Leki Forearm Protector
LEKI Forearm Protector is designed for repeated gate contact in alpine race training. Positioning is decisive: it must cover the forearm while allowing free movement with your race suit and gloves.
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SF Sports · Selection & advice
LEKI Forearm Protector
LEKI Forearm Protector complements your equipment for gate training. When choosing, focus on where the shell sits on your body and whether it stays in position through typical movements. The guard should not become an awkward obstruction when handling your poles. Try it with the clothing and equipment you actually wear on the course.
Technical specifications at a glance
Coverage before size alone
The shell must cover the intended area without pressing into joints or adjacent equipment. Bend and straighten your elbow and hold your pole. Clearance from the glove and upper arm should remain correct in your race stance too.
Test stability with the right clothing
Trying it over everyday clothes tells you only so much. Wear your race suit or a comparable layer and adjust the fastening so the shell does not move. Excessive tightening is not a good solution for an unsuitable shape.
Understand the limits of use realistically
A guard for gate contact does not provide complete protection in falls or collisions. Inspect the shell and attachment regularly. Deep cracks, severe deformation or torn-out fastenings need assessment before the next use.
Who is LEKI Forearm Protector right for?
Our recommendation: check forearm coverage and fastening with gloves and poles. Do not assume the new adjustable Forearm Protector and older forearm guards have the same sizing or mounting.
Use & selection
Before the run: Check position and fastening and try your typical racing movements.
After training: Remove snow and dirt and let the item dry. Follow the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions.
After growth or new equipment: Recheck fit; new gloves or boots can change the interfaces.
Complete your setup
Why buy this product from SF Sports?
At SF Sports in Gilching, we discuss your intended use and existing equipment before recommending a model. Bring the items you want to use together to your fitting. This lets us compare differences in fit and handling directly and establish which addition is genuinely useful for you.
Questions before you buy
Is this a back protector?
No. This product covers the forearm for the intended gate contact.
How do I check the fit?
Try it with race clothing and adjacent equipment and perform all typical movements.
What length or adjustment does this version have?
According to the manufacturer, the Forearm Protector can be adjusted to S, M or L.
May the shell press against the knee or elbow?
No. Joints should remain freely mobile even in a bent race stance.
Can I test it over any clothing?
For a reliable fitting, wear the race clothing you actually use.
Should I check it after a hard impact?
Yes. Inspect shell and fastening for cracks, deformation and loose areas.
Is more coverage always better?
Only if it fits correctly. An oversized shell can restrict movement or hit adjacent equipment.