The challenge in developing really good elbow guards is to design them so that they are comfortable to wear even during dynamic movements. To meet this requirement, Pearl Izumi has equipped the Summit Elbow Guard with lightweight 4-way CORDURA stretch fabric that provides a ...The challenge in developing really good elbow guards is to design them so that they are comfortable to wear even during dynamic movements. To meet this requirement, Pearl Izumi has equipped the Summit Elbow Guard with lightweight 4-way CORDURA stretch fabric that provides a comfortable fit and does not restrict fast movements of the upper body, such as when shifting weight for descents and turns.
Alongside this, viscoelastic D3O material provides excellent protection without being too heavy or rigid. The optimal solution for trail riders who want a little more protection without sacrificing speed.