The information that you have Roger is priceless, thank you. Being an avid DIYer, I was on my knees yesterday with a pair of gel pads. Today they're telling me I require a better solution. Then I remembered this video. Well done, stay safe and thanks again.
60 now and waiting for my second knee replacement. It is no joke suffering constant pain and watching your mobility suffer. I would urge all young tradesmen to take the very best care of their knees. I neglected mine and am now paying the price.
I hated knee pads in days of old personally for all reasons you just mentioned. I'm over 50 now and knees are shot to bits, I used cardboard, packaging, foam, anything I could lay my hands on to use for a kneeling pad but eventually the poor old knees took their toll. The latter part of my working life companies issued them stupid foam pads that you force into knee pockets of work trousers that were absolutely crap. I have had a 2" peice of white firm package foam handy now for my kneeling, I just can't kneel straight onto a hard floor any more. The younger trades folk should heed this advice and start protecting their knees, the sooner the better. How about a lecture on our backs next Roger, and I don't mean a video of you laying on your bed. I bet I'm not the only one that has constant back pains now from the years on sites. 👍👍👍
Knees, back, neck and shoulder. I work as an osteopath and see my fair share of trades. Anyone working above head height for long periods has a good chance of getting neck and shoulder problems, anyone working below chest height is going to get knee and back. Then you got the poor brickie who's thumb will give in after 15-20 years unless they are genetically blessed.
When you add 1/2 inch hight to your knees, you need to arch the back further towards the floor.. longer term,this is more painful and debilitating than knee problems .
Been in the plumbing & heating game all my life since leaving school , I'm 61 now and my knees are knackerd , my back is knackerd and my ankles too , every time I have to kneel down for more than a few minutes I need something next to me like a hammer so that I can use it to help me to push myself up again , it's got to the stage now that I'm going to give it up this year and try and find some type of work that does not involve kneeling in any way.... as for the kneepads , I've worn them everyday for about the last 20 years when I started getting problems with my knees but maybe the damage was already done but they helped prolong my career up until now , my advice to any youngsters starting out is get your knees protected the best you can while your still able too and these toughbuilt pads look like they will help immensely. cheers Roger.... 👍
My main trade is plumbing. I’ve tried all different types of knee pads and I find the straps just dig into the back of my legs or the pads just fall down etc. I just use a memory foam pillow, works a treat. I wrapped cellophane around it to keep it water proof as much as possible. It’s really comfortable.
I totally agree with you. I've tried all sorts of knee pads, and as you mentioned, the straps digging into the back of your knees is just to uncomfortable. I've tried trousers with built in pads but i've got very long legs and the pads are in the wrong position and don't line up with my knees. And like you, i just use a piece of foam which i put inside a rubble sack and cover in silver gaffer tape. So so comfortable.
@@tilerman that’s right, wish I did this years ago when I was young but was stupid and got embarrassed about using a cushion on site. People say it’s a pain trying to carry it around but it’s more of a pain when you can’t walk properly.
I'm a DIY'er and I fitted a new shower six weeks ago (the No More Leaks did a fantastic job). My septuagenarian knees have only just recovered and I thought that is the end on my kneeling DIY, but I might take a chance on a set of these. Thanks Roger.
I'm a Bosun on superyachts, I'm on and off my knees all the time, its starting to show, several older deckhands have messed up kness and after a recent problem I am now a lot more careful. These kneepads look like they are worth a go. I've used some that did into the back of your leg really badly and it does mean you don't wear them as often as you should.
I upgraded my knee pads a few years back. My choice was between these and Recoil knee pads. I'd have been happy with either I'd guess but went for the Recoil as they are made in Britain.
Any young guys should pay heed to this advice, after years of plumbing and tiling at the age of 55 I really struggle to do a simple walk with my dog now
Glad to see you doing this. I have been through all the different pads and still haven't found one that works, they're all still in the van. Useless. I'll definitely be getting me a set of these though. Do goggles next! No misting goggles! Or backs as one other commenter has suggested Good luck
Hi Roger. I think I might try a pair of these as I’ve pretty much always worn knee pads but found them inconvenient / uncomfortable for all the reasons you mention. I enjoyed watching your video, but would have liked it even more if you could have demo-ed them yourself, shown us how easy they are to put on and you actually wearing them on a job. Thank you. I’m going to look into them. (Couldn’t the company have offered Skillbuilder channel subscribers a bit of discount too?)
I bought a pair and to be honest they are the best I've ever worn they don't cut into the back of the legs I have the hard shell and I recently bought the soft shell to change because I was laying laminate as to not scratch the floor, I'm a joiner in my 50s and I automatically put them on first thing no matter what job I'm doing my knees aren't too bad considering my age, but in the last 10 years I have worn knee pads no matter what and I think that's stood by me
I’ve had these knee pads for two years, absolutely brilliant!! The only gripe is that the elastic straps wear out n get slack.. but even so they are great worth every penny!!
