Shin/knee guard question

[Vics Action Shots]

I'm a gal looking into buying shin/knee guards.
Have any of you tried the Sixsixone
They have hard and an option of soft that gets hard on impact?
Any info would be appreciated.
Thank you

 

[mt.aero]

Having used both styles for sledding, go soft unless you plan on riding super hard-core and hucking all day. (I'm using the mountain bike types since that's what I already own) Although the hard plastic style has increased impact protection (it distributes the load of an impact over a much greater area), they don't fit well or feel as comfortable under your snow pants or even in general unless you run super baggy gear. I've hit trees and rocks while downhill biking with the soft ones and they do a great job. I'm going to be looking to get a set of Dianese soft knee guards next though. More expensive, but more better. Check 'em out.

 

[Reeb]

The Dianese ones are very cool for sure, but the 661 guards are perfect pricepoint guards. I sell them like hotcakes. I do not hesitate one moment to recommend them to you.

 

[jdw1]

Fwiw I use "Fly Moto Knee" but I'm an old fart!
I think 661 makes good products.


http://www.motorcyclejazz.com/Fly_Racing_Moto_Knee.htm

Edit: if you get the kind that has a hinge like the fly moto knees lock tight the nuts and bolts.

 

[Reeb]

Unrelated......I ran the Moto Knee for years but replacing them because I would wear them out got old. I used them on my dirtbike and gripping the bike with your knees took their told on them.
My EVS and CTi braces seem to hold up much better in the department.

 

[sabels]

I use the 661 4x4 and like them. They are a bit time consuming to put on but stay put all day and and allow me to move freely about the sled.

 

[Crossfire Ditchbanger]

yup

I ride with Thor force knee guards and once you are on the sled, I hardly notice them. They dont move around at all on me, and offer great protection. Walking around in them does kinda suck tho.

 

[Vics Action Shots]

Having used both styles for sledding, go soft unless you plan on riding super hard-core and hucking all day. (I'm using the mountain bike types since that's what I already own) Although the hard plastic style has increased impact protection (it distributes the load of an impact over a much greater area), they don't fit well or feel as comfortable under your snow pants or even in general unless you run super baggy gear. I've hit trees and rocks while downhill biking with the soft ones and they do a great job. I'm going to be looking to get a set of Dianese soft knee guards next though. More expensive, but more better. Check 'em out.

Thank you so much for the advice, since I don't even know what hucking is I think I'll take your advice and get the soft ones.
Thank you for the advice.
Vickie

 

[mt.aero]

Thank you so much for the advice, since I don't even know what hucking is I think I'll take your advice and get the soft ones.
Thank you for the advice.
Vickie

You're welcome. You'll be much happier with the soft ones.

'Huck, Hucking, to Huck : A term generally used in extreme sports referring to a large jump, often without knowledge or regard for the risk or consequences.' I'm usually yelling it at my buddies when they are sitting on top of something jumpable/dropable.... "Huck it!" Sort of a combo of 'hit it' and 'f*ck it'.

 

[Vics Action Shots]

I use the 661 4x4 and like them. They are a bit time consuming to put on but stay put all day and and allow me to move freely about the sled.

Is that a hard or soft pad?

 

[sabels]

Is that a hard or soft pad?

Soft

 

[Blk88GT]

I've worn the Fox hard shell ones for the last 3 years. I can't imagine riding without them and I don't even notice they're on!

 

[skidooboy]

have been wearing thor force guards since 2005, have protected my knees and shins from nasty running board edge cuts, hood, tank, and console impacts... I feel naked without them. Ski

 

[TVC 15]

The thing most people don't consider when buying shin guards is that you will kneel on them. This would never happen on a motorcycle, so for starters you need to pick ones that fit then go kneel on a seat with them and make sure they don't cause discomfort. Just because someone says they like brand X they may not work for you.

 

[TommyF]

Ordered a set of Leatt Dual Axis knee/shin guards. Should be delivered on Monday. Will post up feedback after I get a chance to try them. Prefer hard guards over the soft ones, just my personal preference.

 

[Dogmeat]

I'm a gal looking into buying shin/knee guards.
Have any of you tried the Sixsixone
They have hard and an option of soft that gets hard on impact?
Any info would be appreciated.
Thank you

IMO, get a cheap pair of CCM or Bauer hockey shin guards .... Virtually all the knee-shin guards on the market today are made for MX, which means they don't work very well for snowmobile boots. Hockey skates are similar to snowmobile boots, so the shin/knee guards fit a lot better with snowmobile boots than the MX style shin guards do ..... Trust me, i've tried like 4 different styles and brands of MX shin guards sledding, and the day I put my CCM hockey shin pads on, I never looked back

 

[FatDogX]

Speaking of knee guards, if anyone is interested, I've got an extra pair of brand new Fly Pivot 5 knee guards for sale. Great new guards, comfortable and don't restrict you.

http://www.snowest.com/forum/showthread.php?t=365008

 

[Roly]

Knne guards TAKE NOTE

While on a trip last year my son slid his knee down the running board and as a result his pants which had a soft knee shin guard cut and allowed for a huge gash. Luckily a member of our group was able to stitch him up in the field (No freezing ug) till we could get to a hospital where they put 18 stiches into him. As a result of this ordeal, nothing but hard guards for us.

 

[mutti_wilson]

I bought a pair of 661 hard shin guards last year and really like them. I like the extra strap around the thigh that keeps it from sliding down. Comfy and the protection is solid. They are pretty cheap if you look around.

http://www.allsportprotection.com/SixSixOne_Comp_Knee_p/6610071.htm?1=1&CartID=0

 

[DTR]

I have used the Fox Racing Titian Pro for years and absolutely love them! They stay in place on my knees better than the 6-6-1 or other soft Fox Racing ones. Once I put them on, they don't seem to move. They others I was always adjusting back up to my knee.

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