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Fox Racing Launch Knee Shin Guard Armor and Pads
Product DescriptionAsymmetrical design, cross-strap security, and vented hard shell plates make the Fox Racing Launch Knee/Shin guard a first choice for elite downhill and freeride mountain bikers. Fox Racing's patented X-Up strap system crosses behind the knee to eliminate twisting and slipping when the terrain turns from rough to sadistic.
User Reviews 
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Dan Elliott
a Cross Country Rider Date Reviewed: August 27, 2012 Strengths: Full front leg protection, comfortable, don't move when riding, not too hot Weaknesses: None so far Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Don Valley, Toronto Duration Product Used: 1.5 hours/ride Price Paid: $70.00 Purchased At: www.pricepoint.com Similar Products Used: Fox Launch Elbow pads
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PeytonP Date Reviewed: May 25, 2012 Strengths: Lasted two full years of heavy AM/DH/XC/DJ riding. Very strong. Great front coverage. Easy and fast removal when it's time to cool down. Weaknesses: Straps can become uncomfortable and irritate skin (usually in dry, dusty conditions) Slip down when pedaling (gravity oriented. so, expected). Can get hot in the Texas sun, but not a deal breaker. Slightly lacking in padding, though armor is awesome. Bottom Line:
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PACS
a All Mountain Rider
from LG, CA Date Reviewed: February 10, 2012 Strengths: Comfortable and durable. Easy on and off. I usually strap these on to my bike or camel back for the ride uphill but have worn them on medium length rides without any problems or discomfort (other than they get hot). Great flexibility. Weaknesses: Price, I guess. Probably will save that much, at least, in neosporin and gauze. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Demo, UCSC, Truckee area Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $70.00 Purchased At: Huck and Roll Similar Products Used: 661, protec, tons of skateboard pads Bike Setup: Coil sprung MK2 Nomad 
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meSSican
a Downhiller
from Sacramento Date Reviewed: October 2, 2011 Strengths: Low profile, fairly breathable Weaknesses: clips unlatch often, straps uncomfortable (for me atleast) and they slip down a bit. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Northstar Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Price Paid: $60.00 Purchased At: Mikesbikes.com Similar Products Used: Alpinestars Moab, Kyle Strait Bike Setup: Voltage FR
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RedBack
a Weekend Warrior
from The Cruz, CA Date Reviewed: September 19, 2011 Strengths: Light Easy on and off - on and off in 30 seconds or less Excellent FRONT coverage Breathable Weaknesses: no back coverage price Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: braille @ demo Duration Product Used: 1 Year Price Paid: $70.00 Purchased At: Mike's Bikes of Los Similar Products Used: none Bike Setup: diamondback: mission 1 2010, stockish.
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straussal
a Downhiller
from Lakewood, CO, USA Date Reviewed: January 26, 2011 Strengths: Simplicity, durability, they don't move, hard shell plastic is easy to clean, good coverage, new material is very comfy!! Weaknesses: Hot (but what full leg pads aren't hot in the summer?), expensive Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Rainmaker, Winter Park Duration Product Used: 1 Year Price Paid: $70.00 Purchased At: Mojo wheels Similar Products Used: Sixsixone Race knee/shin guard, Alpinestars Knee/shin guard, dianese 3x3 knee/shin guard, Raceface knee/shin guard Bike Setup: 2010 Demo 8 frame, Fox 40, Fox RC4, Custom wheelset with I-9 Hubs, Specialized butcher tires, Avid Code brakes, etc.
