Test: The products from the Swedish protector specialist POC are certainly not among the cheapest on the market, but they convince with excellent protection and high wearing comfort. The POC Joint VPD 2.0 DH Long Knee knee and shin guards are aimed at all bikers who like to let it rip!
The Joint VPD 2.0 DH Long Knee, specially developed for downhill sports, offers slightly longer shin guards and a hard shell in the knee area than the "normal" Joint VPD 2.0. The hard shell or gliding plate makes sense, especially when taking off on rough ground with pointed and sharp stones. VPD 2.0 is used to achieve the highest possible level of protection. The Visco-Elastic Polymer Dough has excellent cushioning properties and adapts very well to the body.
Very good fit and optimal freedom of movement
What is striking about the POC Joint VPD 2.0 DH Long Knee is that, despite the very good protection, freedom of movement is not restricted. In general, the ergonomically shaped protector impresses with a very good fit and high wearing comfort. The tubular protector does not slip when pedaling or when falling. Two flexible Velcro strips provide additional fixation of the protector. The upper Velcro strip is guided through a wide loop, which absolutely prevents it from slipping. The flexible area between the hard shell and the upper end of the protector ensures optimal freedom of movement.
The shape of the POC Joint VPD 2.0 DH Long Knee is relatively slim and can therefore also be worn under long pants. The upper material made of Kevlar-reinforced stretch fabric is extremely robust and also serves as a carrier material. In the calf area, a double-layered and air-permeable fabric is used. In order to achieve better cooling of the protected areas, the protector is perforated. Due to the treatment with antibacterial Polygiene, the protector stays fresh for longer, which of course makes a decisive contribution to hygiene. The POC Joint VPD 2.0 DH Long Knee is available in sizes S, M and L for 130 euros.
Conclusion
The POC Joint VPD 2.0 DH Long Knee convinces with an optimal fit, excellent cushioning properties and high wearing comfort. With a price of 130 euros, the protector is not one of the cheapest, but certainly one of the best knee/shin guards currently available!
product Highlights
- Polygiene treated against perspiration odor
- Ergonomically shaped
- Stretch fabric reinforced with Kevlar
- Hard shell in the knee area
price and web
- EUR 130
- www.pocsports.com