Reliable mountain bike protection doesn't have to be bulky and cumbersome, the SingleTrack Lite Elbow Protector II proving this point brilliantly. A lightweight Lycra sleeve construction keeps flexibility and comfort at its best. If and when you do take a fall, then the multi-density perforated PU foam takes the impact while abrasion resistance panels protect against knocks and scrapes from trailside overgrowth. Silicone grippers keep the protector in place without adding bulk.
It's a fact of life that if you're mountain biking there will be those times you push grip levels a bit too hard and you end up in the dirt rather unexpectedly. The SingleTrack Elbow Protector IIs ensure you're not left bloodied and bruised when that happens. The layered memory foam used is flexible so you don't feel hindered by the pads and yet it's brilliant at absorbing impact forces when you take a tumble. Velcro® straps hold the pads resolutely in place while open-mesh panels and a terry lining deals with moisture and enhances comfort as you warm up.
If like us you don't always want the burliest of protection when riding but still want confidence you'll have protection in a rash, the MT500 D3O® Ghost Elbow Protectors are ideal. Using an impact-absorbing D3O® Ghost Insert, you'll find you enjoy plenty of flexibility and protection in a lightweight package. Endura combines a stretch ripstop outer sleeve and a quick-wicking, breathable mesh, ensuring the p[ads are plenty tough enough for off-road life while also dealing quickly with sweat build-up. An elastic cuff and silicone gripper also keep your pads locked in place. D3O® Ghost Insert Made with D3O® Impact Print™ technology, the D3O® Ghost Insert offers their most flexible impact protection yet. The unique geometry also conforms to the body even better, making sure you're never restricted in your movements - vital for mountain bike riding.
In order to achieve pads that are super comfortable to wear without feeling restrictive POC make use of VPD and a kevlar reinforced stretch fabric that allows the pad to conform to your body shape. You get hard shell style protection with the flexibility of a soft shell pad. You can hit your favourite runs at full speed confident that your POC armour has you covered. Visco-Elastic Polymer DoughVPD is used throughout POC's body armour range to offer extreme impact absorption, allowing a lightweight and comfortable approach to cycling protection. VPD's flexible nature means that it will shape to your body, creating an unparalleled fit that is truly customised. The material hardens during impact, so the flexibility doesn't come at the cost of protection. VPD is able to maintain a high absorption level where other protection garments may see effectiveness drop after every knock. This means that POC's body armour gives you long lasting effectiveness for consistent protection so it doesn't let you down when you need it most. Delivering anatomical and ergonomical fit means a fantastic level of comfort that results in a huge amount of free movement that more rigid materials can't offer. VPD also offers great ventilation to keep you cool and comfortable when you're riding hard.
The Joint VPD Air Elbow pads have been developed for riders who want maximum flexibility, excellent ventilation and fantastic freedom of movement so that you can forget about them and concentrate on enjoying your riding. Only when you take a stack will you appreciate the VPD protection as it absorbs the impact, leaving you to dust yourself off and get riding again. The Joint VPD Air Elbow pads are a light-duty elbow pad featuring a Crash Retention Strap (CRS) and neoprene anti-slip to ensure a comfortable fit, even in rough riding conditions. Visco-Elastic Polymer Dough VPD is used throughout POC's body armour range to offer extreme impact absorption, allowing a lightweight and comfortable approach to cycling protection. VPD's flexible nature means that it will shape to your body, creating an unparalleled fit that is truly customised. The material hardens during impact, so the flexibility doesn't come at the cost of protection. VPD is able to maintain a high absorption level whereas other protection garments may see effectiveness drop after every knock. This means that POC's body armour gives you long-lasting effectiveness for consistent protection so it doesn't let you down when you need it most. Delivering anatomical and ergonomic fit means a fantastic level of comfort that results in a huge amount of free movement that more rigid materials can't offer. VPD also offers great ventilation to keep you cool and comfortable when you're riding hard.
POC Fabio Wibmer Special Edition Fabio Wibmer is at the forefront of progressive freeride mountain biking and is well known for his mind-blowing video edits. You can't forget his amazing ski-resort escapades or thrilling urban adventures. POC now give you the chance to own a Fabio special edition product, based on proven POC technology and with Fabio's design input. You just need to push your skills to be the next Fabio. Flexible Impact Protection The VPD Air Elbow Pads have been engineered for those of you who want a pad that offers excellent elbow protection while also giving enhanced flexibility, ventilation and freedom of movement for mountain biking. You can then concentrate on picking the best lines, not on uncomfortable pads. If you do take an unfortunate slam, you'll appreciate the shock-absorbing qualities of the VPD armour found within the Air pads. It's soft and flexible when you're pedalling but hardens upon impact, soaking up impact forces in order to keep your elbows safe. Jump back on and keep pushing your limits. The elastic strap and neoprene anti-slip material ensure a comfortable fit, even in rough riding conditions, helping prevent slippage as you ride. Visco-Elastic Polymer Dough VPD allows a lightweight and comfortable approach to cycling protection. VPD's flexible nature means that it will shape to your body, creating an unparalleled fit that is truly customised. The material hardens during impact, so the flexibility doesn't come at the cost of protection. VPD is able to maintain a high absorption level where other protective garments may see effectiveness drop after every knock. Delivering an anatomical and ergonomic fit means a fantastic level of comfort that results in a huge amount of free movement that more rigid materials can't offer.