I must have the best part of twenty different pair’s of pad’s,unfortunately none are up to the job when flat roofing,anything that is up to the job of comfort and reliability is priceless to us.
recoil spring loaded kneepads are the best in my opinion. only ones ive found that make kneeling comfortable where would otherwise be unbearable. the straps may be a bit uncomfortable but they should be easy to remove and secure your own wrap/straps on.
I've used the toughbuilt kneepads with the thigh strap and they are by far the best I've ever used. You can run a marathon and they will stay in place.
Im a Decorator. Must say they look good knee pads. Like most trades men on here iv tried loads different knee pads over the years. Most wernt great. 62 now knees get bit sore. Id like try these.
The older blokes I work with reckon I look like a right wolly in my ppe. But i reckon they look worse when they get out the vans in the mornings like the walking dead. It's mad. I'm 32. They're mid/late 50s and are all absolutely buggered physically coz they've been too "cool" to wear basic ppe. Or too tight to buy it.
A just bought a pair at Harbor Freight a week ago and what a difference it makes. My previous knee pads always cut into the back of my leg and I did not like them.
had to floor an entire house; laminate, carpet & large format tile. after 3 days of getting up and down laying floors my knees were shot. been a barman 16 years so were already on the way out! day 4 I bought a set of these and finished the house off in comfort
Best ones I've found are light weight gel knee pads by Vitrex. Light so don't have to do the straps tight and stop the circulation. That said minimise the time in use and try to think of another way of doing the job if possible. Trousers with flexibility also helps. Would be interesting to try those toughbuilts.
I have a pair of these and they are great once you get used to them. Only downfall is in the summer wearing shorts or thin trousers the strap rubs the top of your calf and leave mental long blisters like a shoe lace all the way round
When you add 1/2 inch hight to your knees, you have to arch your back further over to the floor.. this longer term can be more debilitating than the knee problems
First thing I got told but the plumber I started with was get some knee pads, he was a part time plumber and a full time firefighter, he's had 75% of his cruciate ligament shaved off and both his knees creak like old stairs, he's under 60. Safe to say I took the advice!
These look good Roger. Can’t put a price on your knees. Luckily I had a good Mentor growing up who told me to protect my knees at an early age, my dad!
Hi Roger Something I’ve been banging on about for years , of course in my early days there was very little available except as you say the type that were just to uncomfortable. But today there really is no excuse , even the type that fit into pockets in the work gear can go a long way to prevent future problems. Ironically I’m having new PVC windows fitted, and not one of the lads has knee protection . And yes I have given my hard leant advice , but was met with all sorts of excuses including it’s no good if you were shorts bless them. I suppose when we’re young we think we’re indestructible , but sadly over time we find out often to late we are very far from it . Ps you still see a lot of trades not wearing dust masks or in fact any PPE at all . But thanks to trade Ambassadors such as your good self the message will get through , if you can prevent just one person becoming debilitated later on in life . Then you can give your self a big pat on the back . Best wishes and kind regards as always. 😀👍👍👍
I may be wrong and will be happy to back track, But knee pads are a comfort thing , just feel better on the floor. The damage is done on the bending down and getting up, also weight and family history play a part. Comfort isn't a bad thing tho.
Hi Kevin Yes we shot that clip a while ago. James has moved on from his job, as many predicted, and has left the building industry for a new venture. He is doing really well and has never been less stressed. Ian is still in the trade and thriving. As for missing them, we do for sure but we have new people coming along. We have been slowed down by a few issues that have nothing to do with the channel.
Nice bit of kit...I had bursitis in my knee once after a day fitting wall heaters, first I knew about it was when I woke up the next day, got out of bed then fell back onto it shouting in pain...
Felt fixer (Flat roofer) for years. In that job kneepads are considered a consumable. Best I found were the Nailers Kneepads (toolstation), but they had to be modified with some 1 inch thick elastic from amazon. Now I wear those 35 quid snickers ones for floor layers and even that's only because it looks better for going into peoples houses (doing different stuff now) Nice Toughbuilt have put some product design and marketing behind this, though there are other directions to go with these as well. Might give them a shot at some point 😁
Thanks roger,got a pair off amazon just now,i have put up with my dewalt gel pads cutting off my circulation for years,these look the business.probably 30 years too late!
I've had the robocop type for about 3 or 4 years. Great bit of kit. I use then if I'm up and down hop ups all day. My knees give up about 3pm without them.
