Joint VPD Air Elbow Pads
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We're guessing you're not the biggest fan of being held back with bulky padding, whether that's flicking your bike around a berm at high speeds or pumping through a flowing section of trail. However, you probably still desire a bit more protection than going sans pads, especially on those days when you're riding technical trails with sharp rocks and bigger drops posing a threat to exposed body parts. POC developed the Joint VPD Air Elbow Pads for these scenarios where you need a bit more padding, but don't want to be held back from moving naturally on the trail.
The secret to its flexible design with high levels of protection lies in POC's VPD padding. Standing for visco-elastic polymer dough, VPD remains soft and pliable around your elbow, but then firms up the instant you smack it against an immovable piece rock lining the trail. This way, you'll be able to ride freely and without restriction, plus you'll remain protected from crashes along the way. It's really the perfect pad for someone who normally doesn't wear pads, providing greater protection than nothing at all, but without weighing you down or making you adjust your riding style.
Details
- Lightweight, flexible elbow pads for everyday trail rides
- VPD foam remains soft and pliable, then hardens upon impact
- Crash Retention Strap and neoprene anti-slip grip
- Reinforced stretch fabric is flexible and breathable
- Item #POC00BC
- Material
- VPD padding, reinforced stretch fabric
- Closure
- crash retention strap, neoprene anti-slip grip
- Protection Area
- elbows
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
Reviews
Q&A
Overall Rating
4 based on 5 ratings
Review Summary
Fits True To Size
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJuly 11, 2021
Comfortable and good protection
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
I?m wearing these pads on every ride, and they don?t bother me at all, even in hot weather. They fit me very well, and don?t move at all. I?ve ?tested? them twice in a crash, landing on my elbow/forearm in both cases at high enough speed to slide a little. Excellent protection both times, walked away without a scratch.
Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com
September 18, 2020
Don?t stay put
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
I want to like these elbow pads but they just don?t stay in place. By the end of a descent they are around my wrists no matter how tight I make the Velcro strap. Seems like it would make sense to add a strap to the upper arm as well.
Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com
August 7, 2020
There when you need them and barely know
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
I just rode 2 full hardcore downhill days and a 25 mile xc day and was so glad to have the pads. They paid for themselves already. A little irritating on the arm occasionally but the shape keeps them in place plus you have the straps. I originally ordered the g-force but the fit was not good. My friends had g force pads as rental equipment and they were constantly round their ankles. Very pleased with my purchase.
Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com
June 24, 2020
Fit tiny arms
I have a hard time finding elbow guard that would fit me. Everything ends up loose. My biceps is 9 inches and this XS fit me perfectly. If I wear this over my sun sleeve then it fit snugly. If your biceps is bigger than 9 inches, I would recommend you go for size S or bigger.
Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com
June 7, 2020
Pretty good, if sweaty
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
I?m using these for flatland skating and they provide plenty of protection for my purposes. The guides on POC?s website suggested I order Medium, which turned out to be comically small. The large ones fit well and I have had no problem with slipping. They have a strap around the bottom that can be cinched down for those who need it. I find this mostly a hassle as it can tangle a little when you?re putting them on. My only complaint is that they make my arms sweat more than my old hardshell ones did.
Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com
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