Overview
The 187 Pro Derby Knee Pads were developed specifically for roller derby. Designed, tested, and perfected by some of the top skaters in the world. Serious cushioning gives you comfort and protection from repeated falls and knee taps but still boasts a lower profile than many competing pads!
They have a lock-in core system that allows you to remove the foam for an easy wash. The interlocking straps link foam to the center of the pad casing. The V-22 dual-density foam is specially formulated to provide the perfect combination of cushion and protection for multiple hard impacts. The Rapid F L E X™ Hinge allows the pad to respond freely to the full range of motion; straighten or bend the leg with little or no resistance. Fusion Groove™ Channel maintains foam connection to the skater's leg and helps eliminate pad slip downs. The 187 Killer Pads® Lock-In™ Cap System secures and aligns removable cap in the correct position. Other proven 187 Killer Pads® design elements include light-weight fast drying interior lining, seamless interior finish for ultimate comfort, ballistic nylon with industrial-weight stitching that ensures durability, three-panel construction for reliable performance, and open back design for excellent fit and quick on & off.
Specifications
| OVERVIEW | |
|---|---|
| Style | Butterfly |
| Closures | 360° Velcro Strap (Top) Adjustable Velcro Strap (Bottom) Butterfly Velcro Strap |
| Cap | Replaceable |
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Sizing Chart
| 187 KNEE PAD SIZING | |
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| 187 Knee Pad Sizing Instructions Use a soft measuring tape or piece of string to measure the circumference of your knee around the kneecap and then use the chart below to find the best size. If your measurement is between sizes, we recommend sizing up to the larger combo pack. |
| 187 KNEE PAD SIZE CHART | |
|---|---|
| SIZE | CIRCUMFERENCE (IN) |
| XS | 10" - 12" |
| SM | 12" - 14" |
| MD | 14" - 16" |
| LG | 15" - 17" |
| XL | 17" - 20" |
| 2-3XL | 21" - 24" |
Previous Feedback
Comments: Upgraded to these once my not-187s OLD, FLAT, UNSAFE kneepads started to literally fall apart. These are THE BEST. Instant difference in comfort and safety; they will absorb so much shock from falls and I am not a small lady. The velcro makes these easy to remove and attach and being able to open these up to air out is a game changer. I haven't washed these yet but there are instructions. Amazing.
From: Bone Apetit, Sacramento, CA, USA
Comments: These are the absolute best! They are comfortable, easy to clean and provide a level of protection that's stellar! Feels like falling on pillows and there is no pinching from the back or cramming into your shins in the front. This is really the lovechild of every successful set of knee pads out there. GREAT DESIGN!
From: Anna Slusser, Beaverton, Or USA
Comments: At first glance these pads look HUGE, and clunky, and unmanageable. The thickness did not affect my skating at all when I first tried them out. The 'hinge' is noticeable and makes buttkicks and getting low easier, without any pinching from the straps(which I had an issue with with my old pads). Great pads, felt like I was falling on pillows.
From: Janet, West Hartford, CT
Comments: Being a big girl in derby has its advantages, but not for your knees. Choosing the 187 Pro Derby Knee Pads is one of best the choices I have made in my derby career. The supper durable ballistic nylon has allowed them to survive our rough concrete practice surfaces for over a year without a tear. The hinge above the knee is brilliant, it adds a level of flexibility that sets it light years apart, they give you bulk protection without the bulkiness that can hinder your skating. The butterfly closures allow the pads to dry quickly to get rid of that derby stank as well as adjust for a perfect fit. During our bouts and scrimmages I wear the 187 knee gaskets underneath for added protection and it is like every fall I land on angel wings. The added protection from the 187 Pro Derby Knee Pads allows me to focus on the game not my knees.
From: Hellzapoppin', San Luis Obispo, CA
Comments: I bought these because my Scabs were really worn out. So far I like them. They aren't tiny but they aren't huge either and they are well padded.
From: Christy, Plymouth, MI