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[Closed] Knee pads for a large thighed being

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Hi,

I want some knee pads for trail riding but I have a large thighs and calf's (25 inch thighs and 19 inch calf's), is anybody in the same boat and could they recommend a lightweight knee pad?

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Posted : 11/02/2013 2:58 pm
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661 veggies are huge mate. wanna buy some?

 
Posted : 11/02/2013 3:06 pm
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I have similarly dimensioned legs and was looking for the same. Just bought (as in picked up from the PO today) some G-Form pads. Done a quick fit test in the office and they seem fine. Very light, flexible and seem comfortable. Similar material to the D3o's but £40 from g-form uk. Quick dispatch too!

Remains to be seen how they are in use but I'm hopeful... Not used pads before...

 
Posted : 11/02/2013 3:18 pm
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I can tell you what not to get of that helps!
I have Fox Launch Pro large/xl and have 21"/15.5" legs, they are very tight, so would be too tight for you.

 
Posted : 11/02/2013 3:20 pm
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What size G-Forms did you get, MoN?

 
Posted : 11/02/2013 3:22 pm
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I ordered the XL size. There is a size guide on the G-form website, http://g-form.com/products/knee-pad/ they go up to a 3XL. You may need a larger size than me, my calf is 17inches/thigh 20inches but you measure the centre of the knee for sizing of these. They are pretty stretchy though!

 
Posted : 11/02/2013 4:00 pm
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Best way is to go to your lbs and try some. I have really large legs and struggled to find any to fit me. Ended up getting [url= http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=72481 ]661 evo [/url] in xl. Perfect fit and lightweight so suitable for all day riding. Guys from my lbs were more than happy to match CRC price, bonus.

 
Posted : 11/02/2013 4:08 pm
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A very quick measure says i'm similar dimensions to the OP and i use XL Race Face dig knee pads. They fit me pretty well although i have never tried any others.

 
Posted : 11/02/2013 4:20 pm
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thanks for the responses, i'll probably have a look at the 661 evo's or similar.

 
Posted : 11/02/2013 5:08 pm