These pads offer good protection. It does not have the sock like material that covers the whole knee or elbow but the Velcro does the job pretty well and offers better ventilation. The only shortcoming is the Velcro for the knees. It seems a bit short for the top strap. I measure the maximum it can fit 10cm above the knee is a circumference of 42 cm. I think that is a important point to note when purchasing this item. Other areas should fit well as the Velcro is long enough..