Depends on weather and what I'm riding. I have some gform, some tripple 8, my motorcycle gear and a really great armored hoodie from Lazy Rolling.

I've got G-form everywhere, but they are a PAIN to put on and take off. My only injury so far was to my shoulder, so added a g-form compression shirt. I also have a motorcycle mesh jacket for shoulder, elbows/spine. The mesh jacket only works if not too hot out. Trying to find out if the motorcycle pads need to be replaced after a single hit.

Looking for something I can either were all day under/over my clothes (ie. knee pads and a lighter jacket) or maybe an easier to strap on knee pad. Any suggestions?

Full Face triple eight helmet, wish I could find an open face one that also protected my chin. Related, I *wish* I had bought this in white instead of black d'oh.

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G-Form mostly.

187 killer slim elbow pads. Will get a motorcycle hoodie (w/ elbow/shoulder/spine protection) when it gets cooler.

Used to wear Triple eight KP22 knee pads, but I dropped that recently: it has become my opinion that bum, hips and upper body seem more at risk than the knees with the OW, and those knee pads have consequently become too much trouble for their worth in my eyes. I am considering getting something less annoying to deal with though (meaning less bulky to transport, less annoying to put on/that I can keep on under my trouser), which remind me there was a thread with a few interesting endorsements recently in this subreddit...

Edit: added link to thread

Leatt makes stellar knee and elbow protection, available on Amazon.

I use these they are comfy and super east to put on/take off plus they have been crash tested and passed :) https://www.amazon.com/Fox-Racing-Titan-Elbow-Guards-L/dp/B008RZUC94/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?crid=2D6L3KPDABY66&keywords=fox+elbow+pads&qid=1669455335&sprefix=fox+elbow%2Caps%2C129&sr=8-5

I'm using 100% elbow pads. It's not crash tested yet though fortunately, so I can't say how it will hold up. Looks well built though

I cant speak for elbow pads, im still looking for a good pair myself, but I ride with the Leatt knee pads. They are jointed hard plastic and they have saved my knees quite literally on more than one occasion.

I use the SixSixOne knee pads that are made for downhill mountain bikers. They work great for me. I have an older version, but suspect that they offer a current model built to the same specs with a hard cap over impact foam padding. Super comfortable.

I highly recommend the 187 Killer Pads. Yes they were designed for skateboarders, however, I've found that they are excellent protection for the knees. Plus, they're super comfy once you get past the 1 week break-in period (assuming you ride once a day for that week).

https://187killerpads.bigcartel.com/category/knee-protection

They have a few types of pads, the custom ones have removable cups which means you can replace them down the road, however, I use their slim series which work great! I also sport their wrist guards.

In addition to these pads, I also wear this jacket from revzilla to provide some extra shoulder, elbows and back protection: https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/speed-and-strength-off-the-chain-20-textile-jacket

Call it overkill but I've had one too many spills on my onewheel and various other boards in my past and if I know anything about myself it's that I don't plan on having any less fun. 8)

Pro Tec are working for me.

Get a motorcycle vest for the arms, and for the legs just wear jeans. You wont get much in terms of impact resistance in the knees unless you have stuff the size of hockey pucks dangling off you.

I picked up a pretty inexpensive ($26) O'Neal knee pads/shin pads from Cycle gear about a month before I highsided. I would strap them over my regular Levi's. Tore my motorcycle jacket open across the chest, smacked my helmet up pretty good, broke my collarbone, 4 ribs, punctured a lung, but the knee pads....minor scrapes and they stayed in place. Good luck

Depends on the product. I have Icon kneeguards with hard sliders and D3O armor, so they'd probably hold up pretty well in a crash

Like any group of products, there are specific ones that are poorly designed that people use little in real life and spend lots of time online praising, wonderfully designed ones that people spend too much time riding to care to go online to praise, poorly designed ones made to work good-enough by clever users, and wonderfully designed ones improperly used by people who’re differently smart.

Riding schools in Singapore require them. After falling badly twice when I was doing my emergency breaking, I can attest to how useless they are, save that that they are arguably better than nothing. Wear a riding jacket if you can.

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I’ve got some Leatt 3DF I live in Tahoe and do lots of climbing and these have always felt comfortable after a few hours of riding amazing ventilation and has a great fit

I got the knee pads

I don’t know if they make elbow pads in that style

Got em on Amazon

I recently got some fox sleeves

Not bad for $50 bucks

Second hand is the best value out there.

I like the leatt airflex. Good protection and don't notice them.

I would look for some decent D3O inserts for the knees and call it a day.

I'd just leave them alone. They make piss all difference, really.

Based on the European standard, the best knee/elbow/shoulder pad I’ve found is the SAS-TEC SC 1/42 Prestige. Moreover, they publish their test results, unlike other brands. This pad allows a residual force of ≤8.5 kN to pass through. The maximum level allowed by the standard is 20 kN, making it more than twice as effective. It’s also reasonably priced. The only downside is that it’s almost impossible to find.

My G Form knee pads have been so good during these hot days. I just finished a ride today, and the only part of me that wasn't sweaty were where my knee pads covered.

They stay in place and don't move and they have protection on the side so your knees don't get banged up from the bike while riding. I really like them.

I'm in Arkansas and summers are brutal here. I wear Leatt ReaFlex Hybrid Pro knee pads and I don't even realize they are there. Super breathable and very comfortable.

Ones that fit you and don't chafe you. It's pretty individual matter, sometimes even a model year or a production batch may matter. Badly finished seam can turn great pads into a torture device.

For elbow pads the POC joint vpd is pretty great…solid protection and not bulky

Pads are aid. Carry some bandages and vodka.

You crashed on a nothing burger.

Leatt Airflex Pro are the the best XC pads.

Better add gloves to the list too 😂 I like my fox d3o’s for elbow and knees. I have optional shin and ankle pads too.

Ya you need to quit that two finger braking unless you are on rim brakes or a young kid. I couldn't quite see the bike, but it looked like it probably has disc brakes. Most adults can easily pull modern brakes with a single finger. You should be covering your brakes at all times. That leaves 4 fingers instead of 3 to grip and control your bars.

As far as pads go. I love my Fox Launch D30 knee pads and my POC VPD System 2.0 for elbows. I always ride with gloves too, my hands get wicked sweaty even in cool weather.

Couldn't see what you are running for shoes and pedals. But a good flat shoe/pedal combo is your number one safety feature.

Any. Any knee and elbow pads are better than the ones you aren’t wearing.

Why you grabbing front brake??

three fingers on the grip, one finger on the brake.

I’m no expert but you should consider covering your brake levers with one finger and not full grab your front when you land.

I purchased a 3 pack of Smith Scabs wrist guards, knee pads, & elbow pads from SelectSkateShop. I just started skating this week and have felt super safe with all the tumbles & falls ive had!!

One of my skate friends used the Smith Scabs ones. Those ones pull on like a brace before fastening. She doesn't fall a lot but always has them on. I have Triple 8 ones that match my helmet. I fall all the time and haven't injured any part of me that didn't have padding.

Smith Scabs, Triple 8, and 187 are all really good!

I bought a JBM set and they've been fantastic so far. The kneepads have both sleeves and straps so you have options of using both or just the straps. I've taken a lot of rough falls and I have zero bruises to show for it.