100% has launched it’s protection collection for 2019 that includes 4 different lines of pads. Each line includes both elbow and knee pad options and offer varying levels protections.
Ridecamp is the lightest duty pads in the lineup. They feature a slip on sleeve with ventilated rear mesh. The pad is pre-curved to be in a natural riding position and the protection itself is lightly padded nylon for abrasion protection. These pads are geared toward XC and light trail use. Knee pads and elbow pads are $59 and $49 respectively.
Stepping up in the amount of protection provided, the Teratec line features a moderately padded with nylon anti-abrasion outer skin. This pad is impacted tested with Level 1 CE Protection. Like the Ridcamp line, Teratec features a slip on sleeve with ventilated rear mesh. The Teratec knee pads and elbow pads retail for $69 and $59 respectively.
The Fortis is a non-slip on design that features a injection molded protective shell for abrasion resistance and Level 1 CE impact protection. It is attached with a hook and loop thigh and calf closure along with a security cinch. These pads are billed as, “light enough for cross country, protective enough for gravity rides and breathable enough for everything in between.” Knee pads and elbow pads in the Fortis line are $79 and $69.
The heaviest duty pads, the Surpass line, are Level 2 CE certified. They feature a rubberized ventilated outer skin. The Surpass pads are a slip on design that also feature cinch straps for added security. 100% has worked to keep these heaviest duty pads pedalable though by adding an internal elastic flex joint. The Surpass knee pads and elbow pads retail for $139 and $129.
You can find out more about the 100% protection line here: https://www.ride100percent.com/pages/protection
