Knee pads for women and children
The roller knee pad protects the knee during falls: a hard shell at the front to slide on the ground, thick foam that cushions, and adjustable straps that keep it in place. It is often sold in a kit with elbow pads and wrist guards, for women and children.
A shelled knee pad turns a fall into a slide.
What is a knee pad for?
When rollerblading, skateboarding or scooting, the knee often hits the ground first. The knee pad absorbs the impact and prevents scrapes and bruises. Its shell glides on the pavement instead of catching, which limits the severity of the fall.
Hard shell or soft knee pad?
The hard shell, made of rigid plastic, protects from falls at speed when rollerblading or skateboarding. The soft knee pad, made of foam, is suitable for indoor sports or low-speed falls. For gliding, the hard shell is the safest option.
How to choose the right one?
Check the thickness of the foam, which cushions the impact, and the strength of the straps. A knee pad with two straps, above and below the knee, holds better than a model with one strap. Slip-on models, like tubes, stay in place but are put on with the rollers removed.
What size knee pad?
Measure the circumference of the knee with the leg straight, and compare it to the sizes listed. For a child, the size often depends on age and build. The knee pad should not slip when you bend your leg.
Knee pads for children
Children often fall when learning: knee pads in their size, along with elbow pads, wrist guards, and a helmet, allow them to learn without getting hurt. Check the size regularly, as it changes quickly.
How to maintain knee pads?
Let them air dry after each use, with the straps open. Clean the shell with a damp cloth and wash the foam by hand if it comes off. Replace them when the shell is cracked or the foam is flattened.
The complete protection kit
To also protect the elbows and wrists, check the protection page; for all the equipment, see the equipment page. The three pair kit is the most comprehensive.
Knee pads and comfort
A well-fitted knee pad can be forgotten after a few minutes. If it rubs behind the knee, loosen the lower strap slightly. Worn over leggings or thin trousers, it irritates the skin less.
When to find discounted knee pads?
Knee pads often come with a first pair of rollers, usually given at Christmas or the start of spring: Black Friday and summer sales are the times for a discounted roller knee pad.
Check the Black Friday sports page in autumn, the Sales page in summer and winter, and the special sports offers page the rest of the year. Fast delivery and best price guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
Knee pads for rollerblading or volleyball?
The ones for rollerblading have a hard shell to glide on the pavement; those for volleyball, soft, cushion falls indoors. Each sport has its own knee pad.
How to stop a knee pad from slipping?
Choose the right size and tighten both straps. A double strap model holds better.
Can you wear knee pads under trousers?
Thin models can be worn under trousers; hard shell knee pads are worn on top. They slide better on the outside.
When to change your knee pads?
When the shell cracks, the foam flattens or the straps no longer hold. The protection then significantly decreases.
Are knee pads enough?
No, add wrist guards, elbow pads, and a helmet. The wrist is often affected first.