I've used knee pads from day one as the joiner I did my apprenticeship with said to as he already had surgery on one knee before he was in his 40s and had the other done at a later age. I've ways used knee inserts with work wear trousers as youve always got them. At the moment Im using the snickers floor layers inserts which are very comfy. I'll definitely give these a go though as the straps pinching behind the knee was my biggest problem with alot of knee pads.
I was working on a floor no pad shoved some thick high density packaging foam in my work trousers knee pad pockets. Omg never taken it out. Soft free no straps
will these thigh support knee pads restrict the bending of the knee past a certain point? I snapped my quad tendons when i stepped down from a badly built scaffold these may have saved me the agony if so
Looks like they are free, how do I get them delivered! My knees suffer from time to time but knee pads dont help they just move the pain elsewhere and the worst bit is trying to stand up straight in them you end up hurting your back because the way you 'mooch' about (just my opinion)
Great content, as always! Looks a cracking product that, very initiative and versatile.. would like to have seen some feedback as to how they weigh up in shorts when it’s mid summer? We all know how awful that can be, the stale mate between protecting your knees, or stopping that awful sweaty chaffing on the bare skin! My advice to the lads in the video not wearing them… get a decent brand of trousers and some insert pads… Levi’s on site.. it’s not a fashion show 💅🏻
I'm a Painter & Dec with 45 years in the building trade. I also laid ceramic tiles laminate flooring. 5 years ago I was registered disabled with arthritis in my knees, back and hands. In the 80s I used to wear miners knee pads. Even wearing them didn't stop me getting arthritis of the knees. I am now awaiting the first of two knee replacements. To any young tradesmen. Please, please wear knee pads. Just because I have arthritis of the knees doesn't mean that you will.
28; knees are bent out of shape from osteoporosis; permanelty disabled; bones are all just shit; building muscle the last year going from kneeling to standing. Just bought these, needing the optimism -- I trust my research more, but, regardless, I need the encouragement (this is the second pair I've bought and I'm feeling discouraged/in pain right now). Thanks for building it up : ) Here's hoping, lol
Worked at Waitrose for about 7 years during my college years. One the evening shift. The ladies were always offered the knee pad boards, they never bothered to offer it to the guys you had to ask. Good that times have changed. Anyway. All the ladies would tell me I should use one, being young and an idiot I always said no I'll be fine. I now regret it. Knees kill when getting up but now wear DeWalt trousers when doing basic DIY round the house and just use the foam pads inside the knee slip. Feels so much better on the knees & fairly cheap. 25 years by registering your purchase. In other words "Your data is worth that amount to us as we can then sell it to others to cover the costs" I bet in their small print for that 25 years is being allowed to sell your data, but I could be wrong.
Mite get them .im used to wearing snickers knee pads. There great the first 3 months or so but then soon flatten. But only for them I'm pretty sure I wouldn't be able to walk properly today if only i had them we i first started out .
Sponsored or unsponsored most of us need to get alot better about wearing knee pads between years in the trades and extremely aggressive skiing in my youth my knees definitely feel arthritic some days and I’m only 27.
I own the thigh support knee pads. Great if your set on your knees for a while, tiling a floor for example. But if moving about, they are too cumbersome.
@@SkillBuilder I mean in terms of if you're getting up and down, like in a rewire for example. If you're stationary in one area, they are nice pads. Perfect for flooring guys. Not so much for sparks.
My knees are shot 😩 Been looking for a good pair of knee pads, Do they do 1 of these for roofing ? So the pads don’t slide up and down the roofing laff ? Maby a rubber outer shell for grip ? Thanks 😊
Do I spot velcro. If I do they will not last. Why do manufacturers always go for velcro straps? They just don't last. So it doesn't matter how good the pads are if they end up just falling off your legs.
For any young tradesmen starting out, invest in good quality knee pads. A tradesman myself, I've been suffering with them since I was 18. Now 38 & some days I do be in pure agony. Learn from the likes of me.
@@m4inline wear effing knee pads!!! I had to stop doing my trade because my knees got so bad plus along with my back. For the love of god, whoever reads this, wear good quality PPE. especially comfortable boots. Employers give you cheap crappy boots. Bin them.
I think a lot of it depends on your constitution as well. I have legs and knees built for athletics. Slim, narrow ankles and wrists. I’m 34 and can feel my knees creaking but thankfully still okay. The guys I see on site with the worst knees are the top heavy guys with a beer belly. Personally I think the best thing you can do for your knees, even better than knee pads, is to not get top heavy.
Max, irrespective of your body shape it I would say the overriding factor is how much punishment you put your knees through up until the point they are 'shot'. I had your physique and was athletic in my youth but my knees are still shot. For me it was a combination of manual labour and running up mountains and endurance running.
