RBK Elbow Pads and Shin Guards

[topshelf19 0]

Does anybody know the difference between the Reebok 7K and 8K shin guards and elbow pads?

[Stampede 0]

Think it's the same as the jofa principle (cos they are the jofa pads) where the higher the number doesn't necessarely mean a better level of support.

Some will be wider/shorter/different strapping/cup depth etcetcetc

So just go to LHS and try them on and see what feels best. Think I ended up going with the 6k's.

[Edge 0]

The 6k shins are awesome. I like how they dont have the pad that rises up above your knee, I hate those.

[2-Keys 1]

those pads above the knee are sooo enoying!! i always cut mine off

[Edge 0]

Yeah I use bauer 8000s right now, that pad is adjustable, but usually I either cut if or fold it down under the knee cushion pad.

[whbd18 0]

I play very competitive hockey and I find that the 5k shins give me plenty of protection,

I also have the 5k elbows, and they are also fine

[corry34 0]

The main difference between the 8K and 7K elbow is that the 8K model has the extended forearm protection.

For the Shin Guards, the 8K model has a thermomolded inner liner which is lighter and offers better protection.

[Vapor#42 0]

I'm really tempted to invest into some RBK protection, if there shin guards are anything like the high end jofa range, i'd be stoked..

[whbd18 0]

They're better than the high end Jofa,as in more protection.