Troy Lee Knee/Shin Guards: A Comprehensive Comparison

D3O® is soft and flexible to keep the guards comfortable while riding, but on impact, the D3O® material hardens to disperse the energy for protection. Slip on a pair and head out to the bike park in confidence.

Features:

• D3O® lightweight, low profile elbow impact protection
• Silicone grippers prevent slipping
• Spacer-prene sleeve combined with breathable mesh panel for all day riding comfort
• Durable, abrasion-resistant elbow panel
• Sold in pairs-left/right
• CE EN1621-1 Certified

3 mil. Injection molded plastic minimizes harsh jolts to the knee, while the high-density vented bio-foam keeps everything cool.

Features:

• 3mm Injection molded plastic impact protection
• High-density vented bio-foam backing
• Two large VELCRO® brand straps keep the guards secure and in place

They cover the knee, even when fully bent, as well as the lower thigh and most of the lower legs.

Features:

• 3 dimensionally designed for optimal fit
• Slim design for use over or under riding pants
• Strap system resists binding
• Sold in pairs

The new TLD Raid knee guard is purpose-built for the days when the trails are going to get insane-but your comfort and safety is a priority. D3O is used in the crucial impact area to absorb shock. Aside from the price tag, which, let’s be honest, is ballpark for D3O knee protection, there is little if anything to complain about with the Raid Knee Guards – they tick every box and then some. Troy Lee Designs have created some absolutely stellar knee protection for gravity addicts and done so with comfort and versatility at its core.

Features:

• D3O CE-certified knee pad
• Fit-Lock calf band to prevent slippage
• Vented Neoprene construction for all-day comfort
• Breathable mesh rear panel
• Abrasion-resistant front panel
• Inside/Outside leg padding placed in strategic areas provides impact protection while allowing pedal articulation at various saddle heights
• Silicone gripper band on inside upper leg with adjustable VELCRO® strap outer for a variety of leg sizes
• Sold in pairs-left/right

Features:

• Molded EVA outer knee shell with ballistic nylon cover
• The knee cup consists of a combination stack of memory foam for a secure performance fit
• The knee sleeve is ergonomically contoured with two elastic VELCRO® brand closures and internal silicone grippers
• Lightweight and low profile
• Can be worn under your pants or with shorts for any riding adventure

Injection molded plastic minimizes harsh jolts to the knee, while the high-density vented bio-foam keeps everything cool.

Features:

• 3 mil. Injection molded plastic impact protection
• High-density vented bio-foam backing
• Two large VELCRO® brand fasteners keep the guards secure and in place

3 mil. Injection molded plastic minimizes harsh jolts to the knee, while the high-density vented bio-foam keeps everything cool.

Features:

• 3 mil. Injection molded plastic impact protection
• High-density vented bio-foam backing
• Two large VELCRO® brand fasteners keep the guards secure and in place