Protective Gear
To keep the fatties protected from the thrills and spills of riding, check out some great products that keep us from looking like a bruised banana!
Dainese 3x Knee & Elbow Pads
Now as our riding is getting a little more interesting it's now come to invest in some protection. Not only are these pads good looking they are going to protect me from serious woundage!! Both the 2008 3x knee & elbow pads feature:-
Hard plate material: Polypropylene
Soft padding material: Perforated polyethylene Composite protectors
Soft paddings Homologation CE EN 1621.1 Ultra-ventilated soft padding
Closing/Adjusting system: 3 adjustable straps
The 2008 3x elbow pads are of the same design and like the knee pads & are super comfortable, fit under your DH jersey and do not cause my limbs to boil over when wearing them. The Elbow pads were voted most wanted by MBUK so can't be a bad thing!
Troy Lee Descender Protector Suit
Designed for racers who demand the ultimate in protection and comfort while racing along at high speeds.
The Descender Protector features a sewn-in full mesh liner (which provides a comfortable fit with optimal air circulation); perforated high-density bio-foam; and 13 different polycarbonate plastic shoulder, elbow, forearm and spine guards. While the polycarbonate guards and bio-foam work marvels in absorbing harsh impact, a built-in kidney belt works to keep the suit in place, while also supporting the lower back.
The slipper-fit Kyle Straits are, without a doubt, the most comfortable pad on test. Thanks in part to an asymmetric design and well-ventilated fabrics; they are truly a fit-and-forget garment. Although flexible, the main plastic knee shell is flimsy compared to the others on test, but protection is supplemented by foam padding on either side of the knee cap to guard against impacts such as top-tube knocks
T.S.G Evolution Helmet 
Super lightweight and super strong skate style helmet or sometimes known as piss pots,these come in plain or graphic design Arnie, Jase and Beany have been using the for a while now and it was time for me to join them...
Economical full finger glove for BMX or MTB
Top Features of the SixSixOne Comp Long Finger GlovesProtective TPR rubber, embossed Airprene and vented Spandura® mesh back for maximum protection and breathability
Full cuff with Velcro® closure to seal out dirt
Durable reinforced thumb and lightly padded palm areas
Synthetic leather palm is machine washable
Spandura® mesh fingers area keep the air flowing to keep you cool & dry
Flexible Airprene & TR ruber protects knuckle area
Royal Racing Pro Gloves
Royal Racing Pro Gloves The ultimate performance glove
Top Features of the Royal Racing Pro Gloves. Aggressive pre-curved shaped fit, 4 way stretch with sweat wicking quick drying body fabric, Sticky print palm detail.
Now My Riding is getting more downhill orientated a piss pot helmet just doesn't cut it anymore so moving towards a moto inspired lid was the way to go.
The Strike is a Moto inspired full face lid with great styling and superb protection, it features a quantity of vents around the chinguard, top and lower back of the helmet so to keep your head comfortable and well vented.
- Tough injection molded polycarbonate shell
- Adjustable 3-point attached, moto-style visor with aluminum screws
- Moto styling inspired shell is sleeker and closer fitting
- EPS foam inner liner
- Crash replacement policy
- Meets CPSC standards for bicycle helmets
As soon as I got this out of its box, I wanted it to look different so with an added touch of flair, my good pal Dan Groth took some time to paint my lid! Cheers Dan!
