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Rucanor SUPER SMASH snowboard Elbow or Knee Pads

Rucanor

Our Price
£11.95

Choice of Sizes - XXS to XL

Black

Availability:
In Stock, expected despatch on:
Friday, 25 May 2012

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Super comfy hi-density foam knee or elbow pads for snowboarding or skiing
ESSENTIAL for learning to snowboard on dry slopes.

These knee pads were originally designed for volleyball but when we tried them out, we found out they actually worked really well for snowboarding too. They come with our endorsement! Rucanor make an even cheaper model but, to be honest, they are not up to the job!

The price is for a pair.

Wear Them as Knee Pads
Discreet or what, slip these Rucanor super smash knee pads under your snowboard pants and you'll be the only one who knows they are there. Why wear knee protectors? Even if you do not wipe out, snowboarders spend hours kneeling in the snow - these babies will not only stop you from freezing, they will protect your knees from repeated impacts on compacted piste or ice each time you drop onto your knees. Do not leave home without them!

Or, Wear Them as Elbow Pads
These knee pads also work superbly well as elbow pads. Just select 2 sizes smaller!

Features Include:

  • Extra wide high density sponge padding for optimum shock absorption
  • S.I.P. side impact protection foam for awkward falls - NB we do NOT sell the cheaper Rucanor smash knee pads because they do not have S.I.P.
  • Flexible anatomical shape
  • Provides knee support without restricting movement
  • Elasticated back panel, allowing comfortable free movement and bending of the knee or elbow
  • 50% polyester, 50% textured polyester


Sizing

  • With a STRAIGHT leg or arm, measure around your knee cap or elbow at the middle most point ie exactly where there is a crease in the skin.
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  • Alternatively, as a quick guide, men should choose the same size as their jacket for knee pads ie medium jacket = medium knee pads and 2 sizes smaller for elbow pads ie medium jacket = XS elbow pads.
  • Alternatively, as a quick guide, women should choose one size smaller their jacket for knee pads ie medium jacket = small knee pads and 3 sizes smaller for elbow pads ie medium jacket = XXS elbow pads.



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Simon
Best bit of snowboard kit I ever bought
Really sound investment. Never had knee pads last year but most of my mates did. These are so much better than the big chunky skateboard ones - you forget you are wearing them after a while. Saves loadsa pain!
Sharon
I NEVER agree with scousers
but on this ocassion I do! These knee pads are really the best snowboard investment I ever made!
Thomas Lewington
Excellent piece of kit
When on the board you don't notice them, the only time you notice them is when you are kneeling in the snow and it doesn't hurt.
Thomas Goreham
A.Mazing
I thought this kit was AMazing. Does not hurt and you forget you are wearing them. Saves a lot and lot of pain
Heidi Lockwood
Wicked bargain!
Fab knee pads, saved my knees endless amounts of time whilst learning to snowboard. Will continue to wear 'em, they are comfy and you really do forget you have them on!
Ali
The best knee pads!
I actually bought these knee pads for my judo, for which they are great. They are really supportive and the padding is great. But I will also use them for my snowboarding, replacing my uncomfortable skateboarding pads which are not a patch on these. Great for all sports!
Anna
Excellant
Used these pads for both my knees and elbows...and they were brill...i've come back with far less bruises this year! I would say though to buy one size up from the reccomenation's for women...i think mine were just that bit too tight and almost cut off my circulation!
Caroline
No more bruises!
Great invention. As a typical woman who bruises very easily, these saved me a lot of pain last winter and made me feel much more confident boarding as I wasn't scared to fall over! Agree with Anna about the women's rough sizing guide - I am a small jacket size, bought medium pads after reading Anna's advice and still thought they were too tight! Maybe I have fat knees?! Make sure you measure yourself properly I would suggest.
Elsa
Great for learning
Great knee pads. I have used them for years and they are great for high impact or hard floors/slopes without restricting your movement. Falling over is a big part of learning and a tenner is a small price to pay to reduce the bruising - well worth it.
Claire Goddard
Awesome
I bought these knee pads after reading other reviews on the net. After a few hard knocks on holiday my knees were still in tact! Good fit, you forget you are wearing them! 5/5 :o)
Jayne Scarisbrick
A must for newbie boarders - no black knees for me!
A mate lent me some knee pads as a learner boarder as I spent a lot of times banging down on my knees and coming back from holiday with very black knees!! So this year I bought some of my own and went for these. They are a great help in preventing brusies and help with building your confidence as you know you're not going to hurt as much when you clatter down on the knees. They are also great for kneeling in the snow before you stand up if you starting on a toe edge. The downsides I found were that I bought too small a size even though I measured my knee using the description. The diameter of my knee was in the middle of the size range for small so I didn't expect to have any size issues so I didn't try them on pre-holiday. When I had to wear them they did a pinch a little at the back of my knee but nothing too unbearable if I had to compare to the sore knees of not wearing them. Also I think I would prefer a pair with adjustable straps then the solid sleeve as it makes wearing them over the thermals easier hence the 4 star rating but that's probably a personal preference. I would recommend all newbie boarders wear a pair of knee pads but just take care on the sizing with this brand.
Nicola Jack
Will never board again without them!
I've nevwe worn any kind of padding, but with these, not only do they prevent bruising, you have no idea you are wearing them and they are really comfy when stopping and kneeling on the snow. A MUST buy for anyone!
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