Brought a pair of these must of been a Friday pair as theyve shown alot of faults in 4 to 5 weeks of use , contacted toughbuilt, had no reply yet despite their 2 /25 year guarantee promise good pads but let down by materials
As a spread my knees are ok, however my wrists, lower back and now tennis elbow issues are regularly defeating me at just 40.. anyone who doesn’t look after their own body is a mug, the damage and intermittent pain isn’t worth the money I was paid. I wear my ppe, but there’s nothing to save joints apart from the introduction of speed skims..
Good vid rog as usual but reckon getting the point home to youngsters coming in to the building industry about the importance-of wearing knee protection is just as relevant as the type worn I never wore them when I was younger and man am I suffering now knees almost permanently strapped up now and I’ve got a plumber friend who did the same for years who’s now had to have both knees replaced when ur young u just think ur invincible and u won’t have these problems later on but alas we do prevention is better than cure if u ask me
I was once told by my doctor that a lot of knee pads do not work .He said you are still putting pressure on the knees no matter what pads you do or do not use
Don't think get a knee replacement is an answer. My Missus has had both done. She can now walk ok but can't kneel without extreme pain. I.E. she can never kneel again. So that won't help you.
Hmmm. On the positive side, they are available in the US (on Amazon) for a reasonable price. Also on the positive side, they seem to offer protection from sharp objects and protection against some impact (while crawling), which is hard on knees. On the questionable side, they don’t do anything for the compressive impact of walking, jumping or running or the strain from repeatedly kneeling and rising or leaning over. How about “lift with your knees and not your back”?
@@SkillBuilder you are selling them mate, I just watched you for 5:25 selling them. Whomever from toughbuilt that sorted out the promo deal with you and didn't provide a clear link to purchase needs sacking.
You can find a stockist by contacting Toughbuilt - info-uk@toughbuilt.com & info-eu@toughbuilt.com
I'll test em for you too. 🇮🇪👍
The information that you have Roger is priceless, thank you. Being an avid DIYer, I was on my knees yesterday with a pair of gel pads. Today they're telling me I require a better solution. Then I remembered this video. Well done, stay safe and thanks again.
60 now and waiting for my second knee replacement. It is no joke suffering constant pain and watching your mobility suffer. I would urge all young tradesmen to take the very best care of their knees. I neglected mine and am now paying the price.
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I hated knee pads in days of old personally for all reasons you just mentioned. I'm over 50 now and knees are shot to bits, I used cardboard, packaging, foam, anything I could lay my hands on to use for a kneeling pad but eventually the poor old knees took their toll. The latter part of my working life companies issued them stupid foam pads that you force into knee pockets of work trousers that were absolutely crap. I have had a 2" peice of white firm package foam handy now for my kneeling, I just can't kneel straight onto a hard floor any more. The younger trades folk should heed this advice and start protecting their knees, the sooner the better.
How about a lecture on our backs next Roger, and I don't mean a video of you laying on your bed. I bet I'm not the only one that has constant back pains now from the years on sites. 👍👍👍
Knees, back, neck and shoulder. I work as an osteopath and see my fair share of trades. Anyone working above head height for long periods has a good chance of getting neck and shoulder problems, anyone working below chest height is going to get knee and back. Then you got the poor brickie who's thumb will give in after 15-20 years unless they are genetically blessed.
When you add 1/2 inch hight to your knees, you need to arch the back further towards the floor.. longer term,this is more painful and debilitating than knee problems .
Mine to I wan told years ago by a old carpenter to always were knee pads which I listened
@@johnnorris1983 interesting point
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I've had a pair of these for several years, great bit of kit, comfortable and they don't slide down your leg.
Been in the plumbing & heating game all my life since leaving school , I'm 61 now and my knees are knackerd , my back is knackerd and my ankles too , every time I have to kneel down for more than a few minutes I need something next to me like a hammer so that I can use it to help me to push myself up again , it's got to the stage now that I'm going to give it up this year and try and find some type of work that does not involve kneeling in any way.... as for the kneepads , I've worn them everyday for about the last 20 years when I started getting problems with my knees but maybe the damage was already done but they helped prolong my career up until now , my advice to any youngsters starting out is get your knees protected the best you can while your still able too and these toughbuilt pads look like they will help immensely.
cheers Roger.... 👍
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My main trade is plumbing. I’ve tried all different types of knee pads and I find the straps just dig into the back of my legs or the pads just fall down etc.
I just use a memory foam pillow, works a treat. I wrapped cellophane around it to keep it water proof as much as possible. It’s really comfortable.
I totally agree with you. I've tried all sorts of knee pads, and as you mentioned, the straps digging into the back of your knees is just to uncomfortable. I've tried trousers with built in pads but i've got very long legs and the pads are in the wrong position and don't line up with my knees. And like you, i just use a piece of foam which i put inside a rubble sack and cover in silver gaffer tape. So so comfortable.
@@tilerman that’s right, wish I did this years ago when I was young but was stupid and got embarrassed about using a cushion on site. People say it’s a pain trying to carry it around but it’s more of a pain when you can’t walk properly.
I'm a DIY'er and I fitted a new shower six weeks ago (the No More Leaks did a fantastic job). My septuagenarian knees have only just recovered and I thought that is the end on my kneeling DIY, but I might take a chance on a set of these. Thanks Roger.
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I have to say the ToughBuilt knee pads are fantastic, I’d definitely recommend them!
I'm a Bosun on superyachts, I'm on and off my knees all the time, its starting to show, several older deckhands have messed up kness and after a recent problem I am now a lot more careful. These kneepads look like they are worth a go. I've used some that did into the back of your leg really badly and it does mean you don't wear them as often as you should.
Have a pair of these and they by far the best knee pads I have ever had.
I upgraded my knee pads a few years back.
My choice was between these and Recoil knee pads.
I'd have been happy with either I'd guess but went for the Recoil as they are made in Britain.
Any young guys should pay heed to this advice, after years of plumbing and tiling at the age of 55 I really struggle to do a simple walk with my dog now
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Glad to see you doing this. I have been through all the different pads and still haven't found one that works, they're all still in the van. Useless. I'll definitely be getting me a set of these though.
Do goggles next! No misting goggles!
Or backs as one other commenter has suggested
Good luck
Definitely will have to get a set for those days where I'm roughing in receptacles all day. 👌
Hi Roger. I think I might try a pair of these as I’ve pretty much always worn knee pads but found them inconvenient / uncomfortable for all the reasons you mention.
I enjoyed watching your video, but would have liked it even more if you could have demo-ed them yourself, shown us how easy they are to put on and you actually wearing them on a job. Thank you. I’m going to look into them. (Couldn’t the company have offered Skillbuilder channel subscribers a bit of discount too?)
I bought a pair and to be honest they are the best I've ever worn they don't cut into the back of the legs I have the hard shell and I recently bought the soft shell to change because I was laying laminate as to not scratch the floor, I'm a joiner in my 50s and I automatically put them on first thing no matter what job I'm doing my knees aren't too bad considering my age, but in the last 10 years I have worn knee pads no matter what and I think that's stood by me
I’ve had these knee pads for two years, absolutely brilliant!! The only gripe is that the elastic straps wear out n get slack.. but even so they are great worth every penny!!
These lot contacted us to send us some of these out to review , that was over a year ago , I guess they ain’t coming and my knees are killin me 🤣🤣🧱👍🏼
Contact us and we will send you some of our samples. Tell us which ones you want.
@@SkillBuilder Will do , cheers 👍🏽🧱
I must have the best part of twenty different pair’s of pad’s,unfortunately none are up to the job when flat roofing,anything that is up to the job of comfort and reliability is priceless to us.
recoil spring loaded kneepads are the best in my opinion. only ones ive found that make kneeling comfortable where would otherwise be unbearable. the straps may be a bit uncomfortable but they should be easy to remove and secure your own wrap/straps on.
Made in Britain to.
This knee pad system could get me back on the tools. I tried all the foam, gell etc but as you mentioned those ones never felt right.
I've used the toughbuilt kneepads with the thigh strap and they are by far the best I've ever used. You can run a marathon and they will stay in place.
Im a Decorator. Must say they look good knee pads. Like most trades men on here iv tried loads different knee pads over the years. Most wernt great. 62 now knees get bit sore. Id like try these.
The older blokes I work with reckon I look like a right wolly in my ppe.
But i reckon they look worse when they get out the vans in the mornings like the walking dead.
It's mad.
I'm 32. They're mid/late 50s and are all absolutely buggered physically coz they've been too "cool" to wear basic ppe. Or too tight to buy it.
Walking dead 😂
Spot on
Look after your self, stuff what the others think. Love the walking dead comment 🤣🤣😂😂
😂🎉🎉🎉
Got a set of these for my wife, she's happy and so am I
A just bought a pair at Harbor Freight a week ago and what a difference it makes. My previous knee pads always cut into the back of my leg and I did not like them.
love mine, second pair but the company are fantastic for the replacement.
had to floor an entire house; laminate, carpet & large format tile. after 3 days of getting up and down laying floors my knees were shot. been a barman 16 years so were already on the way out! day 4 I bought a set of these and finished the house off in comfort
Best ones I've found are light weight gel knee pads by Vitrex. Light so don't have to do the straps tight and stop the circulation. That said minimise the time in use and try to think of another way of doing the job if possible. Trousers with flexibility also helps. Would be interesting to try those toughbuilts.
