G-Form Pro-X knee pads review
A little extra protection is always a good thing.
Lowdown: G-Form Pro-X Knee Pads
The combination of ever-more-capable bikes, enduro racing, and the fact that technology has improved by leaps and bounds has spawned all manner of lightweight mountain bike pads. Indeed, no longer are the bike park and downhill race tracks the sole realm of protection-wearing riders. I do little more than tackle “aggressive” XC trails, but almost always toss a set of pads in my hydration pack — or even roll out with them already on. One of the biggest players in this rapidly emerging market is G-Form. Keep reading to find out what we thought of their lightweight Pro-X knee pads.
| Padding: Reactive protection technology | Colors: charcoal; yellow; black/yellow |
| Weight: 170 grams (pair size large) | Price: $70 |
| Sizes: XS-XXL |
Rating:  4.5 out of 5 |
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Review: G-Form Pro-X Knee Pads
Full disclosure: I have yet to crash while wearing these pads, so the most I can say about their protective abilities is to point to the G-Form provided stats below, which indicate they do a solid job, especially when compared to the competition. But those are their numbers, not Mtbr’s, so take them for what you will. I’ll do a lot of things in the name of product testing. But channeling my inner crash test dummy is not one of them.
Net weight is 170 grams for the pair, size large.
What I can say is that these are bar none the most comfortable, unobtrusive lightweight knee pads I’ve ever worn. Indeed, they feel more like knee warmers than knee pads. And that’s what makes them great. Unless it’s a really hot day, or you’re climbing for hours, there is really no reason to take them off. The low weight and articulated design make them easy to pedal in whether going up or down. As an added bonus they provide a little welcome warmth on cool days.
Statistics provided by G-Form and have not been verified by Mtbr.
I’ve used these pads for everything from mellow bike park sessions, to multi-hour backcountry XC adventures with 1000s of feet of climbing. Not once did they slip out of place, chafe my skin, or otherwise cause complaint. If it was really cooking outside, I’d simply slide them off my knees and down to my ankles, then twist the pads 90 degrees to the outside, assuring no drivetrain interference. At 85 grams a piece, you barely notice they are there.
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