Alta Tactical Superflex Knee Pads Black AltaLok

by Alta Industries

Product Description

Superflex Knee Caps

Product Details

• Item Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0018GWO7M
• Item model number: 50413
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,422 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #6 in Sports & Outdoors > Team Sports > Wrestling

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great All-Purpose Kneepads, April 20, 2010

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Superman "Jon" (East Coast, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Alta Tactical Superflex Knee Pads Black AltaLok (Misc.)

I purchased the Alta Superflex Knee Pads with the non-velcro "Altalok" buckle (featured in the photo).

The packaging states clearly "not intended for athletic applications", but I could see it being used in outdoor sporting activities (the reason for my initial purchase). After adjusting and wearing them, they are quite comfortable. The disclaimer is probably because the cushioning is not as thick as other cushioning found in volleyball or similar knee pads available, but make no mistake: there is comfortable fabric and great padding in these.

The cap is not a super-rigid, plastic material like many skateboarding caps are. They are a sturdy but flexible, hard rubber material with a soft texture to them that provides grip when kneeling down.

The lower strap is made of a tough and durable adjustable Du Pont Cordura (R) strap. The upper strap is made of a flexible elastic strap that gives enough tension to keep the fit around the lower quads/above the knee nice and tight without hindering range of motion when bending at the knee.

The "Altalok" buckle system is simple to use; they slide in and out easily and are designed in such a way to eliminate any accidental loosening of the strap. They pivot on hinge that the buckle hooks around as well, enabling a more comfortable fit.

Overall, I recommend this product to anyone who wants a comfortable, versatile kneepad. Construction workers, paintballers, and airsofters would appreciate the build quality and the comfort of the Alta Superflex Knee Pads.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars workhorse, September 17, 2009

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Joshua Jack (Baltimore, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Alta Tactical Superflex Knee Pads Black AltaLok (Misc.)

I understand that these are the same pads that the military uses. After some marathon caving I can understand why. I might not have knees any more if these bad boys weren't there. I also love the rubber caps over hard plastic, stiff fabric, or other alternatives.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quality product, November 30, 2011

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de0ris (NYC Metro) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Alta Tactical Superflex Knee Pads Black AltaLok (Misc.)

These are really sturdy, and very comfortable to wear. I found them to be easy to adjust, and they stay put. I use them primarily for photography: I take a lot of low-angle shots, and my knee takes a beating. So running around with one of these wrapped on my leg all day is not a problem: doesn't slide off, stays put, offers excellent padding/protection and feels comfortable.

Recently I also put them to use on a renovation project. And they held up great.

Generally, the plastic front does scuff up pretty easily, but besides cosmetics it has no effect on the product. They're been used and abused for over a year now, and hold up up just as well as the day I got 'em (just little beat up, that's all, but lots of life left in them). Great product.