The vpd 2 0 knee protector is a multi purpose knee protector combining freedom of movement with an exceptional level of impact absorbency.
Poc vpd system lite knee pads review.
When it boils down to it no matter how lightweight and breathable a knee pad is its basic core function is to provide some kind of protection.
Poc vpd system lite knee pads are flexible breathable review by matt miller september 5 2020 poc s newest mountain bike knee pads the vpd system lites are a mid level protective piece that s perfect for aggressive trail riding and enduro.
The clincher on the pads however undoubtedly lies on their price tag.
Poc s vpd system lite knee pads bring a modernized approach to the hard shell pad with a 3d molded design for added mobility and a plethora of integrated vents for airflow.
The pads take traits from poc s dh oriented vpd 2 0 models and combines them with traits from the vpd air line creating a lightweight knee pad that s not lacking when it comes to offering crash.
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Poc vpd system knee pads provide offer solid trail riding protection while minimalist design keeps them light enough to take on longer rides.
Poc s vpd system lite knee pads bring a modernized approach to the hard shell pad with a 3d molded design for added mobility and a plethora of integrated vents for airflow.
At 150 they are some of the highest priced knee pads on the market.
The protector is constructed from a reinforced stretch fabric and features an elastic strap to further secure the pads in place.
But these pads are the poc s crème de la crème and the company does offer more moderately priced pads.
Before dropping into a steep trail with jagged rocks and imposing trail features slip into the poc joint vpd system knee pad for protective reassurance in case things don t go exactly as intended.
Let s just start there because poc s vpd system lite pads are so dang comfortable that it deserves to be the first word in this review.
The molded shell surrounds the knee cap and is covered in ventilation to ensure you can still pedal up grueling climbs while wearing the pads.
It s not often that pulling on a set of knee pads is actually an enjoyable experience nor is it common to just leave them on for hours after a ride simply because there s no pressing reason to take.