Clothing: In mid-June, the borders also open for tourist trips and this is also when most bike parks start. However, you should bring enough protection with you to avoid any nasty surprises. This definitely includes the right elbow protectors. We have put together ten different elbow protectors. The area of application ranges from light enduro use to protectors suitable for bike parks.
Top elbow protectors: 7iDP Flex Elbowpad
non-verb suggested retail price d. Manufacturer: 59 euros
[accordions type=”toggle” handle=”pm” space=”no” icon_color=”#” icon_current_color=”#”]The 7iDPFlex Elbow Pads are for all riders who need full coverage with confidence inspiring protection. Constructed in the same way as the Flex knee pads, with an open back and double layer protection. Due to the open design on the back, the elbow is always well ventilated and still offers sufficient protection. The area of use extends from heavy enduro to downhill use.
special feature: Hard foam construction with open back.
mounting: Velcro closure above the elbow
Construction: Hardsell
Upper: No manufacturer information
Top elbow protectors: Endura Singletrack Lite
non-verb suggested retail price d. Manufacturer: 49 euros
[accordions type=”toggle” handle=”pm” space=”no” icon_color=”#” icon_current_color=”#”]The Endura Singletrack Lite elbow pads are trail-ready protectors for day trips. Due to the low weight and the high wearing comfort, the protector should offer enough freedom of movement without sacrificing the light protection. The Endura Singletrack Lite can cover everything from all-day trail tours to light enduro rides.
special feature: Additional side protection
mounting: Sleeve
Construction: Polyurethane upholstery
Upper: Nylon 57%, Polyester 43%
Top elbow protectors: Fuse Protection Omega
non-verb suggested retail price d. Manufacturer: 59 euros
[accordions type=”toggle” handle=”pm” space=”no” icon_color=”#” icon_current_color=”#”]Thanks to its perforated front and the mesh fabric on the back, the Fuse Protection Omega elbow protector offers maximum breathability with the best protection at the same time. Thanks to the processed SAS-Tec inserts, it is also suitable for heavy enduro and downhill use. In order not to tire the muscles, a special Kenesio(TM) compression technique is used.
special feature: Kenesion(TM) compression technology
mounting: Sleeve
Construction: SAS-Tec
Upper: Dry fit mesh, shark skin neoprene surface
Top elbow protectors: Leatt Elbow Guard 3DF 6.0
non-verb suggested retail price d. Manufacturer: 84 euros
[accordions type=”toggle” handle=”pm” space=”no” icon_color=”#” icon_current_color=”#”]The latest technology from Leatt. This hard shell slider paired with a shock absorbing 3DF protector works well thought out and offers the good of both worlds. A vented, perforated sleeve with a silicone grip and an integrated silicone-coated X-Band. These protectors do not slip down and also offer a good fit with ergonomic left/right shapes. CE-approved and certified protection, this is also suitable for tough applications, even downhill.
special feature: CE Certified: Elbow EN1621-1
mounting: Sleeve
Construction: Hardsell
Upper: No manufacturer information
Top elbow protectors: O'Neal Redeema
non-verb suggested retail price d. Manufacturer: 69 euros
[accordions type=”toggle” handle=”pm” space=”no” icon_color=”#” icon_current_color=”#”]The O'Neal Redeema is said to absorb even the heaviest impacts. This is ensured by the IPX impact protection with polyurethane foam. The foam stays supple while you ride and hardens in the event of an impact. The entire elbow protector is so thin that it can be worn under the jersey at any time.
special feature: Can be worn under the jersey.
mounting: Velcro closure above the elbow
Construction: Hardsell
Upper: 50,5% polyurethane, 18,7% polyamide, 16,5% polyester, 12% SBR, 1,2% PVC, 1,1% Kevlar®
Top elbow protectors: POC VPD System Lite
non-verb suggested retail price d. Manufacturer: 120 euros
[accordions type=”toggle” handle=”pm” space=”no” icon_color=”#” icon_current_color=”#”]With the POC VPD System Lite, the Swedes offer the most ventilated protection to date. This 3D-molded elbow protector combines breathability with low friction and high shock absorption, certified according to the European standard EN16211, level 1. In addition, the elbow pad offers confidence, comfort and protection for every trail rider. With a mesh fabric on the inside and large ventilation channels across the protector, the elbow pads do not cause overheating. Reinforced fabric on the outside means they can take impact after impact without sustaining damage.
special feature: External protector.
mounting: Sleeve
Construction: Hardsell
Upper: No manufacturer information
Top elbow protectors: Raceface Indy Elbowpad
non-verb suggested retail price d. Manufacturer: 54 euros
[accordions type=”toggle” handle=”pm” space=”no” icon_color=”#” icon_current_color=”#”]The Raceface Indy series is one of Raceface's best-selling protectors. It goes without saying that the further development of the Indy Elbow Pad did not dispense with the tried and tested. Thanks to the D30 elbow pads, the protector offers the greatest possible protection and yet the wearing comfort does not suffer. Because the butterfly mesh fabric transports moisture quickly to the outside. The protector also does not slip thanks to integrated silicone strips and Velcro fasteners.
special feature: Velcro and silicone strips keep the protector in place.
mounting: Velcro closure above the elbow
Construction: D30 soft shell pad
Upper: No manufacturer information
Top elbow protectors: SixSixOne (661) DBO Elbowpad
non-verb suggested retail price d. Manufacturer: 74 euros
[accordions type=”toggle” handle=”pm” space=”no” icon_color=”#” icon_current_color=”#”]Heavy enduro and hard downhill use are no problem for the 661 DBO protector. The elbow protection is certified according to EN 1621-1 protection level 1 and thus offers sufficient cushioning even in the event of hard impacts. The front is equipped with abrasion-resistant Kevlar, so that it can easily withstand several falls. The back, on the other hand, is kept open so that sweat can be wicked away quickly and there is no risk of overheating.
special feature: EN 1621-1 protection level 1
mounting: Velcro
Construction: D30 soft shell
Upper: No manufacturer information
Top elbow protectors: SixSixOne (661) Recon Elbowpad
non-verb suggested retail price d. Manufacturer: 64 euros
[accordions type=”toggle” handle=”pm” space=”no” icon_color=”#” icon_current_color=”#”]The Recon Elbow Pads are specifically designed for trail and all-mountain riders looking for minimalist protection without sacrificing comfort and flexibility. 661 has designed the pads to be ultra-lightweight and engineered to be worn on every ride. The Recon range is comfortable enough to become an essential piece of gear, just like a helmet and gloves. Thanks to the Poron XD foam with its open-cell structure, the pad remains flexible when pedaling and can still withstand several impacts in a row.
special feature: Extremely light and comfortable.
mounting: Sleeve
Construction: Softshell
Upper: No manufacturer information
Top elbow protectors: Troy Lee Designs Raid Elbowguard
non-verb suggested retail price d. Manufacturer: 109 euros
[accordions type=”toggle” handle=”pm” space=”no” icon_color=”#” icon_current_color=”#”]When extra protection is required but comfort is still a priority, you can count on de Troy Lee Designs Raid Elbow Guard. D3O® T5 EVO X is used as the impact protection, this is soft and flexible to keep the protection comfortable while riding, yet upon impact the D3O® material hardens. So the energy will be distributed to protect the elbow. The elbow pad is also CE EN1621-1:2012 Level 1 certified.
special feature: CE EN1621-1:2012, Level-1 certified
mounting: Sleeve
Construction: D3= soft shell
Upper: No manufacturer information