I have a pair of these and they are great once you get used to them. Only downfall is in the summer wearing shorts or thin trousers the strap rubs the top of your calf and leave mental long blisters like a shoe lace all the way round
I have work construction for many years and wish I use kneepads along time ago knees hurts a lot sometimes now 👋🏽👍🏽
When you add 1/2 inch hight to your knees, you have to arch your back further over to the floor.. this longer term can be more debilitating than the knee problems
First thing I got told but the plumber I started with was get some knee pads, he was a part time plumber and a full time firefighter, he's had 75% of his cruciate ligament shaved off and both his knees creak like old stairs, he's under 60. Safe to say I took the advice!
These look good Roger. Can’t put a price on your knees. Luckily I had a good Mentor growing up who told me to protect my knees at an early age, my dad!
Hi Roger Something I’ve been banging on about for years , of course in my early days there was very little available except as you say the type that were just to uncomfortable. But today there really is no excuse , even the type that fit into pockets in the work gear can go a long way to prevent future problems. Ironically I’m having new PVC windows fitted, and not one of the lads has knee protection . And yes I have given my hard leant advice , but was met with all sorts of excuses including it’s no good if you were shorts bless them. I suppose when we’re young we think we’re indestructible , but sadly over time we find out often to late we are very far from it . Ps you still see a lot of trades not wearing dust masks or in fact any PPE at all . But thanks to trade Ambassadors such as your good self the message will get through , if you can prevent just one person becoming debilitated later on in life . Then you can give your self a big pat on the back . Best wishes and kind regards as always. 😀👍👍👍
Bought the thigh strap models best thing I’ve ever done
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I may be wrong and will be happy to back track, But knee pads are a comfort thing , just feel better on the floor. The damage is done on the bending down and getting up, also weight and family history play a part. Comfort isn't a bad thing tho.
Good to see James and Ian in your clip how's there new jobs going ? Skillbuilder ain't half missing them in my opinion.
Hi Kevin
Yes we shot that clip a while ago. James has moved on from his job, as many predicted, and has left the building industry for a new venture. He is doing really well and has never been less stressed. Ian is still in the trade and thriving. As for missing them, we do for sure but we have new people coming along. We have been slowed down by a few issues that have nothing to do with the channel.
@@SkillBuilder Thanks for the reply will look forward to seeing them.
Toughbuilt do so really good gear, and these look brilliant!
Nice bit of kit...I had bursitis in my knee once after a day fitting wall heaters, first I knew about it was when I woke up the next day, got out of bed then fell back onto it shouting in pain...
I have had that, it ain't funny
I had trouble with straps. So i use pads into pad pockets in the trousers. Probably not as good as these but I am not a pro.
I went to the website.... no pricing info🙄😔
Felt fixer (Flat roofer) for years. In that job kneepads are considered a consumable.
Best I found were the Nailers Kneepads (toolstation), but they had to be modified with some 1 inch thick elastic from amazon.
Now I wear those 35 quid snickers ones for floor layers and even that's only because it looks better for going into peoples houses (doing different stuff now)
Nice Toughbuilt have put some product design and marketing behind this, though there are other directions to go with these as well. Might give them a shot at some point 😁
Thanks roger,got a pair off amazon just now,i have put up with my dewalt gel pads cutting off my circulation for years,these look the business.probably 30 years too late!
Yeah alright, I'll try em 😁 Knees are bu**ered from motorbike and kneeling, current ones are OK, but do get uncomfy. 👍
We all KNEEd to take note of this video! 👍🏽🦵🏽🦿
Every one a winner
I’m a floor layer and use Fento knee pads. Really good quality and protects your knees from wear and tear. 👍
kewl, ta
I use fento pad’s asphalting but after a couple of months there buggered .
I've had the robocop type for about 3 or 4 years. Great bit of kit. I use then if I'm up and down hop ups all day. My knees give up about 3pm without them.
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I've used knee pads from day one as the joiner I did my apprenticeship with said to as he already had surgery on one knee before he was in his 40s and had the other done at a later age. I've ways used knee inserts with work wear trousers as youve always got them. At the moment Im using the snickers floor layers inserts which are very comfy. I'll definitely give these a go though as the straps pinching behind the knee was my biggest problem with alot of knee pads.
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I was working on a floor no pad shoved some thick high density packaging foam in my work trousers knee pad pockets. Omg never taken it out. Soft free no straps
Well you’ve sold them to me! It’s nearly shorts time so the snickers knee pads won’t be an option, I’m going to order some of these.
