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product_id: 24683637
title: "Gecko Shin Pads"
brand: "salamander caving gear"
price: "€ 6.87"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 4
url: https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/24683637-gecko-shin-pads
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region: Cyprus
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# 1680d ballistic nylon front panel 3mm comfort stretch neoprene ½ inch internal compression padding Gecko Shin Pads

**Brand:** salamander caving gear
**Price:** € 6.87
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🦎 Gear up like a pro—comfort and protection that won’t quit!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Gecko Shin Pads by salamander caving gear
- **How much does it cost?** € 6.87 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.cy](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/24683637-gecko-shin-pads)

## Best For

- salamander caving gear enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted salamander caving gear brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile Sizing:** Designed to fit teens to adults up to 5'11", perfect for caving, hiking, gardening, or work.
- • **Rugged Durability:** 1680 denier ballistic nylon front panel resists tears and abrasions in the toughest terrains.
- • **Impact-Ready Padding:** Half-inch thick internal neoprene delivers firm, reliable protection on every crawl or hike.
- • **Secure Fit, No Slips:** Quick-release hook and loop straps lock in place, eliminating annoying sliding or chafing.
- • **Unmatched Comfort Stretch:** 3mm neoprene hugs your knee without slipping or pinching for all-day wear.

## Overview

Salamander Gecko Shin Pads combine 3mm stretch neoprene with ½ inch thick internal padding and a ballistic nylon front panel to provide durable, comfortable knee and shin protection. Featuring quick-release hook and loop straps, these pads stay securely in place without pinching or chafing, fitting users up to 5'11". Ideal for caving, hiking, or any activity demanding rugged knee protection, they’re machine washable and built to last through punishing conditions.

## Description

An idea born in a lava tube, Salamander Caving Gear provides comfortable, protective, durable gear able to withstand the most punishing conditions: we design it for people who crawl on their hands and knees across limestone (or basalt, or granite, or gravel...) for hours at a time. But you don't have to be a cave explorer to need knee protection; you may be gardening, boarding, hiking, or just plain working while on your knees. We manufacture gear that will not shred, pinch, slip, chafe, or tear. They’re machine washable, too!

Review: Gecko Pads Rock! - AWESOME PAD! A good knee-pad is hard to come by. Any piece of gear that you bind tightly to yourself for an extended period of time will grow uncomfortable and will work its way loose after enough movement. These are things that can only be minimized it seems, and never fully solved. However, the Salamander Gecko pads seemed to me to be as close as it gets. In preparation for an expedition to Pozo de Montemayor, one of the deepest caves in northern Mexico at 1,600 feet (and counting!), I picked up a pair of these guys. After having gone through my fair share of pads, it was great to have a pair that did work! I went with the full sized shin pads to help minimize the beating my legs would take on crawls and was not let down. The pads are ridiculously comfortable! Made of ½ inch thick neoprene padding with 1680 denier ballistic nylon on the exterior, these pads provide amazing protection for your knees and shins. With comfortable 3mm neoprene straps coated with hefty Velcro to provide quick on and off, these pads also feel great, even after some of the 13-14 hours pushes we were making. I wore the pads over my Salamander Chameleon caving suit and they were simply awesome: they stayed in place, never chaffed, and provided more than enough protection for my legs. However, after almost two days, the Velcro did become a bit clogged and the top fasteners would not hold. Cleaning the fasteners was simple given the water in the cave, and after a quick brush they were back to new in no time! I began to move them under my suit after this which totally removed the problem, and even on bare skin, the Gecko Shin Pads were very comfy! After the trip, I simply threw them in the wash when I was done and they look so new, I bet no one will believe I used them. Pad Grades Comfort: A Fit: A Protection/Padding: A Fastening System: B (because the Velcro could be an issue in very muddy situations)
Review: For borehole caving only. - Pros: Stay in place better than most. Comfortable. Cons: Very light duty. Stitching wears through almost immediately. Side panel material tears easily.

