LolLolLolLol:

Thinks to myself "should I wear pants outside of race pants...naaahhhh"
 :shocked: