What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: "I ride in the VPD System Lite Knee Pads on hot desert days—they breathe better than any pads I’ve worn. They’re light, flexible while climbing, and harden up on impact. Perfect combo of comfort and protection for big rides and tech trails." We ride fast, climb hard, and demand protection that doesn’t slow us down. The VPD System Lite Knee Pad from POC is built to give us all-day comfort without sacrificing certified impact protection. Designed with POC’s advanced VPD material, it conforms to our body as we move—then stiffens on impact to shield us when it matters most. With more ventilation than any other pad in the VPD lineup, these knee pads keep airflow maxed out, even on hot days and long ascents. The 3D-molded design and wide elastic cuffs ensure a stay-put fit that moves with us. Reinforced outer panels help resist trail rash and wear, so we can focus on sending clean lines, not babysitting our gear.