MTB Knee & Elbow Pads - Sizing & Picks
Pick MTB knee and elbow pads by fit, CE impact rating, and riding style - from trail to enduro and DH, plus kids pad picks.
Top knee & elbow pads picks
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7idp
7iDP Youth Transition Knee Pad
Size XS fits 28-32 cm thigh circumference, 135-150 cm rider height
$69.994.5
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Dakine
Dakine Youth Knee Pad
Size YS fits 30-34 cm thigh circumference, 140-158 cm rider height
$31.594.0
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Fox Racing
Fox Racing Fox Rampage Youth Knee Guard
Size SM fits 28-32 cm thigh circumference, 140-155 cm rider height
$89.95
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G Form
G Form G-Form Youth Pro Knee Pad
Size YM fits 30-35 cm thigh circumference, 140-160 cm rider height
$69.994.5
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Leatt
Leatt 3DF Youth Knee Guard
Size YS fits 28-33 cm thigh circumference, 140-160 cm rider height
$65.004.1
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Poc
POC Joint VPD Air Knee
Size M fits 37-42 cm thigh circumference, 165-180 cm rider height
$80.004.7
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Poc
POC Joint VPD 2.0 Knee
S 30-34 cm thigh, M 35-39 cm thigh, L 40-44 cm thigh, XL 45-49 cm thigh
$130-1604.4
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Race Face
Race Face Ambush Youth Knee Guard
Size YS fits 30-35 cm thigh circumference, 140-160 cm rider height
$120.00
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Royalbaby
RoyalBaby Toddler Helmet + Knee & Elbow Pads Set
Complete first-ride safety set for toddlers ages 3-5 - pairs with the Stargirl 12", Freestyle Classic 12-14" and EZ 2-in-1 12-14" bikes. All pieces are adjustable.
$43.994.4
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Troy Lee Designs
Troy Lee Designs Youth Shock Doctor Knee Guard
Size YS fits 30-34 cm thigh circumference, 135-150 cm rider height
$53.005.0
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Sizing & fit guidance
Pad fit relies on thigh/forearm circumference + leg/arm length. Always measure and consult brand size chart - sizing varies widely.
What to look for when buying
- CE EN1621 certification level (1 or 2)
- Hard-shell vs sleeve construction
- Foam type (D3O / Poron / VPD)
- Breathability for long climbs
- Strap retention vs slip-on design
Knee & Elbow Pads head-to-head comparisons
Side-by-side knee & elbow pads match-ups - specs, fit, and which one to pick for your kind of riding.
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Knee & Elbow Pads by rider type
Persona-tailored knee & elbow pads guides with fit, style, and feature notes for how you actually ride.
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Knee & Elbow Pads for boys & girls by age
Style and color picks split out by gender for each age group.
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Sizing your bike first?
Your frame size changes what fits - get the bike right and the accessories will follow.