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1. Combined knee and shin protection in a single sleeve covers both zones without requiring separate guards, and the extended sleeve format distributes the flat seam and rip-stop quality across the complete lower leg coverage area
2. Flat inward-facing seams provide second-skin comfort contact across the longer combined sleeve format — particularly valuable for the inner shin area where seam contact during extended wearing can become pronounced
3. Rip-stop reinforcements at the high abrasion zones address the specific durability requirements of a combined knee/shin sleeve, which has more total material at risk from trail and rock contact than a knee-only sleeve
1. Combined knee/shin sleeve adds length and total coverage that may not fit under all riding pants — particularly tighter-cut pants may resist the additional sleeve volume
2. At £79.99, this is the most expensive item in the Paragon Plus lineup, reflecting the additional material and shin extension over the knee-only version
3. CE Level 1 certification covers both the knee and shin in the combined guard; riders who need Level 2 certification for knee protection specifically will not find it here
The Paragon Plus Knee/Shin Protectors extend the construction approach of the Paragon Plus Knee Protectors into a combined knee and shin format, applying the same flat-seam and rip-stop quality to a sleeve that provides coverage from the knee through the shin. For riders who ride technical rocky terrain or environments where shin exposure is a regular factor, the combined format removes the need to manage separate knee and shin protection without compromising the comfort quality that defines the Paragon Plus line.
The flat inward-facing seams are maintained across the full extended sleeve length, which is a more demanding construction requirement for the longer format than for a standalone knee sleeve. The inner shin area in particular benefits from flat seam construction: the shin is a bony, surface-close area where raised seam contact during extended wearing creates more pronounced discomfort than the padded thigh zone above the knee. Flat seams here are a meaningful comfort improvement.
Rip-stop fabric reinforcements are strategically positioned across both the knee zone and the shin zone of the combined sleeve, providing tear-resistant durability at the high abrasion exposure areas throughout the full length of the guard. The shin section of the sleeve is exposed to trail contact, rock strikes, and debris during riding, and rip-stop reinforcement at these zones extends the sleeve’s usable life beyond what standard stretch mesh construction alone can achieve.
The protector pads are perforated for airflow and secured in a mesh pocket on the outer face. The pads are contoured for an anatomical, compressive fit at the knee protection zone, and the combined sleeve’s pre-shaped ergonomic design follows the natural geometry of the leg in the riding position across both the knee and calf.
The Paragon Plus Knee/Shin Protectors are for trail, enduro, and off-road riders who want CE Level 1 combined knee and shin coverage in a quality sleeve format with the flat seam construction and rip-stop durability of the Paragon Plus line. The combined format suits riders who regularly encounter rock strikes to the shin and want the convenience of unified protection over the full lower leg without carrying separate protectors.
– CE Level 1: EN 1621-1:2012 Level 1 (combined knee/shin)
– Flat inward-facing seams for second-skin comfort across full sleeve length
– Rip-stop fabric reinforcements at high abrasion exposure zones
– Perforated protector pads: contoured for anatomical, compressive fit
– Breathable stretch mesh construction, extremely lightweight and flexible
– Slip-on design with elasticated cuffs and silicone printing
– Pre-shaped ergonomic design for various riding positions
– Sold as pairs
The Paragon Plus Knee/Shin Protectors at £79.99 are a CE Level 1 combined knee and shin sleeve with the flat seam comfort and rip-stop durability of the Paragon Plus line extended across the full lower leg coverage zone.
The Paragon Plus Knee/Shin Protectors bring the flat seam and rip-stop quality of the Paragon Plus range to combined knee and shin coverage at £79.99. For trail and enduro riders who want extended lower leg protection with all-day wearing comfort from a single sleeve, this is the well-specified choice.
1. Combined knee and shin protection in a single sleeve covers both zones without requiring separate guards, and the extended sleeve format distributes the flat seam and rip-stop quality across the complete lower leg coverage area
2. Flat inward-facing seams provide second-skin comfort contact across the longer combined sleeve format — particularly valuable for the inner shin area where seam contact during extended wearing can become pronounced
3. Rip-stop reinforcements at the high abrasion zones address the specific durability requirements of a combined knee/shin sleeve, which has more total material at risk from trail and rock contact than a knee-only sleeve
1. Combined knee/shin sleeve adds length and total coverage that may not fit under all riding pants — particularly tighter-cut pants may resist the additional sleeve volume
2. At £79.99, this is the most expensive item in the Paragon Plus lineup, reflecting the additional material and shin extension over the knee-only version
3. CE Level 1 certification covers both the knee and shin in the combined guard; riders who need Level 2 certification for knee protection specifically will not find it here
