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1. Rollable design enables the elbow protectors to be stored in a jersey back pocket or the included storage pouch during uphill efforts or sections where protection is not needed — a significant practical advantage for enduro and cross-country riders who selectively wear protection on descents
2. Interlinked cell protectors are highly perforated and secured in a mesh pocket for excellent breathability and ventilation at the protection zone
3. Slip-on design with elasticated cuffs and silicone printing provides fast, tool-free fitting and reliable anti-migration performance throughout the full range of arm movement
1. CE Level 1 is the lighter certification tier; riders in environments where Level 2 elbow protection is required or preferred should look at the Bionic Pro or A-Motion Plasma Elbow options
2. At £62.99, these are priced at the mid-range of the elbow sleeve lineup — slightly less expensive than the A-Motion Plasma Elbow Sleeve despite a different technology approach
3. The rollable compact format optimises packability rather than maximum protection coverage — riders wanting the most protective sleeve format should prioritise the A-Motion Plasma or Bionic Flex
Enduro and cross-country riding presents a protection dilemma that trail and DH riders don’t face in the same way: the effort-intensive uphill sections are low-risk environments where protection adds heat and weight, while the descents are the high-risk sections where that same protection is genuinely needed. Carrying protection for the descents without wearing it on the climbs requires protection that can be packed and unpacked quickly and compactly on the trail. The Alpinestars Paragon Lite Elbow Protectors are designed around this specific use case.
The rollable design is the central practical feature: the elbow sleeve can be rolled into a compact cylinder that fits in the back pocket of a riding jersey or in the included storage pouch. Riders can carry the protection on the way up, fit it at the top of a descent, and remove and store it again at the next climb without needing a bag or any additional carrying solution beyond what they’re already wearing. This makes protection genuinely practical for an all-day enduro ride in a way that bulkier or rigid protectors cannot be.
The protection uses interlinked cell protectors: a design that provides both flexibility and permeation, with the interlinked cellular structure secured in a mesh pocket on the outer face of the sleeve. The cell construction is highly perforated for excellent breathability and core cooling through the protection zone, preventing the heat retention that enclosed solid-shell protectors create during physically demanding riding.
The sleeve chassis is built from an extremely lightweight, durable, and flexible breathable stretch mesh that provides a comfortable close fit against the elbow and forearm. The slip-on design uses elasticated cuffs and silicone printing at the hems to prevent slippage during both the fitting process and subsequent movement, keeping the sleeves in the correct protective position throughout the descent.
The Paragon Lite Elbow Protectors are specifically designed for enduro, cross-country, and trail riders who ride in environments where selective protection use is the practical approach: carrying protection for the descents and packing it away for the climbs. The rollable design and jersey pocket storage make these the right choice for riders who want to keep their pack light but still have CE Level 1 elbow protection available when they need it.
– CE Level 1: EN 1621-1:2012 Level 1
– Rollable design for jersey pocket or pouch storage
– Storage pouch included
– Interlinked cell protectors: highly perforated, secured in mesh pocket
– Breathable stretch mesh chassis, extremely lightweight and flexible
– Slip-on design with elasticated cuffs and silicone printing
– Abrasion resistant fabric front panel
The Paragon Lite Elbow Protectors at £62.99 are the practical choice for selectively protective enduro riding: rollable, breathable, fast to fit, and CE Level 1 certified. Pack them in your pocket on the way up, put them on at the top.
The Paragon Lite Elbow Protectors are the elbow protection solution for riders who don’t want to commit to wearing guards all day: rollable, pocket-storable, and fast to put on when descending. CE Level 1 certified, breathable, and supplied with a storage pouch at £62.99 — a sensible choice for enduro riders who work hard on the way up.
1. Rollable design enables the elbow protectors to be stored in a jersey back pocket or the included storage pouch during uphill efforts or sections where protection is not needed — a significant practical advantage for enduro and cross-country riders who selectively wear protection on descents
2. Interlinked cell protectors are highly perforated and secured in a mesh pocket for excellent breathability and ventilation at the protection zone
3. Slip-on design with elasticated cuffs and silicone printing provides fast, tool-free fitting and reliable anti-migration performance throughout the full range of arm movement
1. CE Level 1 is the lighter certification tier; riders in environments where Level 2 elbow protection is required or preferred should look at the Bionic Pro or A-Motion Plasma Elbow options
2. At £62.99, these are priced at the mid-range of the elbow sleeve lineup — slightly less expensive than the A-Motion Plasma Elbow Sleeve despite a different technology approach
3. The rollable compact format optimises packability rather than maximum protection coverage — riders wanting the most protective sleeve format should prioritise the A-Motion Plasma or Bionic Flex
