The problems are many fold! I'm getting much better at unclipping in time, but there is always an errant log or something that halts forward progress in a most unpredictable way, and the nature of MTB is that you get ejected form the saddle sooner or later, that's why we wear helmets...
I know it will get better with experience, just trying to make sure that I don't beat myself up too much to get that experience!
I've been looking at the 661 stuff... found they have a lightweight (and fairly inexpensive) line called the veggie...
http://www.bikesonline.com/index.php...Elbow-Guard-MD
and price is a huge factor for me, I have spent a lot on bikes this year, and don't want to have to break the bank again (I'm still trying to sell blood on craigslist to pay for my recent acquisition sorry dave!)
what has been the experience out there for pads, any designs that get too hot? chafe? irritate the skin? what should I be looking for? what should I avoid? I mostly ride XC,a nd I'm a big sweaty guy!
Thanks for all the input guys, it's greatly appreciated!