Elbow Pads reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 148 Reddit reviews across 21 subreddits and 45 posts to rank the best Elbow Pads brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/hockeyplayers, r/mountainbiking, r/lacrosse, r/paintball, r/hockeyrefs. Top-rated brands include CCM (4.4/5), G-Form (3.8/5), Bauer (4.3/5).
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Reviews148
Subreddits21
Posts45
Brands46
Products84
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#1
CCM
4.4
(26)
"I bought CCM Tacks XF Pro Hockey Elbow Pads and love them. Very secure and they wrap high and wide enough."
"Great protection, no slipping, and don't interfere with movement."
"CCM tacks fit me best and still do. They never move during a game."
"Ft6 pros (around $150us i think) fit me soooo nicely, stay put, and move with me."
"If Tacks fits you right, then I’d highly recommend them. They are the best retail ones on the market."
"I have the ASV Pro and FT4 Pro from CCM. Both are really good, and do NOT prohibit movement."
"The best piece of gear is one that fits you properly. Don't force yourself to use a tacks (bulkier, more protective) if jetspeed (slimmer, slightly less protective) fits you better."
"I’ve got CCM AS-580s. Size Large doesn’t budge and I’ve fallen pretty hard on a bad elbow several times with no ill effects."
"CCM asv pro AS5 with the orange pads directly in the elbows. They are the best ones I've ever tried for fit and protection."
"I just picked up the CCM Jetspeed FT6 for some added protection. I really like them a lot - they have a solid elbow cap for any falls but don’t feel too restrictive."
#2
G-Form
3.8
(16)
"I third G Form. I do knee and elbow and they have saved me from big hurts more times than I care to disclose plus as other have said they stay put, and don’t feel cumbersome."
"I second the G-Form, I have X3 knee pads from like 3-4 years ago that are still in good shape."
"My G Form knee pads have been so good during these hot days. They stay in place and don't move and they have protection on the side."
"I have worn G-Form MTB knee pads for years before they made lacrosse pads and now have a pair of their elbow pads that I love."
"Save 50% buying the g form ones. pretty much the same model in effect but without the ECD tag hiking the price up!"
"G-form pads are great."
"Personally after trying out a few diff brands & types, I like G-Form pads the best. It's the most comfy, isn't excessively hot & fits well."
"G forms are the way to go if you want tight fitting knee pads that are still comfortable."
"Gforms. Unbeatable. Doesn't provide the best protection but is adequate for 99% of situations."
"Pretty happy with them, lightweight and the don't seem to make me sweat (too much)."
#3
Bauer
4.3
(12)
"Those have been my favourites I've tried in the last 5 or so years. ... my elbows, still have Vapor X3.0"
"CCM ft4 Pro’s - expensive but has it all. Buy once and done."
"I like my vapor 3x. Feel plenty protective, very mobile."
"Grab a set of ultra sonics on bauers website while there on sale still, seems to be the best fitting elbows compared to all the other top of the line models that i’ve tried in-store"
"I’ve since updated to some new elbow pads—just some basic Bauers in the $100 range. Also totally fine."
"I've been very happy with my FT4 Pro not shifting around"
"I did pick up a pair of CCM ref shin guards, and they're awesome. Bauer Vapors"
"I’ve had the Bauer ref elbows and shins for 6 seasons now. They’re lower profile than hockey player gear and they’re at ill working well."
"I use the Bauer Ref Elbows and like them quite a bit."
"I just got the Bauer supreme 3S pro. Super nice fit, good movement and seems pretty solid - and they seem to stay in place contrary to my CCM super tacks 9080."
#4
Exalt
4.5
(10)
"Exalt free flow elbow pads are 10/10."
"Exalt freeflex all the way"
"Exalt then for sure"
"I would 100% recommend the elbow pads and while I do like the knee pads, I have heard they do have a tendency to slide down a little."
"My favourite elbow pads are the exalt freeflex. Great fit, minimal gauntlet and at a good price."
"For elbows it really varies on what you like. Exalt free flows and planet eclipse."
"Exalt Free Flex or the cheaper ones. PE pads are nice if u have smaller and shorter arms. I'm 6 1 and was I between sizes. But damn they have good padding"
"Exalts are solid"
"I like the Exalt Freeflex. The fit, comfort, and durability are great."
