I've had a pair of Leatt Dual Axis knee guards for 7-8 years now and need to replace them because the straps have stretched out too far. I'm 6'2" 185 and 100% have "chicken legs." I'm riding moto open practices exclusively these days. Looking to see if anyone has a similar build and experience with knee brace brands. Really don't want to drop $800 on a pair of braces that just won't work for someone with my body type. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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Controversial... just get pads.
Majority of knee injury prevention will come from the strength of the muscles and ligaments around the knee. Train your legs.
I tried various braces and couldn't get on with any of them. A fair few pro's don't wear them. Kevin Windham and Stephan Everts never wore them
Second the knee pads, specifically the evs axel version.
Get the Mobius in size M.....i too suffered from legs of a chicken at one point and the Mobius is the best bang for the buck. They fit snug and have a good system to tighten everything. I have custom CTI braces but i prefer the Mobius. You can also get the EVS Travis Pastrana or Axel Hodges pads/ braces. Those are decent if you want some extra knee support. They don't have hard stops to keep your knee from going past the crunchy zone/ broken femur zone.
I second the Mobius I am your exact size and height, just go off their site and measure and see what size they recommend.
I also run a tall seat and that helps a ton with having my long legs so bent, you can run pads if you want I dont think braces prevent as many injuries and they claim but they help and I race off-road and ive gotten bashed between other bikes and against trees and its good to have.
Mobius on amazon have some great prices right now as well under $500
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Quite literally just installed a tall seat on my bike last week. Have always wanted to try one and can finally afford to spend on something that may not work for me. I'll give the mobius braces a go.
Also 6’2 185lb, but not chicken legged. I rode asterisks braces for years before switching to knee pads. Knee pads feel better and safer now. Not because of protection in a crash, but the mobility afforded by pads helps me avoid crashes better.
Anyway, I had the axel hodge knee pads for awhile and they were great in the length but the size around the knee was definitely chicken leg size. Try those if you settle on pads
I had the TP199 pads back in the day when they first came out. They fit great and I thought they provided good impact protection, but I remember them being hot af. Wasn't really a big deal when I was 16, but now that I'm older I've found that staying cool is far more important.
For me, Mobius braces were good, while the Pods simply fit great. The ‘ligament’ hinge design makes them feel lighter than the Mobius’, and they aren’t quite as ‘hot’ in warmer SoCal temps. The padding and back strap design of the Pods isn’t as dialed as the Mobius, but they both get the job done. If you’re in a position to try both on before buying, would definitely recommend it. Current setup are Pod K300’s with Mobius knee brace socks: 6’ and 185lb. Will update to Pod K4’s if I ever wear these K300’s out…
I agree with you that a strong knee is the best hedge against injury, but I also think that a full brace will offer more than pads. I've pretty well decided on trying braces. If I don't like riding in them then so be it, but I've come to a point where I can afford to at least try them out. Fingers crossed that my experience with them is better than yours because I very much want the added protection.
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Yes, I agree on mobius !
Very good brace👍
Stay away from Astrisk, I have a pair of the latest carbon.
I found them to be uncomfortable, the fit feels cheap and not very protective.
Also, the hyper extension clips refused to stay in place, they popped out on every ride.
I tried to glue them in place and they still popped out, I got no help from Astrisk on the issue...at all.
Pretty much a terrible design and crappy construction.
Oh, and terrible customer service.
I’m 6’ 185 and have the new asterisk carbons and have the exact opposite experience. They’re more comfortable than the old design with the webbing in the straps and much more comfortable. I had my old set of carbons rebuilt and they got it done but I will say they’re slow to respond to emails and calls. When they do, they were awesome to talk to and helpful.
Build up those chicken legs with muscle…..don’t skip leg day Bro…..
I had mobius.
GREAT protection, padding was too thick (for my preference/legs) and they were too hot.
I realized they have one frame size and increase pad thickness to fit skinny legs. I'm a podmx guy (size small, 165lb 5'10).
I have been tall and skinny my entire life. I busted ass outside and worked in the gym for years and would max out the leg press machine. My legs are the same size now as they were then, just less defined.
I was initially up on the mobius braces, but I've now ruled them out due to the lack of ventilation. Really leaning toward the pods at this point.
Ya, I talked to them too and...no help.
The hinge and hyper extension clip is a poor design, especially for the money.
If you want a minimalist, light brace...sure, I'll give you that but, just don't expect much in the way of protection when you need it.
Those crappy clips pop out in a hyper extension event, might as well not wear anything.
I race in NC and SC about as hot as humid as it gets and the Mobius aren't noticeably hot at all, the padding is really top notch too I have like 100 hours on stock padding I've only had to replace one of the straps when I ripped it and my pants in a wreck.
With knee sleeves, braces and pants on I think it would be hard to notice any difference in venting besides with pads they are obviously the hottest option.
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