Can anybody recommend some decent body armour that’s comfortable, not too heavy and could be used in warmer climates with some uphill riding? Thanks JJ
If you're after knee/leg guards or elbow pads I'd recommend Dainese. I wouldnt recommend wearing much more than that for all day riding! The Dainese stuff is a bit pricey but in my opinion worth every penny; it's very light and very comfortable (I often wear my Kneeguard revolutions on all day, 8hr rides in the peaks). However only relatively few places stock it. BikeDock usually have quite a range though. If you want something a bit cheaper then anything from RaceFace, 661 etc will be pretty decent.
If you want cheap, I am 'suit'ably impressed with Brand X stuff. The elbow guards are good and could rid all day in, knee pads a more bulky and prob get very hot in warm climates.
The 661 veggie pads are supposed to be quite good for all day riding
