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The Ortema GP5 is an old acquaintance. The lightweight protector from the Swabian safety experts already performed very well in previous tests thanks to its large, highly cushioning foam pad from Sas-Tec. It fulfils the strict protection level 2 and is also very comfortable to wear.
Ortema has now made the bib stocking even more airy. This has advantages and disadvantages: Although the thin fabric is even more comfortable this way, it does not hold the foam as tightly to the leg, and the durability of the knee pad also suffers. Important: Make sure you get the right size!
Weight: 270 grams (size M)
Price: 89 Euro >> e.g. available here
Focus on bike arenas - in BIKE 8/2021
Epic tours, fast-paced downhill pistes and flowing trails: so-called Bike arenas have developed from a hotspot for downhillers to a Fun parks for everyone developed. Our thematic focus in BIKE 8/2021 shows on more than 25 pages the best Territories for maximum driving pleasure. We also test Knee pads and present the appropriate Outfits for the hunt through the neighbourhood. Also in this issue: 48 pages of Enduro Special extra
Knee protectors: 20 knee protectors from two categories tested
Missing a bend, overlooking a step, and bikers go down. The victims are often the knees. Protectors such as the Ortema GP5 above protect the joint, which consists almost entirely of skin and bone. In addition to heavy bike park protectors, there are more and more lightweight protectors that fit comfortably even on long rides. We tested 20 models from both categories - now in BIKE 8/2021.