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oi2342001
a Cross Country Rider
from MA Date Reviewed: January 16, 2011 Strengths: Protects well Easy to put on Dont move around while riding Works semi well as insulation on cold days Doesn't interfere with pedaling Weaknesses: Can get hot in the summer Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: 6 months Price Paid: $70.00 Purchased At: jensonusa.com Similar Products Used: none
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wannabfast
a Weekend Warrior
from Bay Area, CA Date Reviewed: November 7, 2010 Strengths: Good front & side protection Breathes well Can pedal with them on Weaknesses: Padding thin - saves your skin, but may not dissipate direct hits onto a hard surface. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: SawPit Duration Product Used: 2 Years Price Paid: $60.00 Purchased At: Evolution Bike Shop Similar Products Used: 661 Bike Setup: RFX, Talas 36, SIXC, SRAM, Hadley, ZTR Flow, HopeTech M4  
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dman
a Weekend Warrior
from englewood, nj, usa Date Reviewed: September 25, 2010 Strengths: they r ok for all mountain, and protect u from pedal slip thats about it Weaknesses: fell few times riding DH with this on and they suck, not enough padding on your knee specially compering them to knee pads on the market, Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: many Duration Product Used: 1 Year Price Paid: $60.00 Purchased At: dont remember Bike Setup: remedy 6, mgoose ecd
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gregD
a Cross Country Rider
from Connecticut Date Reviewed: July 1, 2010 Strengths: Lightweight, Easy on/off Weaknesses: Knee guard held to shin guard by small strip of material. Doesn't look like it will hold up, although is fine after 25+ rides Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Trumbull Valley Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $70.00 Purchased At: LBS Similar Products Used: Six six one 4x4's Bike Setup: Pretty much a stock Specialized Enduro SL
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DAMO_998
a Downhiller
from NSW Australia Date Reviewed: June 24, 2010 Strengths: good ventilation, stays on the leg for the whole time your riding, easy to clean, straps havent stretched at all after a year of using them, worth the money Weaknesses: irritates the back of your knee a bit but you forget about it after a few minutes of riding, bit pricey but worth the money Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Glenrock Duration Product Used: 1 Year Price Paid: $100.00 Purchased At: Avanti Plus Bike Setup: 2006 mongoose thunderball, mazocchi dirtjam pro forks, sun ringle single track rims, maxxis tires, atomlab bars and stem
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bclagge
a Weekend Warrior
from Boynton Beach, FL Date Reviewed: May 10, 2010 Strengths: Snug fit, good basic protection, open back keeps you cool. Weaknesses: They're a little pricey considering they're not the Rolls Royce of leg armor. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month Price Paid: $70.00 Purchased At: Jim's Bicycles Similar Products Used: None Bike Setup: Trek 4300 w/ Tora 318
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rockyflowtbay
a Downhiller
from London ON Canada Date Reviewed: April 28, 2010 Strengths: Cool, comfortable, strong, easy to put on, Weaknesses: wish they could tighten more, (no real problems) Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: Mine Duration Product Used: 1 Year Price Paid: $40.00 Purchased At: ebay Similar Products Used: RaceFace, Mace Bike Setup: Rocky Switch
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45fg768h
a Racer
from Los Angeles, CA, USA Date Reviewed: December 12, 2009 Strengths: Looks nice in ads Weaknesses: Product is unwearable. One cannot wear these pads and pedal a bicycle at the same time without enduring excruciating pain. The multiple straps compress across the bend in the back of the knee rendering pedaling impossible. Furthermore the entire contraption causes sweating just trying them on. To wear them would be to be forced to remove them within minutes and somehow carry them for the rest of the day and I can't imagine doing so. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Duration Product Used: Tested or demo'ed only Price Paid: $65.00 Purchased At: Cambria.com Similar Products Used: None Bike Setup: Awesome
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powerpantz
a Cross Country Rider
from Chicago, IL Date Reviewed: June 8, 2009 Strengths: Protects your knee and shin, flexible, x straps make it easy to put on and off with out tangling, adjust the fit once and your good, fairly light weight for full leg armor, durable so far and does not hinder pedaling performance or irritate the leg. They look great and you can easily forget they are on. Weaknesses: On the expensive side. Ankle could be a little more comfortable or have a shoe cover. No padding options, washable liners or ventilation options. Bottom Line: Expand full review >>Favorite Trail: TNT Duration Product Used: 3 months Price Paid: $60.00 Purchased At: foxracing.com Similar Products Used: carpenter knee pads Bike Setup: Motobecane Fantom Elite DS
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