TOP KING Professional Shin Guards

Ryukyu Damashi · 11-01-2009, 09:50 AM

I bought these shin guards in August at the Lumpinee Stadium shop in Bangkok. I paid 1250 baht. They are size XL. I have sparred in them about 50 times.

Pros:
They don't spin or twist when strapped down. The strapping system is very very good. The padding is dense and strong, I don't feel anything when clashing shins or kicking a knee. They are very light, much lighter than the Boon or Windy traditional shins I used before. The leather quality is very good. The part that covers the knee cap has save me from a few injuries so far.

Cons: The red piping is vinyl, not leather. It is starting to tear a bit, but it doesn't really matter. The shin and foot pad is connected by a piece of unpadded neoprene. I kicked an elbow a few weeks ago and it fricken hurt...lol.

I woould rate these shin pads 9 out of 10. They are the best shins I have used. If they redesign the neoprene part, they will be a perfect 10.

Ryukyu Damashi · 11-01-2009, 09:51 AM

HoyBoi · 11-01-2009, 10:31 AM

Thanks for the review Ryukyu! I like that you mention how much you've used them before writing the review..

bunzo7 · 11-01-2009, 06:01 PM

oooh..the padding looks nice and thick

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Originally Posted by Ryukyu Damashi

Capt.Canuck · 11-01-2009, 10:19 PM

Nice review - I ordered the exact same pair (black w/ red) a week ago to supplement my Haybusas which I'm finding too light for hard sparring.

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Good point about the lack of protection at the ankle. That does indeed seem like a meaningful design flaw.

CFMC04 · 11-02-2009, 03:19 PM

Good review. I'm liking a lot of the Top King Gear. I may have to shell out some dough to get some new stuff.

xPINKx · 11-14-2009, 12:42 PM

i've got the same in black and white..
they are pretty awesome, but is there a left/right pattern to use them?

Ryukyu Damashi · 11-14-2009, 04:37 PM

I have found the velcro straps point to the outside work best for me. If I strap them up with the velcro facing in, they get ripped open when someone catch/pass through one of my round kicks.

The more I use them, the more I like them!