The THE Storm Knee and Shin guards offer full protection from the Knee down. 3 different retention straps helps keep them in place and they are completely machine washable. The Anatomically pre-shaped design provides you with a perfect fit while the injected polyethylene keeps you safe. The high density vented Aeroprene helps keep you cool and comfortable while keeping the fitment perfect.
Submitted by
one incredible donkey
a Weekend Warrior
from Alexandria VA Date Reviewed: August 22, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Patapsco
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At:
Cannot recall
Strengths:
Looks
Comfort
Weaknesses:
Too small of a calf strap
Mesh tears easily
Similar Products Used:
Fox Launch leg armor
Bike Setup:
Not relevant
Bottom Line:
Overall these have been good pads and despite a few problems, I have not regretted my purchase. When I first bought them, I found the strap which goes across the back of the calf to be way too tight. They are elastic but there is a THE fabric patch on the end which limited the length. And it's not like I'm some kind of calf-monster. However, a search online led me to a tip - cut the fabric in half. I took a razor and carefully cut the fabric, leaving the elastic underneath. This allowed the strap to stretch enough.
The other problem has been the mesh which covers the areas surrounding the plastic armor. On only the fifth or sixth time putting them on, I gripped them from the top and pulled them on, similar as one might do with a long pair of socks. The mesh ripped, leaving about a three inch wide hole above the knee plate. It's not too big of a deal because it doesn't affect the function though. Also, any mesh which comes in contact with pedals will get holes in it.
Despite these two things, the pads are great because they are comfortable and snug. When my riding friends begin to complain of chafing and expressing desires to take their armor off, I have no such complaints.
I haven't taken any direct falls to my knees since buying them but I am confident they will stay put and do their job.
If the straps had been better thought out and the mesh not so vulnerable to tearing these would have received a five chili rating.
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Submitted by
rane
a Downhiller
from Denver, CO, USA Date Reviewed: August 15, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Blvd - Trestle Bike Park
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$75.00
Purchased At:
e-bay
Strengths:
extremely well made
comfortable
lightweight
Weaknesses:
wish they came in a smaller size
only two sizes to choose from
Similar Products Used:
shinguards by Troy Lee, Specialized, and Oneal
Bike Setup:
Specialized Big Hit, stock except for the seatpost and derailer
Bottom Line:
I was really impressed with these and was crushed that they didn't fit me better, but it wasn't the fault of the product. I wish they came in more than two sizes, because the small one was still too big for me. I tried to ride in them several times but ended up putting them on e-bay so a taller person could appreciate them. If you're under 5'3", these won't fit you. Maybe in the future they'll come up with some products for women riders, but they were very well made and were still comfortable even thought they didn't fit all that great. If you're a tall guy, get them, you won't regret it.
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