7 iDP has been dominating the MTB protection game for years now, so we’re excited to announce that we now offer the full range of 7 protectors, helmets and accessories. We had the chance to test some of their knee pads and gloves this week, so let’s take a deep dive into some of the range’s highlights and our first riding impressions.
Knee pads
The 7 iDP range offers 8 variations of knee pads – from kids to adults and everything in between. The 7 iDP Sam Hill Knee Brace is the crowning glory of the range, with multiple test winning reviews, a 9/10 from MBR for a few years on the trot as well as various mass test wins. They are also worn regularly by some of the best. current EWS and Enduro riders. The pad itself was designed in collaboration with three-time EWS champion Sam Hill, who stipulated the exact requirements of a modern enduro racer; breathability, comfort and protection. We tested the Sam Hill Pads on our local hill for a few hours and found that they didn’t run too hot, didn’t chafe, and gave us a lot of confidence in those tough times. The sock material feels very high quality against the skin and seems less likely to lose its elasticity over time as we’ve seen with other brands.
If you are looking for a slightly thinner and lighter set of knee pads, the Transition Knee Pads are ideal. The single-section front protection pad and ultra-lightweight sock allow for fantastic heat dissipation, while keeping your kneecap and upper shin covered. Again, we noticed no chafing or chafing and the pads do not ride up or slide down the leg. Initially these pads appear quite bulky to the eye, but once you start riding they quickly find their natural place on the leg. knee and do not move.
Gloves
7 Protection offers a wide range of gloves. We tested the Chill insulated gloves and the transition gloves. Chill Insulated Gloves are designed for deep winter riding where avoiding wind chill and maintaining dexterity is essential. Some insulated gloves can alter the feel of the brake lever and make you feel disconnected from the bike – for some people this is a deal breaker. Chill Insulated Gloves maintain that feeling of connection between skin and lever while keeping your hands warm enough to grip the bar. Their understated design also fits most winter riding gear looks, which is a bonus.
The Transition Gloves are some of the best feeling trail gloves we’ve tried in a long time. Our current number one choice for trail gloves are the 100% Sling Trail Gloves. They are the benchmark for “barely there” gloves because the perforated material on the front and back gives a nearly invisible fit feel. The Transition gloves have the same feel, but offer a little more protection on the back of the hand against brambles and branches compared to the Sling gloves.
Overall, the 7 Protection line definitely lives up to the hype and rave magazine reviews. Their knee pads are some of the most comfortable we’ve tried and their gloves pleasantly surprised us. If you want to check out the full range of 7 iDP gloves, knee pads, elbow pads, helmets and accessories, check it out at the link below!
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