"For elbow pads, I prefer anything with some wrist protection as I don't wear gloves. Currently using exalt freeflex, and I'm happy with them."
#5
STX
3.7
(7)
"I've always liked the Stallion 500 elbow guards but it seems like guys are wearing smaller pads."
"For really small elbow pads you can use STX Adult Stallion 900 elbow caps"
"These are an older model but they’re still great and cheap as dirt."
"I like my new STX Stallion 900s"
"I recommend the STX Cell 5 pads. Great range of movement and great protection especially for my size."
"The STX Surgeon 3.1 have a sleeve to help hold them up and are 3 piece which feels more comfortable and mobile."
"STX stallion 900, minimal protection and maximum drip"
#6
POC
4.0
(6)
"I’ve had my POC VPD System knee pads since 2017 and they’re still going strong after many impacts."
"Super comy and great protection. I was hesitant purchasing them, but worth every penny."
"For elbow pads the POC joint vpd is pretty great…solid protection and not bulky"
"Poc vpd air"
"POC, IXS or Dakine"
"I was definitely not a fan of their non-sleeve elbows. You either had the option of having them so tight they cut blood off or having them rattle down."
#7
187 Killer Pads
4.6
(5)
"Recommended brands are 187, S1, TSG, Smith Scabs."
"Killer 187 for sure"
"Killer 187 gear is really great."
"187 killer pads have some cute ones too!"
"I like the 187 Killer Pads set you can get for fairly cheap. They're solid quality."
#8
Leatt
4.5
(4)
"I wear Leatt ReaFlex Hybrid Pro knee pads and I don't even realize they are there. Super breathable and very comfortable."
"Leatt 5.5 body protector. Taken 10+ high speed spills, elbows were always protected."
"I really enjoy my Leatt Airflex Pros."
"When it gets hotter I just wear a t-shirt with Leatt elbow pads."
#9
Smith Scabs
4.3
(4)
"I purchased a 3 pack of Smith Scabs wrist guards, knee pads, & elbow pads from SelectSkateShop. I just started skating this week and have felt super safe with all the tumbles & falls ive had!!"
"One of my skate friends used the Smith Scabs ones. Those ones pull on like a brace before fastening."
"Smith Scabs, Triple 8, and 187 are all really good!"
"Seconding smiths scabs as well as triple 8 saver series!"
#10
WRSI
4.0
(4)
"I like the WRSI guards. Easy to get on over a dry suit and the hard plastic shows all the scratches you've earned."
"Wrsi, the mesh sleeve let's you use them bare armed for summer and outside the sleeve for winter over the dry suit"
"WRSI because they are the easiest to get on over a top or dry suit"
"WRSI"
#11
Triple 8
4.7
(3)
"I picked up the covert elbow and knee pads (plus a sweet helmet too). Found a 20% discount on top of all that--so happy!"
"The Triple Eight Stealth are my favorite. Small but with a hard shell. Love them."
"I have the Triple 8 Covert Elbow and Knee Pads. Pretty comfortable and not too noticeable."
#12
IXS
4.0
(3)
"Check out IXS. I have their pads and full face, good stuff!"
"IXS Carve Evo"
"IXS have been great to me, but I recently grabbed some 100% ones that are super comfy."
#13
Venum
4.0
(3)
"I personally found the Venum ones very flexible without too much padding getting in the way."
"Thanks guys, going with Venum."
"Venum is pretty good and nicely priced."
#14
Demon
5.0
(2)
"I have relatively muscular arms and it fits super good with proper sizing and do not move a millimetre when I fall."
"I use it for skatepark sessions and really like it"
#15
POC VPD 2.0
5.0
(2)
"Agree with the POC VPD 2.0. I have both the elbow and knee pads."
"POC VPD 2.0 knee and elbow pads are really good."
#16
Pro Stock
5.0
(2)
"Pro stock gear is by far the most protective (nothing retail compares) and is usually quite a bit cheaper than retail gear as well."
"I got a pair of pro stock 2S Pros and they’re great."
#17
ECD
5.0
(2)
"For elbows the ECD and love those."
"Have a look at the ECD arm guards. Some players swear by them."
#18
Pro-Tec
4.5
(2)
"ProTec. Been using 'em for over 1o years and I couldn't be happier."
