The sport of wrestling can be brutal on the knees. Wearing good knee pads can help limit or prevent pain. Top grade knee pads can be purchased at some sporting goods stores and retail outlets, but wrestlers will find a much wider selection online.
Cliff Keen Air Brace
Padding absorbs some of the shock of hitting or landing hard on the mat during a wrestling match. Cliff Keen Air Brace pads feature added stability to help prevent of injuries. According to JRWrestling.com, the Cliff Keen Air Brace was developed with the input of orthopedic surgeons, engineers and coaches. The Air Brace features sealed rubber tubes that dissipate shock and a triple-design pad that protects the entire knee -- not just the knee cap. The pads are also lightweight for improved maneuverability. At $42.99, as of 2011, the Air Brace is one of the more expensive top grade wrestling knee pads.
Brute Exo
The Brute Exo knee pad's most intriguing feature is that it prevents moisture build-up, a common issue with wrestling knee pads. According to a product description on Nextag.com, Brute Exo knee pads have a mesh panel on the back to help prevent moisture, as well as a molded exoskeleton. A neoprene sleeve holds the knee pad tight to the leg to prevent slippage. A Brute Exo knee pad is listed at $15.99, as of 2011.
Asics Gel Reversible
Functionality and fashion make the Asics Gel Reversible knee pad a top choice. According to the Scoreboard Wrestling website, the Asics Gel Reversible knee pad is a different color on each side. The pad also comes with the Asics Gel Cushioning System, and the simple design makes it easy to slide on and off. The Asics Gel costs $12.99, as of 2011.
Cliff Keen Impact
The Cliff Keen Impact knee pad is a top choice because it features a bubble form that provides ultimate padding, according to the Scoreboard Wrestling website. The pad also is machine-washable -- unlike other knee pads. The Cliff Keen Impact comes in youth and adult sizes, and is available in white, scarlet, black and navy blue for $8.99, as of 2011.
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