Providing the ultimate experience on the beaten path, IXS' Flow Evo+ Elbow Guard is extremely comfortable and perfect for rides that keep you in the saddle morning, noon and night. Boasting expert input from the legendary Hans Rey they offer unrivalled protection when kicking up roost and the extremely thin look means they can be worn easily under your favourite trail long sleeve top. Incredibly durable, the Flow Evo+ Elbow Guard has a rebound foam padding to absorb impacts and the open cell foam compound ensures your joints stay safe should you suffer an unexpected fall from the bike. Should you be an offroad rider who loves exploding into berms and kickers, the elbow guards are highly breathable to ensure sweat doesn’t get the better of you. An Aeromesh improves moisture wicking to eliminate odours and the ergonomic design maximises safety with minimal volume. Your guardian angel on the trail, IXS’ Flow Evo+ Elbow Guards are a must for offroad shredders who love to ride aggressively.
Delivering luxurious comfort without compromising on performance, the Carve Evo+ Elbow Guards are all you need for days spent exploring the beaten path. Their lightweight design allows for free and easy pedalling while the ergonomic design works with your leg movement to act with a second-skin fit. To keep you protected from rough edges and unforgiving terrain, the XmatterTM protection foam absorbs impacts to help avoid cuts and bruises Inspired Confidence When approaching kickers and berms, there’s nothing better than having full faith in your body armour should you suffer an unexpected fall. Adding layers of safety to your ride, you also benefit from the high-end breathability that works to maximise the flow of air around the elbow. Reducing sweat and the build-up of unwanted odours, the AeroMeshTM is anti-bacterial, moisture wicking and extremely comfortable. Should you decide it’s time to up the ante and kick up roost aggressively, the Silicon stoppers work to maintain the positioning of the pads. When you take your ride offroad be sure to carve up the trail with these outstanding elbow guards.
Taking a tumble and falling off is an almost inevitable part of mountain biking, particularly so as you increase your confidence and start looking to take on more technical trails. And for those times when you do come off your bike, the Hack Race Elbow Pads ensure you're not left bruised. The Qmatter padding provides protection against sharp impacts and this works with the outer impact shell to dissipate impact forces. Dust yourself down and keep riding. To keep you comfortable on the trail, the sleeve is made of AeroMesh. This is light but tough and is both breathable and quick-wicking, preventing you from being drenched in sweat after a riding session. Adjustment straps top and bottom make it easy to dial in the fit and keep the pads secure.
Tough but light, protective but flexible, the Carve Race Elbow Pads make no compromises to your protection in a crash but still offer superb riding comfort. The first line of defence is the low-friction elbow shell, fending off sharp impacts and also allowing the pad to slide easier in a high-speed fall. This outer is backed-up by the Xmatter foam, dissipating impact forces in a crash, protecting your elbow from harm. In order to maintain excellent flexibility and comfort on your mountain bike, the Carve Race Elbow Pads are made with AeroMesh, a light, quick-wicking and breathable material. This means you'll enjoy full mobility across any trail. LoopLock straps top and bottom provide easy adjustability and keep the pads in place.
With their combination of lightweight, breathable tubular mesh body and highly-vented NockOut padding and shock-absorbing Xmatter foam protection, the Flow Light Elbow Guards deliver unrivalled flexibility, low weight, comfort and superb breathability. For the demands of fast, flowing MTB trails they won't restrict your movement or weigh you down and the mesh body prevents excess sweat from building up. And not just that, they're also compact enough to slip in a backpack when not needed. Xmatter Protection Across the elbow, you'll find iXs' Xmatter padding, ergonomically shaped for a perfect fit. This is a viscoelastic polymer that provides optimal impact force absorption while remaining highly flexible - ideal for both on-the-bike mobility and freedom of movement. Its open-cell structure also enables it to withstand multiple impacts while still retaining exemplary shock-absorbing properties. The padding is also removable, allowing you to pop your pads in the wash or replace pads that have seen the end of their useful life.
A great introduction to the iXS protection line, the Hack Evo+ Elbow Guards are ideal for those of you new mountain bikers just starting out on your adventures or more experienced riders seeking a great value protection option. Inspired by the characteristics of the Flow and Carve pads, the Hack Evo's offer a lightweight and flexible fit. This is thanks to the AeroMesh construction. This high-performance 3D mesh is both breathable and quick-wicking, preventing sweat build-up. An anti-bacterial finish also combats odour and prevents any itchiness that bacterial build-up can cause. Qmatter Protection Across the elbow, you'll find iXs' Qmatter padding, ergonomically shaped for a perfect fit and optimal flexibility. Absorbing impact energy, and meeting the EN1621 level 1 standard, Qmatter padding ensures that you enjoy protection in the event of a crash - and all being well you can dust yourself down and keep riding.