## Features

- Comfort stretch 3mm neoprene supports the knee. Won't slide down!
- Internal compression 1/2" thick neoprene padding. Provides firm protection!
- Quick release hook and loop closure straps secure a comfort fit. Won't pinch or chafe!
- Rugged 1680d Ballistic nylon front panel. Protects your knees!
- Fits teens to adults 5'11" and shorter

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01BQRTJU2 |
| Brand | Salamander Caving Gear |
| Closure Type | Hook and Loop |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (4) |
| Item Weight | 13.6 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Salamander Caving Gear |
| Material | Nylon, Synthetic Rubber |
| Package Dimensions | 16 x 7 x 0.2 inches |
| Size | Sh" |
| Sport | Hiking |
| Style | Compact |
| UPC | 714119654664 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Salamander Caving Gear
- **Material:** Nylon, Synthetic Rubber
- **Size:** Sh"
- **Sport:** Hiking
- **Style:** Compact

## Images

![Gecko Shin Pads - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41G6ZVQnbOL.jpg)
![Gecko Shin Pads - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91cx5BwLs1L.jpg)
![Gecko Shin Pads - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91YAeWeAfyL.jpg)
![Gecko Shin Pads - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91RI16M7RTL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How long are the shin pads vs the knee pads? Is the pair shown the shin pads?**
A: The shin pads are 17" long; the leg pads are 20" long. (Both are about 7" wide when flattened.) The pair shown are the leg pads. Really, the "Shin" pads are full leg pads for people with shorter legs.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gecko Pads Rock!
*by H***H on February 24, 2016*

AWESOME PAD! A good knee-pad is hard to come by. Any piece of gear that you bind tightly to yourself for an extended period of time will grow uncomfortable and will work its way loose after enough movement. These are things that can only be minimized it seems, and never fully solved. However, the Salamander Gecko pads seemed to me to be as close as it gets. In preparation for an expedition to Pozo de Montemayor, one of the deepest caves in northern Mexico at 1,600 feet (and counting!), I picked up a pair of these guys. After having gone through my fair share of pads, it was great to have a pair that did work! I went with the full sized shin pads to help minimize the beating my legs would take on crawls and was not let down. The pads are ridiculously comfortable! Made of ½ inch thick neoprene padding with 1680 denier ballistic nylon on the exterior, these pads provide amazing protection for your knees and shins. With comfortable 3mm neoprene straps coated with hefty Velcro to provide quick on and off, these pads also feel great, even after some of the 13-14 hours pushes we were making. I wore the pads over my Salamander Chameleon caving suit and they were simply awesome: they stayed in place, never chaffed, and provided more than enough protection for my legs. However, after almost two days, the Velcro did become a bit clogged and the top fasteners would not hold. Cleaning the fasteners was simple given the water in the cave, and after a quick brush they were back to new in no time! I began to move them under my suit after this which totally removed the problem, and even on bare skin, the Gecko Shin Pads were very comfy! After the trip, I simply threw them in the wash when I was done and they look so new, I bet no one will believe I used them. Pad Grades Comfort: A Fit: A Protection/Padding: A Fastening System: B (because the Velcro could be an issue in very muddy situations)

### ⭐⭐ For borehole caving only.
*by T***C on March 3, 2016*

Pros: Stay in place better than most. Comfortable. Cons: Very light duty. Stitching wears through almost immediately. Side panel material tears easily.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I really love these shin pads
*by A***R on February 28, 2016*

I really love these shin pads. They are just so comfortable to use! Once I put them on (either over my suit or directly on my skin) it's as though they've been molded to my leg. The red neoprene gives them stretch and they hug my leg really well without sticking out and catching on things as I crawl. Being well-fitting, they don't slip down, nor twist around and move out of place during use. The front of the pads is made from a durable nylon and is padded sufficiently to protect me from the rocky ground but without feeling too bulky. I had in mind to buy the leg pads, but it turns out the shin pads are long enough to act as a leg pad for me. I'm 5'6" female. Highly recommended!

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*Last updated: 2026-03-13*