Knee Pads

[moose57]

What is the best type of knee pads to use in the for metal detecting
that does not slide up & down on the leg..

 

[Rick(ND)]

The ones I found that work the best for me as they dont slide around and stay put. These are made for I believe is got at Duluth Trading and made for the pants they make also for those that work on their knees . The pants have a compartment in the knees where the pads slide in so the stay put. If I remember correct there is other pockets for some of the tools also. I have a pair of them myself and if I am going to be digging on my knees alot I will put the pads in.
I tried a lot of different knee pads over the years and hated they dont stay in place or hard to kneel down and bit into my legs.
I havent used them for a couple of years now as I had to have both knees total replaced at once and hard to kneel down and get up, but plan on using them again soon.

Rick

 

[Odanscoils]

I prefer the ones with the hard shell.
Those softy ones still hurt on rocks.

 

[BigTony]

I tried a few kinds of knee pads over the years and don‘t like the straps behind the knee.
Still looking for a better idea.
Too bad they don’t make a peel and stick pad
Tony

 

[KindManTall]

The Harbour Freight $4 pair after a while you need to add foam to the inside BUT they stay put

 

[fwcrawford]

To add to RickND’s post, U.S. military pants also have a pocket on the knees that allow padding to be inserted in them.. they have a velcro closure.
I too have searched for a nice pair of knee pads, but the ones I have tried also seem to not stay in place.
I do prefer the ones that have regular
straps rather that elastic straps, which seem to work loose at the buckle and need to be retightened.
I bought a pair at Lowe’s that have Velcro fasteners and have hard plastic cups with padding… those work pretty good, but have to be readjusted from time to time.

 

[Elmy]

I tried a few kinds of knee pads over the years and don‘t like the straps behind the knee.
Still looking for a better idea.
Too bad they don’t make a peel and stick pad
Tony

https://www.amazon.com/Flat-Canoe-Stick-Adhesive-Backing/dp/B0049PIZ7W/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=580576315803&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9016019&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=3324611062418618807&hvtargid=kwd-823761087278&hydadcr=16039_13515963&keywords=adhesive+knee+pads&qid=1684003823&sr=8-1

 

[Silver Saver]

I use kneelon knee pads. They've lasted a very long time for me, with lots of use. I've used them for long detecting sessions(8hr) and not had issues, only adjusting when I take a break. I do wear jeans though, I'm not sure how they would compare with shorts. Before I bought the Kneelons I tried a cheaper version and the padding flattened almost right away. YMMV

 

[MuddyMo]

I'd rather carry a foam pad. I have never used a comfortable knee pad. Maybe wearing them with shorts would make them more comfortable?.

 

[BigTony]

I'd rather carry a foam pad. I have never used a comfortable knee pad. Maybe wearing them with shorts would make them more comfortable?.

I have done that in the past

 

[Gold Buddy]

https://www.amazon.com/Flat-Canoe-Stick-Adhesive-Backing/dp/B0049PIZ7W/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=580576315803&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9016019&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=3324611062418618807&hvtargid=kwd-823761087278&hydadcr=16039_13515963&keywords=adhesive+knee+pads&qid=1684003823&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L379FOA/ref=sspa_dk_detail_0?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B01L379FOA&pd_rd_w=KhZuq&content-id=amzn1.sym.7b21e0c7-2d6d-4279-a40b-74d2b0593b5a&pf_rd_p=7b21e0c7-2d6d-4279-a40b-74d2b0593b5a&pf_rd_r=RNXM4J8NA01J97AW0XFK&pd_rd_wg=8xVg7&pd_rd_r=dc871705-e2e6-4319-b51a-0ca714cd99a1&s=sporting-goods&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFNVU84WE1NT0g3MEkmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0ODA2NjYxSjNZVE42NEVRMEQ3JmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAxMzc2ODgyODNaRlRTU0k5OFAxJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

 

[MuddyMo]

Something like these. You could probably find 1 at wmart for $5-$7
https://a.co/d/5IsMzpm
You won't need pads because once you drop down you're not going to move around plus you won't look like a .... wearing knee pads.

 

[autopilot42]

I use the ones from homedepot I only use one on my right knee works that is how I go down to did very comfortable and leaved it straped for the hunt. Also good for gardening. Three position dual strap very comfortable

 

[Ronstar]

Im currently using the Duluth Trading exterior pads. One trick to help stop the sliding up and down (to a pretty good degree) is criss cross the straps across the back. I cant do the “rice paddy squats” anymore so a set of their pants with the slip in pads is looks pretty good right now.

 

[thepest]

Duluth Trading pants with the slip in knee pads

Men’s DuluthFlex Fire Hose Relaxed Fit Carpenter Pants With Knee Pad Pouches | Duluth Trading Company

Stay on an even keel when you kneel with handy double-chap knee pad pouches in DuluthFlex Fire Hose Carpenter Pants.

www.duluthtrading.com

Ultimate Knee Pad Inserts | Duluth Trading Company

Duluth Trading's Knee Pad Inserts provide the comfort your hard-working knees deserve. Sized to fit the knee pockets on Ultimate Fire Hose Work Pants.

www.duluthtrading.com