Description
The ION K-Pact are unisex MTB knee pads for heavy impacts in enduro and downhill. This revised version of the test-winning knee pad keeps the sleeve construction that fits so well and debuts a highly breathable neoprene that you'll appreciate even on the climbs.
Who it's for
- Enduro and downhill riders looking for serious protection.
- Rides on your local trails, bike park days and fast mountain descents.
Features
- SAS-TEC main protection: soft viscoelastic foam 3D protectors with excellent impact absorption values, from the German brand specialising in motorcycle protection.
- Super_Perforator_Neoprene: very flexible and robust neoprene; the most breathable ION has used to date.
- Power_Aramid on the kneecap: synthetic fibre with high tear and tensile strength in the area that takes the most punishment.
- Lightweight_EVA side padding: light, flexible closed-cell foam against knocks and rubbing on the top tube.
- Air_Prene: light neoprene padding that absorbs impacts and breathes to prevent overheating.
- SAS-TEC pad with renewable materials: viscoelastic PU foam with more than 60 % renewable raw materials, such as castor oil and rapeseed oil.
- Main fabric composition: 80 % neoprene, 10 % polyamide, 10 % polyester.
Which size to choose
| Size | 10 cm above the knee (cm) | 15 cm below the knee (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| S | 37.7–41.8 | 33.5–36.1 |
| M | 41.8–44.2 | 36.1–38.3 |
| L | 44.2–46.6 | 38.3–40.5 |
| XL | 46.6–49 | 40.5–42.8 |
| XXL | 49–51.5 | 42.8–46 |
Official ION size chart: measure your leg 10 cm above the knee and 15 cm below it, with the leg straight. If you are between two sizes, choose the smaller one so it does not slip. Check the selector for the sizes available in store.
Colour
Available in earth red (811), thunder grey (191), black (900), dark mud (602), dark sand (812) and multicolour (999). The number in brackets is the colour code you will see in the selector; check it for the colours in stock.
Prefer to put them on without taking your shoes off? Check out the zip version ION Knee Pads K-Pact Zip.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of riding are they for?
For enduro and downhill: ION classifies them as heavy-impact protection.
Do they get very hot?
Super_Perforator_Neoprene is the most breathable neoprene ION uses, so they are comfortable to wear even on the climbs.
What is the difference from the K-Pact Zip?
The Zip has a side zip so you can put it on and take it off without removing your shoes; the K-Pact has a closed sleeve.
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