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Warlord · May 26, 2019

This is a weird one, but worth highlighting to those that may be interested.

Last year, while riding in deep ruts, I became aware how vulnerable my knees were. So did some research and found these....

POD K8 Carbon Version 2 knee braces.

Anyways, they're SO COMFORTABLE I now wear them all the time for road riding. I've ditched every single knee pad armour in my trousers.... Klim Badlands, Draggin Jeans, Alpinestars Tech-Road, everything except leather trousers (as they won't fit under leather).

Reason being, once fitted I forget they're there, gives you massive better protection than crappy floating knee pads (which may not even stay in place)....

Very streamlined so gripping the tank with your knees is still the same, nothing bulky getting in the way.

So heads up.... they're very good :thumb2

Warlord · May 26, 2019

Review video here....

Run Forest...... Run :aidan

(RIP) Edvard Munch · May 26, 2019

Hmmm.

Been thinking of something like these myself.

Some of my troos are cargo style and I can vouch for the fact the armour doesn't stay in place...........ooh me knees.

They look very 'techy'........are they really comfortable?

Mark Hooton · May 26, 2019

Sounds good, I know what you mean by floating knee pads - just a shame they would make me look like a fat, old power ranger/transformer (with a drink problem)

Nonetheless thanks for sharing what looks like a great product

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Warlord · May 26, 2019

Edvard Munch said:
'........are they really comfortable?

Go try them for yourself. But YES they are REALLY comfortable (for me anyways).

I had these on every day when touring last week. 10 hours a day, constant. No issues at all, none.

They're very good.

AND, it's not only your knees they protect, you've got the carbon frame going midway up your thigh and midway down your shin. No issues with boots fitting as they're so slim.

Warlord · May 26, 2019

Mark Hooton said:
Sounds good, I know what you mean by floating knee pads - just a shame they would make me look like a fat, old power ranger/transformer (with a drink problem)

Nonetheless thanks for sharing what looks like a great product

I went to my Mums the other day, when I got there I changed into shorts.... but left the knee braces on

... she was fascinated so much she took a picture.

I think it looks like exoskeleton or something

But again testament to how comfy they are as you don't feel the need to take them off

Mark Hooton · May 26, 2019

Yeah, they really do sound awesome and comfy - I was doing ten hours a day also during my trip to Corsica and they would have been just the ticket. I may just get a set to remind myself what a dick i’ll look in them lol

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Mark Hooton · May 26, 2019

Not knocking them, far from it, and it’s just an observation but it is yet ANOTHER bit of kit we would have to put on - by the time I’ve done my hair too I’d miss all the days riding lol ffs

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Warlord · May 26, 2019

Mark Hooton said:
Not knocking them, far from it, and it’s just an observation but it is yet ANOTHER bit of kit we would have to put on - by the time I’ve done my hair too I’d miss all the days riding lol ffs

Haha, you know what..... getting ready to ride normally takes forever, but you soon get into a routine.

Warlord · May 26, 2019

I would never have done it for road riding myself.... but since I got them for off-roading, and then realised how comfy and well protected they are.... no brainer.

Unless you tell people you're wearing them under trousers, they'll never know !

Mark Hooton · May 26, 2019

Yeah, well said - as an aside I use one of those tethered ‘air bag’ installed jackets, protects the spine without which even talking could be an issue after a spill. So yeah I get (and practice) what you are saying

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JohnnyBoxer · May 26, 2019

Warlord said:
Haha, you know what..... getting ready to ride normally takes forever, but you soon get into a routine.

Half an hour prep..... 10 hours riding in comfort..... 1 day in an accident...... couple of days to recover.

10 mins prep.... 10 hours riding in comfort.... 1 day in an accident...... lifetime of pain and could've, should've stories

I watched some off road riders put their armour gear on in a cottage were sharing, for an event
Looked like they were getting ready for battle or MadMax

How much are these braces ?

Warlord · May 26, 2019

Mark Hooton said:
Yeah, well said - as an aside I use one of those tethered ‘air bag’ installed jackets, protects the spine without which even talking could be an issue after a spill. So yeah I get (and practice) what you are saying

Sorry, don't mean to sound like I'm preaching :beerjug:

Mark Hooton · May 26, 2019

If course you ain’t fella - I’m just agreeing totally and ride safe

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Warlord · May 26, 2019

JohnnyBoxer said:
I watched some off road riders put their armour gear on in a cottage were sharing, for an event
Looked like they were getting ready for battle or MadMax

How much are these braces ?

Around £600 to £650 for the pair. But these are the top Carbon Fibre jobbies.

They do cheaper versions but I can't vouch for those as I've never tried them.

I went for the K8 Carbon purely because they are so slimline and did not want bulky stuff to wear.

Arsey · May 26, 2019

Look really good. Just watched the video.
I’ve had 3 knee ops and though my knees aren’t too bad , I could use these for riding and also for skiing by the sounds of it.
So they obviously fit under jeans ok ? I have Rokker Revolution jeans which aren’t particular tight.
Where did you buy them ? Do you wear that sleeve shown in some vids underneath ? If so, doesn’t it get a bit warm in the summer ?
Ta.

Edited to add...

Fuck it.I’ve ordered a pair from 1stMX.

They knocked off the VAT and free postage.Went for the sleeves and bag too.

You can get the previous version of the K8 for £ 200 off but not sure how much better the mark2 is.

Warlord · May 26, 2019

The sleeves are kinky as fuck. basically womens hold-up stockings

but yes I use those occassionally when I'm not wearing Marino Leggings.

In summer and hot temps I'll be wearing these K8's with Kevlar jeans. Allow max airflow.

Let me know how you get on with them Arsey

Yox · May 26, 2019

I highly recommend good knee armour, this is a result of a 30mph RTA where a car turned into me, so I wouldn't worry about what wearing knee armour looks like

Warlord · May 26, 2019

Yox said:
I highly recommend good knee armour, this is a result of a 30mph RTA where a car turned into me, so I wouldn't worry about what wearing knee armour looks like

Two naughty Jack Russells?

Warlord · May 26, 2019

Arsey said:
You can get the previous version of the K8 for £ 200 off but not sure how much better the mark2 is.

The K8 Version 1 are very different, as the knee protector gets pushed outwards when you bend your knee.... this means it highly restricts what you wear over them.

The K8 Version 2 is completely redesigned and fits very flush to the knee, and is flexible to adapt to what you are wearing.

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