Which ankle guards are the best for crank knocks?

IntoIt · 2010-12-19, 12:36 AM

It is really hard to evaluate the different ankle braces because people want them for such myriad reasons and purposes. My purpose is that my ankle gets torn up - every day. My left ankle is over twice as large as my right, in fact possibly 3x, hence, I knock it even MORE. Flexibility is important, good ankle protection, and cool-looking never hurts.

Cheers,
Lance

MuniOrBust · 2010-12-19, 03:17 AM

Some talk about ankle guards in a thread here.

Kerv · 2010-12-21, 03:10 AM

If the only problem is that you keep skinning your ankle on the cranks, just wear high-tops. I have always had this problem and I find that wearing a high-top basketball shoe really helps.

Carey · 2010-12-21, 02:55 PM

You can also get some pedal spacers that will move your feet out a little. They are about $45 though. You might also want to look for some cranks with a bit more Q factor but high tops with some ankle padding will stop your injuries in the near term.

Carey

Casper · 2010-12-21, 03:36 PM

I use this one: http://www.einradladen.net/shop/show...roducts_id/445 And I realy like them.

IntoIt · 2010-12-21, 11:35 PM

I went ahead with mcdavids laces+straps. excellent reviews...
Thanks, guys.

Tammy · 2011-03-10, 02:57 AM

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Originally Posted by IntoIt

It is really hard to evaluate the different ankle braces because people want them for such myriad reasons and purposes. My purpose is that my ankle gets torn up - every day. My left ankle is over twice as large as my right, in fact possibly 3x, hence, I knock it even MORE. Flexibility is important, good ankle protection, and cool-looking never hurts.

Cheers,
Lance

I have the same problem, my ankle gets torn up all the time. I'm looking for an ankle brace that can provide good ankle protection at all times, something that can balance me and not create anymore damage to my ankle anymore. Were you able to find something that you think worked well for you? If so please let me know I really want to find a solution.

Schmoozie · 2012-09-13, 03:23 PM

This discussion is very helpful. I'm just starting out and my left ankle is taking a beating, especially the achilles tendon and above. I think I'll try high-tops. I need better shoes for riding anyway.

HudsonAktau · 2012-09-14, 07:11 AM

Hi there!

As I showed in this post you can try MTB shoes with ankle guards - very good ones.

Schmoozie · 2012-09-22, 12:33 AM

I ended up getting these Converse "Athletic Workboots". Love them!! When I fall less, those MTBs look awesome. On the other hand, I find the more confident I get the more I'm willing to try, so in a year or two I'll be falling a lot because I'm trying harder stuff. LOL. Then I'll get the MTBs, ankle and shin guards!!

2010-12-19, 12:36 AM	#1
IntoIt Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Austin, Tx Age: 25 Posts: 153	Which ankle guards are the best for crank knocks? It is really hard to evaluate the different ankle braces because people want them for such myriad reasons and purposes. My purpose is that my ankle gets torn up - every day. My left ankle is over twice as large as my right, in fact possibly 3x, hence, I knock it even MORE. Flexibility is important, good ankle protection, and cool-looking never hurts. Cheers, Lance

2010-12-19, 03:17 AM	#2
MuniOrBust show me the muni! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Rochester, New York Age: 37 Posts: 1,272	Some talk about ankle guards in a thread here. __________________ --> Grease for your Schlumpf hub (free shipping!) <--

2010-12-21, 03:10 AM	#3
Kerv Kevin Kervick Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Belchertown, MA USA Age: 51 Posts: 293	If the only problem is that you keep skinning your ankle on the cranks, just wear high-tops. I have always had this problem and I find that wearing a high-top basketball shoe really helps. __________________ Old, fat, slow, bald, nearsighted, flatulent, no-talent KH wannabe

2012-09-13, 03:23 PM	#8
Schmoozie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 3	Ankle protection This discussion is very helpful. I'm just starting out and my left ankle is taking a beating, especially the achilles tendon and above. I think I'll try high-tops. I need better shoes for riding anyway.

2012-09-14, 07:11 AM	#9
HudsonAktau Гудзон Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Kazakhstan, Aktau Age: 31 Posts: 165	Hi there! As I showed in this post you can try MTB shoes with ankle guards - very good ones. Last edited by HudsonAktau; 2012-09-14 at 07:12 AM.

2010-12-21, 02:55 PM	#4
Carey One up. Join Date: May 2005 Location: Colorado, USA Age: 62 Posts: 269	You can also get some pedal spacers that will move your feet out a little. They are about $45 though. You might also want to look for some cranks with a bit more Q factor but high tops with some ankle padding will stop your injuries in the near term. Carey

2010-12-21, 03:36 PM	#5
Casper Municycle.com Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Leusden - Holland Age: 14 Posts: 549	I use this one: http://www.einradladen.net/shop/show...roducts_id/445 And I realy like them.

2010-12-21, 11:35 PM	#6
IntoIt Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Austin, Tx Age: 25 Posts: 153	I went ahead with mcdavids laces+straps. excellent reviews... Thanks, guys.

2012-09-22, 12:33 AM	#10
Schmoozie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 3	I ended up getting these Converse "Athletic Workboots". Love them!! When I fall less, those MTBs look awesome. On the other hand, I find the more confident I get the more I'm willing to try, so in a year or two I'll be falling a lot because I'm trying harder stuff. LOL. Then I'll get the MTBs, ankle and shin guards!! Attached Images Last edited by Schmoozie; 2012-09-22 at 12:35 AM.

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