Hi Kris
That is the only time I need the strap ons but it is almost half the year
will these thigh support knee pads restrict the bending of the knee past a certain point? I snapped my quad tendons when i stepped down from a badly built scaffold these may have saved me the agony if so
Looks like they are free, how do I get them delivered! My knees suffer from time to time but knee pads dont help they just move the pain elsewhere and the worst bit is trying to stand up straight in them you end up hurting your back because the way you 'mooch' about (just my opinion)
Great content, as always! Looks a cracking product that, very initiative and versatile.. would like to have seen some feedback as to how they weigh up in shorts when it’s mid summer? We all know how awful that can be, the stale mate between protecting your knees, or stopping that awful sweaty chaffing on the bare skin! My advice to the lads in the video not wearing them… get a decent brand of trousers and some insert pads… Levi’s on site.. it’s not a fashion show 💅🏻
I'm a Painter & Dec with 45 years in the building trade. I also laid ceramic tiles laminate flooring. 5 years ago I was registered disabled with arthritis in my knees, back and hands. In the 80s I used to wear miners knee pads. Even wearing them didn't stop me getting arthritis of the knees.
I am now awaiting the first of two knee replacements. To any young tradesmen. Please, please wear knee pads. Just because I have arthritis of the knees doesn't mean that you will.
I’ve got the gelfit Money well spent good on tiling plumbing carpentry
What happened with Ian? We haven’t heard from him since James moved on to site manager role.
Ian is working for another firm and James is no longer doing that job.
Might get a set of these for the Mrs.
They make very good products 👌 thanks for the video , very informative 👍
28; knees are bent out of shape from osteoporosis; permanelty disabled; bones are all just shit; building muscle the last year going from kneeling to standing.
Just bought these, needing the optimism -- I trust my research more, but, regardless, I need the encouragement (this is the second pair I've bought and I'm feeling discouraged/in pain right now).
Thanks for building it up : )
Here's hoping, lol
I've got DeWalt knee pads best I've ever used and I got osteoporosis in both my knees
you always bring the best info thumbs up SB
Big thanks
Vitrex G-Shock I’ve found best. Suffered with knee problems for almost 20 years.
I'd like a big spring on the joint to help me straighten them back out lol I have to wear ear defenders because of the cracks from my knees 🤣🤣
I highly recommend hemp seed oil for joints and general health
Worked at Waitrose for about 7 years during my college years. One the evening shift. The ladies were always offered the knee pad boards, they never bothered to offer it to the guys you had to ask. Good that times have changed. Anyway. All the ladies would tell me I should use one, being young and an idiot I always said no I'll be fine. I now regret it. Knees kill when getting up but now wear DeWalt trousers when doing basic DIY round the house and just use the foam pads inside the knee slip. Feels so much better on the knees & fairly cheap.
25 years by registering your purchase. In other words "Your data is worth that amount to us as we can then sell it to others to cover the costs" I bet in their small print for that 25 years is being allowed to sell your data, but I could be wrong.
With gdpr, I don't think they can share your specific data anymore. It's quite strict
This is epic. Shame you cannot go back in time with this. Number of lost knees!
Mite get them .im used to wearing snickers knee pads. There great the first 3 months or so but then soon flatten. But only for them I'm pretty sure I wouldn't be able to walk properly today if only i had them we i first started out .
Sponsored or unsponsored most of us need to get alot better about wearing knee pads between years in the trades and extremely aggressive skiing in my youth my knees definitely feel arthritic some days and I’m only 27.
I own the thigh support knee pads. Great if your set on your knees for a while, tiling a floor for example. But if moving about, they are too cumbersome.
Thanks for sharing it is good to get feedback. I think we said that if you want to rock you need the rocker
@@SkillBuilder I mean in terms of if you're getting up and down, like in a rewire for example. If you're stationary in one area, they are nice pads. Perfect for flooring guys. Not so much for sparks.
My knees are shot 😩
Been looking for a good pair of knee pads,
Do they do 1 of these for roofing ?
So the pads don’t slide up and down the roofing laff ?
Maby a rubber outer shell for grip ? Thanks 😊
Hi Kirk. Have a look at our TB-KP-G3R Grip Knee Pads.
As an owner of a pair of knees I approve the use of knee pads
Do I spot velcro. If I do they will not last. Why do manufacturers always go for velcro straps? They just don't last. So it doesn't matter how good the pads are if they end up just falling off your legs.
I'm guessing it's because straps dig in, so need to be slim and soft.
Any idea of price? as nothing on the link in the description
60$
Doesn't mention on their website where you can buy them which seems mental
Just need a set for my hips now . . .
