Some ‘pedalling friendly’ slip-on pads offer very little in the way of protection and are prone to sliding down, but this doesn’t look to be the case with the Soldier IIs. A D3O knee cap – which is soft when pedalling but hardens upon impact – and EVA padding on the sides should keep your knees intact, while the elasticated sleeve with silicone print lining ought to keep them where they need to be. Mesh material is used where possible to improve breathability, and an abrasion-resistant fabric on the front should mean they’ll withstand a few encounters with the floor.
Price $82
