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04-15-12, 09:31 AM
I searched the forum and didn't find too much so thought I would try this post. I got into Mountain Biking late last year and have really enjoyed it but am still learning and having all the pitfalls of learning to ride the trails. I mostly do XC and Single Track riding and am getting into the more technical areas on our local trails. I crash at least every other ride session and have come to the conclusion that I need some sort of padding on the knees since I seem to always land on them when I crash. The trick I am having is finding larger sizes of pads for knees that won't take me 20 min. to put on and feel too tight. The better pads I have found so far is the FOX Launch Pro Knee guard size L/XL but they are a PITA to put on/off and feel like they are cutting off circulation. After a few minutes they are OK but still tight feeling. I currently weigh 254 lb. At 20" above the knee and 18" below the knee I know I am pushing the limits on the FOX pads. Am looking for suggestions on what has worked/fitted for you guys best. TIA