"I like these Pro-Tec a little better because they are open on the inside of the elbow for airflow/cooling."
#19
POC VPD Air
4.5
(2)
"POC VPD Air are awesome."
"Low profile with medium protection, great for aggressive trail riding."
#20
7iDP
4.5
(2)
"I have worn my 7 iDP Sam Hill knee pads on several 3-4 hour rides without even noticing them."
"7idp sam hill knee pads and gform elbows for me."
#21
Maverick
4.0
(2)
"Max's are a great option if you still want the strap."
"Just got the Maverick Max elbow pads, pretty good protection and allows very good mobility."
#22
Nike
4.0
(2)
"Arm Pads, Nike's are good to go, not great elbow protection though."
"I got some Nike ones this year, they are pretty sweet"
#23
Magnoli
4.0
(2)
"Made my day when magnoli announced they were making some."
"Magnoli is going to be coming out with screen accurate elbow pads soonish."
#24
Warrior
4.0
(2)
"If had to use a diff if I had to use a different one I’d probably get the Warrior Burns"
"Warrior Alpha LX PRO"
#25
Nationman
3.0
(2)
"Nationman or boon elbow pads, knee pads just get volleyball or wrestling ones."
"The most popular ones that everyone gets is Nationman, but they're pretty rough..so they can scratch/scrape/cut your training partners fairly easily."
#26
TLD
5.0
(1)
"TLD Raid. They do get a bit hot but I have worn them on some of the hottest days in the world. I am pretty sure they saved me from a severe injury."
#27
Fox Racing
5.0
(1)
"I love my Fox racing pads. You wanna look for pads that have d30 tech in them."
#28
Epoch
5.0
(1)
"Epoch integra elite d caps. Super high ROM low weight high protection but on elbows only."
#29
Reeq
5.0
(1)
"I love the Reeq elbow pads (and everything else they make)."
#30
RBK/Jofa
5.0
(1)
"I’ve got old Rbk/jofa elbow pads and have had them about 10 years. Will never ever change them! Bullet proof!"
#31
Brine
4.0
(1)
"Lacrosse elbows pads are my go to. These are very similar to the Bauer ones but much cheaper."
#32
Chromag
4.0
(1)
"I’ve got on fairly well with the Chromag rift pads. Fit well and stay in place, seem durable too, have had the same pair for a couple of seasons without them falling apart."
#33
661
4.0
(1)
"I’m using SixSixOne Race. Be sure not to get any pad with only a hard plastic exterior right on the elbow."
#34
Fox
4.0
(1)
"Fox motocross elbow pads work well for me"
#35
Ennui
4.0
(1)
"My favorites are Ennui's knee and elbow pads--i have both the hard ones and the ones you wear under your clothes."
#36
Icon
4.0
(1)
"I am now wearing an Motorcycle armor shirt. Particularly the Icon Field armor shirt. It has build in elbow guards."
#37
STX or Under Armour
4.0
(1)
"I use a pair of lacrosse elbow pads. They move great, breathe fantastic. And can take a beating."
#38
Protec, TSG, 187 Killer Pads
4.0
(1)
"Protec, TSG and 187 killer pads are all pretty good."
#39
7idp
4.0
(1)
"The 7idp Transition and Sam Hill pads are excellent. ... both are very comfortable, have held up great, and have kept me from getting as bloody a"
#40
S3
4.0
(1)
"Bought the S3 pros in October last year, ... Got the M5s when I thought I lost one of my S3s… and I prefer the m5 over the S3 but both are great"
#41
Empire
4.0
(1)
"The best elbow pads are older empire ones with lots of padding."
#42
187
4.0
(1)
"I have some killer 187 elbow and knee pads from Amazon. Plenty of padding but still pretty light."
#43
RefCloset
4.0
(1)
"I've had these for a couple seasons and really like them. The low profile is nice."
#44
Boon
4.0
(1)
"Nationman or boon elbow pads, knee pads just get volleyball or wrestling ones."
#45
HK Army
3.0
(1)
"HK Army Crash CTX and BunkerKings are ok as long as you wear a Jersey over them."
#46
RDX
2.0
(1)
"I bought the RDX elbow pads but they are too bulky and feel restrictive."
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