Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors

The Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors work to redistribute pressure and prevent rubbing, and are ideal for protecting the tibia from chafing from the tongue of a ski boot. They are made from Silitene, a patented silicone gel that is known for its efficacy in both treating and preventing blisters.  

What's Included?

• 2 x Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors

What Are the Key Features of the Shin Protectors?

• Prevents pains from rubbing or chafing during sports
• Can be reused up to 30 times
• Anatomical shape fits round the tibia
• Adhesive layer ensures ease of application
• Fully machine washable

Sizing Information for Sidas Gel Silicone Shin Protectors

Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors are 150mm in length and 105mm in width. As they are constructed with a gel centre, the centre and edges vary in width. This ranges from a minimum th of 2mm at the edges up to 4mm at the middle of the protector.

Who Are Sidas?

Sidas are a well respected sporting goods firm, started by three ski instructors in 1975 and specialising in footcare. Their business has grown in the last 40 years and now 1.5 million people use Sidas products daily. They are dedicated to innovation in sporting goods. 

How Do Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors Work?

Using a constantly moving gel pad centre for protection, Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors are designed to sit underneath the sock to protect the shin against pressure from certain types of footwear.

What Do Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors Guard Against?

• Constant Contact
• Impact
• Muscle Strain
• Rubbing
• Stress
• Torsion
• Twisting

Which Applications and Shoe Types Do They Guard Against?

Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors can be used with a range of footwear types, in both high and low styles. Whether you require direct shin impact protection or you're looking to relieve the pressure generated by larger footwear types, Sidas Silicone Protectors have something for you:

• Football
• Leather Boots
• Rugby
• Running
• Skiing Boots
• Snowboarding
• Underneath Shin Pads

How Do I Wear the Silicone Shin Protectors?

These shin protectors are designed with an adhesive layer for ease-of-application. Simply peel away the plastic protecting this layer, and apply the protector to the shin area. Once you have finished with the protector, you can re-apply the plastic sheet to the item to help preserve its adhesive properties.

What Is Silitene?

Silitene is a kind of patented silicone gel, which is extremely effective in reducing friction and redistributing pressure during exercise. The Silitene Shin Protectors can be used for protection during skiing and hiking as well as a variety of other sports.