Troy Lee Designs Raid Knee Guard

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Troy Lee Designs Raid Knee Guard and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 95 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.7 stars 
Expert Rating: 4.8 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 73

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • Good quality and fit.
  • Comfortable and protective.
  • Comfortable enough to wear for multiple hours.
  • Doesn’t slide down during use.
  • Provides ample protection.
  • Very lightweight and stays in place.

Expert Reviews

  • Very comfortable on both long rides and hiking.
  • Comfortable, but remains protective.
  • Wrap-around coverage for full protection.
  • Combines protection with mobility.
  • Remains durable after months of use.
  • Panels of neoprene sit comfortably on your leg without bunching up during riding.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • Doesn’t use a flat seam across the knee, which can cause some rubbing.
  • Some reports of not being the most breathable.

Expert Reviews

  • Some reports of being a little bulky and running hot.
  • Expensive option when compared to others.
  • Need to remove shoes to take the knee guards on and off.

Summary:

The Troy Lee Designs Raid Knee Guard is a durable, comfortable, and flexible guard that protects in crashes, while remaining comfortable during hours of use. The ability to combine toughness with mobility makes this a great choice for any level of biker, if you don’t mind spending a bit more money for a quality product.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.