🤔 love a pair o these, I would be walking around like Robo Cop👍
I've got some of these and find they still rub at the back of your legs.
Brilliant on the knee but like all straps they still rub
For any young tradesmen starting out, invest in good quality knee pads. A tradesman myself, I've been suffering with them since I was 18. Now 38 & some days I do be in pure agony. Learn from the likes of me.
Say it louder. Kids always think it won't happen to them.
@@m4inline wear effing knee pads!!! I had to stop doing my trade because my knees got so bad plus along with my back. For the love of god, whoever reads this, wear good quality PPE. especially comfortable boots. Employers give you cheap crappy boots. Bin them.
@@hyland1984 That's more like it, but, well still not ...quite... sure I can hear you. How about a tad more emphasis?
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I think a lot of it depends on your constitution as well. I have legs and knees built for athletics. Slim, narrow ankles and wrists. I’m 34 and can feel my knees creaking but thankfully still okay.
The guys I see on site with the worst knees are the top heavy guys with a beer belly. Personally I think the best thing you can do for your knees, even better than knee pads, is to not get top heavy.
Max, irrespective of your body shape it I would say the overriding factor is how much punishment you put your knees through up until the point they are 'shot'. I had your physique and was athletic in my youth but my knees are still shot. For me it was a combination of manual labour and running up mountains and endurance running.
Tiling my kitchen without knee pads was more painful than a bone fracture! I now own some knee pads.
Brought a pair of these must of been a Friday pair as theyve shown alot of faults in 4 to 5 weeks of use , contacted toughbuilt, had no reply yet despite their 2 /25 year guarantee promise good pads but let down by materials
Hi Austin. Please get in touch with us at info-uk@toughbuilt.com and send photos, and we'll investigate this for you.
@@ToughBuiltEuropeOfficial I have tried but will try again 🤞
As a spread my knees are ok, however my wrists, lower back and now tennis elbow issues are regularly defeating me at just 40.. anyone who doesn’t look after their own body is a mug, the damage and intermittent pain isn’t worth the money I was paid. I wear my ppe, but there’s nothing to save joints apart from the introduction of speed skims..
i think mine are already goosed (almost 60) Comms engineer.
Good vid rog as usual but reckon getting the point home to youngsters coming in to the building industry about the importance-of wearing knee protection is just as relevant as the type worn I never wore them when I was younger and man am I suffering now knees almost permanently strapped up now and I’ve got a plumber friend who did the same for years who’s now had to have both knees replaced when ur young u just think ur invincible and u won’t have these problems later on but alas we do prevention is better than cure if u ask me
The next video on knees is a series of interviews
@@SkillBuilder that’s good it’ll highlight the potential problems u’ll have later on in life if u take ur knees for granted when younger
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I was once told by my doctor that a lot of knee pads do not work .He said you are still putting pressure on the knees no matter what pads you do or do not use
Exactly, I used the screwfix foam mat 5.99 , worked for me...till I could take it no more, .. customers .. I mean 💡😂.
I should have watched this 3 weeks ago before I tore up my left knee meniscus by kneeling on ground.
I started off mocking these but actually, I have bad legs and feet so probably suit someone like me most of all
Osia would agree knee protection in hard labor is a serious issue
No discount code😭😭
Can't beat a website that doesn't give a price or a retailer 🙄
Don't think get a knee replacement is an answer. My Missus has had both done. She can now walk ok but can't kneel without
extreme pain. I.E. she can never kneel again. So that won't help you.
Unfortunately a lot of people will only find/bother using these once it’s too late
Good!
Hmmm. On the positive side, they are available in the US (on Amazon) for a reasonable price. Also on the positive side, they seem to offer protection from sharp objects and protection against some impact (while crawling), which is hard on knees. On the questionable side, they don’t do anything for the compressive impact of walking, jumping or running or the strain from repeatedly kneeling and rising or leaning over. How about “lift with your knees and not your back”?
a decade late for me... but, hey .. maybe I can do something wearing them... thx Roger
£50ish off Amazon, not sure why he's doing a promo with no price or even a decentl link
We aren't selling them, that is not our game.
@@SkillBuilder you are selling them mate, I just watched you for 5:25 selling them.
Whomever from toughbuilt that sorted out the promo deal with you and didn't provide a clear link to purchase needs sacking.
To be fair I was expecting these to be expensive , £50 for saving your knees and the pain is pretty good
Sadly another irritating website tells you all about them but not how much or even where to buy, another truly crap website in the 21st century
Bad day?
£ 46 FFX Tools
@@u2kjib4cjkqn thanks Zeus, my point was more about marketing and being prepared for info sharing if it's going to be promoted, but thank you