Kids Protective Padding Sizing Guide
Knee and Elbow Pads can be worn by kids to protect them from any spills while riding and learning to ride.
We have a selection of padding for recreation riders and mountain bikers. From toddlers to youth.
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Knee Pad Measurements
To get the right size knee pad you need to know your child’s thigh measurement. Please note that height is a really important measurement for the Mountain Bike Knee Pads.
The best way to measure is with a tape measure. If you don’t have a tape measure use a piece of string or some wool then lay this out along a ruler.
Firstly you will need to find the point 2cm above the top of their knee cap.
Place the tape measure around your kids thigh at this point (2cm above top of knee cap).
- See the size chart below to help with choosing the most comfortable size. If your measurement is close to or right between sizes think about a couple of things… This product is designed to fit securely over your knee – a size that is too small will restrict their ability to move their knee.
- Both the knee & elbow pads have velcro strapping above & below the knee to assist with good fit. This strapping may need to be trimmed.
Kids Mountain Bike/Performance Knee Pads
The Mountain Bike Knee Pad is a durable yet comfortable pull on style pad. There are three size options with velcro tightening above and below the joint so good fit can be achieved.
Toddler/Kids/Youth Recreation Knee Pads
The Recreation Knee Pad is a lightweight velcro closing pad open to the rear of the pad. The velcro is long for good adjustment but will need to be trimmed (allow for growth).
Elbow Pad Measurements
To get the right size elbow pad you need to know your child’s arm measurement.
The best way to measure is with a tape measure. If you don’t have a tape measure use a piece of string or some wool then lay this out along a ruler.
UPPER ARM MEASUREMENT – Firstly you will need to find the widest point of the upper arm (bicep). This measurement is a relaxed arm circumference, relax your hand and measure with a close to straight elbow… (your bicep needs to be relaxed not tensed).Â
Place the tape measure around the bicep at the widest point (above elbow), making sure it is horizontal all the way around the arm.
- See the size chart below to help with choosing the most comfortable size. If your measurement is close to or right between sizes think about a couple of things… This product is designed to fit securely over the elbow – a size that is too small will restrict their ability to move their arm.
- Both the knee & elbow pads have velcro strapping above & below the joint to assist with good fit. This strapping may need to be trimmed.
Toddler/Kids Recreation Elbow Pads
The Recreation Elbow Pad s a velcro closing pad open to the rear of the pad. The velcro is long for good adjustment but will need to be trimmed (allow for growth).
We are always here to help. If you are having trouble deciding which size will work for you. Please give us a call on 021 02515576 or 0800 443377 or drop us an email at CONTACT goRide
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