{"title":"Skate Shinguards - Shin Protection","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eShin guards protect one of the most exposed areas for scooter riders, skateboarders and BMX riders. When a deck spins back on a tailwhip, a board flips into your leg, or a pedal slips mid-trick, the shin usually takes the hit. Our range combines hard-shell and soft-padded designs with secure straps and lightweight, breathable materials, so you get serious impact protection without losing freedom of movement. Whether you’re learning your first tricks at the skatepark or pushing technical lines on the street, a good pair of shin guards lets you ride with more confidence. To build a complete kit, visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/pages\/protection-buying-guide\"\u003eSkate Protection Buying Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eShin guards are a key piece of protection for stunt scooter riders. Tailwhips, bri flips and other deck rotations all carry a real risk of the deck catching your lower leg. Skateboarders learning kickflips and shove-its face the same problem, and BMX riders use shin guards to prevent painful pedal bites. Models range from slim, low-profile sleeves that fit under jeans to full hard-cap guards that cover from ankle to knee. Riders who want dependable lower-leg protection will find options here for every age and level.\u003cbr\u003ePair your shin guards with a set of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/skate-knee-pads-knee-guards-knee-gaskets\"\u003eKnee Pads \/ Gaskets\u003c\/a\u003e for full lower-leg coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rekd-energy-covert-short-shin-skate-protection-guards-black","title":"REKD Energy Covert Short Shin Skate Protection Guards - Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe REKD Energy Covert Short \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/skate-shinguards-shin-protection\"\u003eShin Guards\u003c\/a\u003e are a slim, low-profile shin protector built for riders who want serious impact protection without the bulk of a traditional strapped pad. The short 24cm cut keeps the guard clear of the skate tongue and cuff, so there is no interference with your boot while you ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe business end is REKD Energy foam, which hardens on impact and disperses up to 75% more energy than standard high-density foam, backed by a heat-stamped EVA front shield that holds its shape through repeated hits. Four-way stretch fabric and a neoprene inner lining with a silicone-style rubber gripper keep the guard locked onto the calf during tricks and transitions, so there is no slip to think about mid-run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the circumference around the middle of your calf and match to the chart:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall \/ Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27 - 31cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge \/ Extra Large:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 - 36cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/rekd-helmets-pads-protection\"\u003eShop more from REKD!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"REKD","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ Medium","offer_id":58889794257277,"sku":"RKD830BLACKSHSMALL","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Extra Large","offer_id":58889794290045,"sku":"RKD830BLACKSHLARGE","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0800\/1452\/files\/RKD830REKDEnergyCovertShinGuardsShortMain.jpg?v=1791905047"},{"product_id":"rekd-energy-covert-long-shin-skate-protection-guards-black","title":"REKD Energy Covert Long Shin Skate Protection Guards - Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe REKD Energy Covert Long \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/skate-shinguards-shin-protection\"\u003eShin Guards\u003c\/a\u003e extend REKD's slim sleeve-style shin protection all the way up the calf, with a longer 32.5cm front shield covering the shin bone from ankle to just below the knee. They are a great choice for riders who want maximum coverage from a single pad, without stepping up to a full shin-and-knee combo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtection comes from REKD Energy foam, a specialist material that stiffens on impact and absorbs up to 75% more energy than standard high-density foam. A heat-stamped EVA front shield keeps the shape consistent through heavy knocks, and a four-way stretch body with a neoprene inner and rubber gripper top keeps the pad securely in place through tricks, grinds and transitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the circumference around the middle of your calf and match to the chart:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall \/ Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27 - 31cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge \/ Extra Large:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 - 36cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/rekd-helmets-pads-protection\"\u003eShop more from REKD!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"REKD","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ Medium","offer_id":58889797763453,"sku":"RKD830BLACKLNGSMALL","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Extra Large","offer_id":58889797796221,"sku":"RKD830BLACKLNGLARGE","price":34.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0800\/1452\/files\/RKD830REKDEnergyCovertShinGuardsLongMain.jpg?v=1791905170"},{"product_id":"rekd-energy-covert-short-shin-and-ankle-skate-protection-guards-black","title":"REKD Energy Covert Short Shin and Ankle Skate Protection Guards - Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe REKD Energy Covert Short \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/skate-shinguards-shin-protection\"\u003eShin\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/skate-ankle-guards-pads-gaskets-protection\"\u003eAnkle Guards\u003c\/a\u003e extend REKD's below-the-knee protection down to the ankle, folding a wraparound ankle bone pad and a Jaccard foot loop into the standard Covert sleeve design. It is a popular pick with BMX and scooter riders dealing with pedal and crank strikes, and with skaters who want extra security over the ankle during grinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shin section uses a short 24cm EVA front shield backed by REKD Energy foam, which hardens on impact to disperse up to 75% more energy than standard high-density foam. The ankle pocket adds a dedicated layer of foam over the ankle bone itself. Four-way stretch fabric and a neoprene inner lining with a rubber gripper hold the whole guard steady during fast transitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the circumference around the middle of your calf and match to the chart:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall \/ Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27 - 31cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge \/ Extra Large:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 - 36cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/rekd-helmets-pads-protection\"\u003eShop more from REKD!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"REKD","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ Medium","offer_id":58889802350973,"sku":"RKD840BLACKSHSMALL","price":44.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Extra Large","offer_id":58889802383741,"sku":"RKD840BLACKSHLARGE","price":44.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0800\/1452\/files\/RKD840REKDEnergyCovertShinandAnkleGuardsShortMain.jpg?v=1791905219"},{"product_id":"rekd-energy-covert-long-shin-and-ankle-skate-protection-guards-black","title":"REKD Energy Covert Long Shin and Ankle Skate Protection Guards - Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe REKD Energy Covert Long \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/skate-shinguards-shin-protection\"\u003eShin\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/skate-ankle-guards-pads-gaskets-protection\"\u003eAnkle Guards\u003c\/a\u003e offer the fullest coverage in the Covert line, pairing a long 32.5cm shin shield with a wraparound ankle pad and Jaccard foot loop. BMX and scooter riders dealing with pedal strikes and bashing ankles on cranks get an all-in-one protector, and skate riders working on grinds get continuous coverage from ankle to just below the knee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eREKD Energy foam is at the heart of the pad, hardening on impact to disperse up to 75% more energy than standard high-density foam. A heat-stamped EVA front shield holds its shape under repeated hits, and the ankle pocket adds a dedicated layer of foam over the ankle bone itself. Four-way stretch body material and a neoprene inner lining with a top rubber gripper keep the whole pad securely in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the circumference around the middle of your calf and match to the chart:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall \/ Medium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27 - 31cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge \/ Extra Large:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 - 36cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/rekd-helmets-pads-protection\"\u003eShop more from REKD!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"REKD","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ Medium","offer_id":58889804513661,"sku":"RKD840BLACKLNGSMALL","price":44.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Extra Large","offer_id":58889804546429,"sku":"RKD840BLACKLNGLARGE","price":44.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0800\/1452\/files\/RKD840REKDEnergyCovertShinandAnkleGuardsLongMain.jpg?v=1791905263"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.skates.co.uk\/collections\/skate-shinguards-shin-protection.oembed","provider":"Skates.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}