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So, I went to check out some knee guards today in Bangalore. First went to Church Street, to check out Thor Knee Guards in Biking Spirit. Sadly, the store was not there. Came to know that the shop has closed last week. So headed towards Lalbagh to check some cheaper stuffs. So posting the first impressions which I felt after checking some of those.
AXO Knee and Elbow Guards:
Have seen lots of people using these set of knee guards. Pretty decent for its price and might save you in case of any incident. Standing straight is a bit uncomfortable. Padding is very thin and cheap quality. But for the price, we cannot expect much.
Alpinestars
Knee and Elbow Guard:
The worst set I've seen so far today. Not at all recommended even if you're looking for cheap set. The folding joint seemed weak, might break if in case you hit something with your knee while walking. No words for padding.
Alpinestars bionic Knee Guard (original):
This one looks huge. Build quality is sooper, though, I felt, the quality could have been better for the price. I'm not complaining about the product, but seemed bit overpriced comparing other A* stuffs available. Covers most the knee area, though not sure how skinny legged people will find the fitting of this one.
Knee joint mechanism is remarkably smooth.
Scoyco K11 Knee and Elbow Guard:
Not a bionic set, but I felt pretty comfortable wearing the knee guards. Didn't feel any obstruction while standing after wearing these. Looks good, and outer shell is strong enough. Inner padding is soft, and will help in absorbing any impact. But comes as a set of 4 (2 Knee / 2 Elbow).
Fox Unknown Knee Guard:
Trust me, this is the best knock off I have ever seen (quality-wise). The outer shell is strong and inner padding is good. And the knee guards look big compared to others. The knee joint is pretty smooth too. I also liked the locking system of the straps, no Velcro used, and they are pretty easy to lock and can be opened quickly and without any extra effort. The shopkeeper quoted a price of around Rs 2000 for the pair, didn't felt negotiating after seeing a set of Scoyco K12 hanging in the corner of the shop.
Scoyco K12:
Actually I was searching for these set of knee guards, and finally found them at Adeshwara's Auto Zone, Lalbagh Road. The build felt solid, have hook and loop strap, smooth knee joint mechanism. The padding could have been better though. Standing and walking wearing these didn't feel uncomfortable at all.
The dealer quoted a price of Rs 3100. But unfortunately, only yellow color was available.
Asked for white one, and the guy said it might take six months before it is available.
For 3000, I can get a pair Thor Knee guards.
But I kinda liked the design and functionality of the K12.
Haven't checked Fox Raptor which is flooded in eBay, and the Cramster ones (not available as per website). Anyways, will think and take a decision later about which one to buy.
So, I went to check out some knee guards today in Bangalore. First went to Church Street, to check out Thor Knee Guards in Biking Spirit. Sadly, the store was not there. Came to know that the shop has closed last week. So headed towards Lalbagh to check some cheaper stuffs. So posting the first impressions which I felt after checking some of those.
AXO Knee and Elbow Guards:
Have seen lots of people using these set of knee guards. Pretty decent for its price and might save you in case of any incident. Standing straight is a bit uncomfortable. Padding is very thin and cheap quality. But for the price, we cannot expect much.
Alpinestars
Knee and Elbow Guard:The worst set I've seen so far today. Not at all recommended even if you're looking for cheap set. The folding joint seemed weak, might break if in case you hit something with your knee while walking. No words for padding.
Alpinestars bionic Knee Guard (original):
This one looks huge. Build quality is sooper, though, I felt, the quality could have been better for the price. I'm not complaining about the product, but seemed bit overpriced comparing other A* stuffs available. Covers most the knee area, though not sure how skinny legged people will find the fitting of this one.
Knee joint mechanism is remarkably smooth. Scoyco K11 Knee and Elbow Guard:
Not a bionic set, but I felt pretty comfortable wearing the knee guards. Didn't feel any obstruction while standing after wearing these. Looks good, and outer shell is strong enough. Inner padding is soft, and will help in absorbing any impact. But comes as a set of 4 (2 Knee / 2 Elbow).
Fox Unknown Knee Guard:
Trust me, this is the best knock off I have ever seen (quality-wise). The outer shell is strong and inner padding is good. And the knee guards look big compared to others. The knee joint is pretty smooth too. I also liked the locking system of the straps, no Velcro used, and they are pretty easy to lock and can be opened quickly and without any extra effort. The shopkeeper quoted a price of around Rs 2000 for the pair, didn't felt negotiating after seeing a set of Scoyco K12 hanging in the corner of the shop.
Scoyco K12:
Actually I was searching for these set of knee guards, and finally found them at Adeshwara's Auto Zone, Lalbagh Road. The build felt solid, have hook and loop strap, smooth knee joint mechanism. The padding could have been better though. Standing and walking wearing these didn't feel uncomfortable at all.
The dealer quoted a price of Rs 3100. But unfortunately, only yellow color was available.
Asked for white one, and the guy said it might take six months before it is available. For 3000, I can get a pair Thor Knee guards.
But I kinda liked the design and functionality of the K12. Haven't checked Fox Raptor which is flooded in eBay, and the Cramster ones (not available as per website). Anyways, will think and take a decision later about which one to buy.
) and it is good too. Didn't go for Helios as it was not fitting well for me. Also Breezer 4S comes with both rain liner and thermo liner. The best thing to do is visit any shop and try these jackets before you purchase, the one which fits you best with armors in correct place, buy it. Because comfortable ride is also important as well as protection. 
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