We designated the NoCry Professional Knee Pads for Work as our top choice because they offer comfort, durability, and motion range at a reasonable price point. These are built to last in the most trying conditions while providing top-notch support. They will serve you well for everything from gardening to flooring, so you can keep them around for a versatile range of work. As the name suggests, low-profile dump pouches take up a small amount of real estate but can still be a big help. Dump pouches like the Blue Force Gear and Kinetic Consulting pouches mentioned above fall into this category. They’re great for guys who might only need dump pouches once in a while or are budgeting their belt real estate. Although they can often hold quite a bit, if capacity is the name of the game in your search, you may want to look at medium-sized pouches. Medium-sized When it comes to considerations, the knee pads are a little bulky, measuring 1.5 pounds. Some users also mention that these tend to slip around the knees.

You'll want to note a few things before you go ahead and buy these knee pads. Because they’re made with an elastic material, the bands may be prone to stretching over time. We also read reports of the pads sliding down for some users.

Rug Fitting Chart

Gear gets dirty. Well, it should. Generally speaking, that is a byproduct of what it is designed for. Unless you are some kind of tactical paleontologist, you probably don’t want a pouch full of dirt and sand. This is why drainage is important.

The last thing you want in any piece of kit is something that is going to flop around all flaccid-like. Having gear neat and retained is important. It’s the reason we tape up our loose straps in the military and tie everything down. Both of these concepts are important when it comes to dump pouches, and they both fall under retention. Let me explain. These knee pads come with double flexible straps and easy-to-release slip clips for a secure fit. These are also easy to clean; you can wash off dirt and grime with soap and water. Because they're made from fabric and foam, these knee pads aren't built for heavy-duty work. Moreover, there have been reports that they run somewhat small.There are tons of dump pouches out there; all with their little idiosyncrasies. It would be impossible to accurately divide and categorize them all, but in my market research, I have found that they largely can be divided into three types to best serve the consumer: low-profile, medium-sized, and wide load. Low-profile You do want to keep in mind that their pull-on design might not accommodate all knee shapes, so how snugly they fit can depend on how big your knees are. There are only two sizes available: small/medium and large. While there are many different belt attachment styles, some keep the pouches better retained than others. Leg straps are also fairly common, however, they may not end up being the neatest option. Drainage While these knee pads are more expensive than mid-range knee pads, you're paying more to save yourself from the hassle of constant replacements. Do note that they're pretty bulky, weighing nearly 3 pounds.

Tactical Tailor is tried and true. Just like its name suggests, it can do just about anything the military needs when it comes to turning textiles into hard-use military gear. Its dump pouch offering is no exception. While it might not have every feature, the ones it does have are stellar. Durability and easy drainage (via two drain ports at the bottom) are great to have when you’re roughing it. The shining star, however, is the elastic pull tab. You really don’t even have to open the pouch — you can just pull it open, do your thing, and let go. It’ll shut itself. It does face a similar shortcoming in the fact that it does not have a leg retention system, but the rigid plastic at the top as well as the spaced out retention straps help stabilize the bag. Be forewarned, however, that the bag goes fairly low. I’m 5-foot-10, and the bottom of the pouch reaches almost to the top of my knee. I searched far and wide all over forums, Reddit, and social media to look for the most talked about and well-received dump pouches. I was surprised to learn that there are so many options on the market. After brainstorming with several service members and recreational shooters, I compiled a list of reputable dump pouches and divided them up by potential use. Task & Purpose procured them all for me to test and evaluate. Knee pads should fit snugly around your knees, as you want to keep them from sliding around. That said, you also don’t want your knee pads to feel so tight that they restrict your movement or blood flow. This is why you may see many knee pads that come with elastic straps that provide some give with a secure fit. Depending on what your project requires, you’ll generally want them to feel comfortable for both walking and kneeling. You may want to look for lateral rivet hinges for ease of movement.There are tons of mission sets out there that require gear. Likewise, there are tons of dump pouches out there that can foot the bill for these different types of missions. The key to a good dump pouch is finding one that: a) fits your mission parameters, and b) takes up the exact amount of real estate you are willing to allocate on your battle belt. A: Almost everyone will tell you that dump pouches belong on your belt. For some reason beyond my understanding, people have also put them on their plate carriers. That is a process. Q: What do soldiers do with empty mags? You'll want to note the strap fit over time, as elastic tends to stretch. Another thing to be mindful of is stitching—while these knee pads feature reinforced stitching, we read some reports of weak stitching prone to unraveling.

A badly fitting rug will slip and could cause discomfort or even injury for the horse, and could result in damage to the rug itself. Note that these are bulky, weighing 2.6 pounds. While they offer excellent protection, they will add extra weight to your equipment kit. Some reports also indicate that the straps may not work for those with big legs, so personal modification may be necessary. The ideal fit for knee pads is snug—neither too tight nor too loose. You don’t want your knee pads to cut off circulation, but you don’t want them to slip and slide as you work. Depending on what your project requires, you’ll generally want them to feel comfortable for both walking and kneeling. Knee pads can have one or two sets of straps. Double-strap knee pads are ideal for more heavy-duty work and provide a secure fit, but single-strap pairs can work for small projects. To keep your knee pads comfortably in place, wear them over your pants instead of directly on your skin. Cross surcingles should be fastened so you can fit a hand’s breadth between the surcingles and the horse’s body. This means that the straps are tight enough to prevent legs becoming caught should the horse lie down, but not so tight to cause discomfort.Note that the shell may get a little warm, as it’s made from plastic. The metal rivet hinges, which improve your range of motion, may also pinch at the knees. There is a reason you put items in a dump pouch. Whether you stow a water source, extra magazines, or sensitive items, the idea is to keep whatever it is inside. That is why closure is so important when it comes to dump pouches. If you don’t have some sort of closure system, you can probably just kiss whatever you put away goodbye.