Issue #033 Review

The best lightweight knee pads you can buy

24.05.2018
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SCOTT Soldier 2

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The SCOTT Soldier 2 combines a wholesome D3O protector with an exceptionally light shell. The fit is rather large, and most of us will get away with going with one size smaller. In the lab the Soldier 2 delivered a solid performance–so good, in fact, that it equals the performance of some heavy-duty models. Ventilation is good but a few testers weren’t too happy with the fit. With a strapless design, it is sadly inevitable that the Soldier will slip down slightly over time. The combination of a very thin outer material with the heavy padding seems a little unbalanced, and in terms of its design we were more taken with other concepts. However, if the Soldier 2 fits you well, you’ll get a great combination of protection, ventilation and lightness.

Strengths

– Ventilation
– Good protection

Weaknesses

– Poor fit

Comfort
Fit
Ventilation
Protection

Weight 368 g
More info at scott-sports.com

Price € 99.95

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  2. Best in test Sweet Protection Bearsuit Light Knee Pads
  3. Best value Leatt AirFlex Pro
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  5. Dainese Trailskins 2
  6. G-Form Elite Knee Guards
  7. iXS FLOW EVO
  8. POC Joint VPD System Knee
  9. SCOTT Soldier 2

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