Initial
Concerns:
From a functional stand point, none, this brace is
awesome. When bent at a 90 degree angle the encompassing
knee cup seemed to stick out forward rather far but
was easily corrected by removing some of the padding
on the inside.
Weight
lifting and running:
During
leg workouts and running the Defender Pro feels great,
no migration down the leg. Smooth fluid motion in
the hinges and the straps are very nicely made. A
knee sleeve is a must because the condylar
padding WILL pull your hair.
Riding:
The brace fits well under normal riding gear (2000
MSR Rage pants) only slightly more bulky than the
Cell. Pinching the tank with the brace feels completely
natural as soon as you get on the bike. The brace
does NOT tear up tank or shroud graphics. Range of
motion was excellent. The most comfortable brace I
have ever worn. I thought the brace would get hot
because it is encompassing but it breathes remarkably
well even on a 95 degree Texas afternoon.
Support:
Very strong with excellent surface coverage. When
you reach full extension under a load you know it
is not going anywhere. I had my leg out going around
slick blue groove corner, slid the back end out a
bit to far and when the bike regained its composure
my foot hit a rut... SNAP I was at full extension
and the bike pivoted on my leg, this thing is really
strong. There is no doubt in my mind that this brace
would have saved me from an ACL injury... if I had
only known then what I know now, but hind sight is
20/20.
Maintenance:
Wash with mild soapy water, let air dry, light lubrication
on hinges with graphite if needed. Water sport friendly.
If the product is damaged in a heavy collision, they
can replace the damaged component at a cost. The unit
is modular therefore every component can be replaced
in the event of a break, therefore you wont have to
go out and buy a new brace say if just the shin section
is damaged. The brace will in turn last as long as
you continue to ride.
Likes:
• Complete custom fit
• Tibial hinge!
• Smooth action
• Solid carbon fiber
• Fast putting on and taking off
• Fits well under riding gear
• The most comfortable brace I have ever worn
• The best knee cup protection available
• 14 different size combinations
• Replaceable parts.
Dislikes:
• The hardest to adjust extension stops
• Knee sleeve MUST be worn unless you
legs are hairless
Contacts:
Doyle International Limited
The Spires
2 Adelaide Street
Luton, Bedfordshire
United Kingdom
LU 5DU
Tel: +44 (0) 1582-755-000
Fax: +44 (0) 1582-755-009
E-mail: info@dil-kneebrace.com
www.dil-kneebrace.com
