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ION K Lite – In our 2022 trail knee pad group test

German manufacturer ION has its roots in the water sports sector, where it’s known primarily for wetsuits. However, in 2012 they added an entire bike line to their product range, which includes clothing, accessories and protection. For 2022, the K Lite was redeveloped from the ground up and designed to offer medium impact protection for enduro oriented riding – which makes it a perfect match for this test! A medium strength material lines the side panels of the pads while a thin mesh patch covers the back of the knee.

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Fox Launch D3O® – In our 2022 trail knee pad group test

Fox Racing is an American manufacturer that specialises in the manufacture of technical clothing and protection for motocross and mountain biking. The Launch D3O® is their medium-gauge, Level 1 certified knee pad, which is designed for daily trail adventures. The sleeve is made entirely of a sturdy material and features a Velcro fastener both at the thigh- and calf-end.

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Chromag Rift – In our 2022 trail knee pad group test

Chromag are based in Whistler, the World’s undisputed mountain biking Mecca. While the Canadian manufacturer is mainly known for its bike frames and components like handlebars, stems and pedals, it also includes a wide range of clothing in its portfolio. The Rift knee pad sports a discreet design and is made entirely of a lightweight mesh, with an abrasion-resistant material lining the sewn-in protector. At 147 g, the Rift is one of the lightest knee pads in this test, while its € 101.95 price tag makes it slightly more expensive than the average.

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AMPLIFI Havok Knee Zip – In 2022 our trail knee pad group test

AMPLIFI is a Bavarian sports equipment brand that specialises in the manufacture of protectors, bags and accessories for ski, snowboard and mountain biking. With its Level 2 certification, the Havok Knee Zip should ensure a high level of protection. In our lab test, it ranked second right behind the POC Joint VPD 2.0 Knee, measuring 11 kN residual force at 3.8 ms. However, at 213 g and €119, it also ranks alongside the heaviest and most expensive pads in the test field.

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Alpinestars Paragon Plus – In our 2022 trail knee pads group test

While Alpinestars are mainly known as a manufacturer of clothing and protective gear for motocross, the Italian brand also offers a wide range of MTB-specific products. The Paragon Plus knee pad is made entirely of a thin material and forgoes Velcro straps, relying on an elasticated sleeve design with a sewn-in insert instead, with silicone strips on the thigh and back of the knee preventing it from slipping.

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