{"product_id":"shred-shin-guards-small","title":"Shred Shin Guards - Small","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Shin Guard\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSki racing shin guards exist for one reason: take the hit from the gate so your leg doesn't. The \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shred-slytech\"\u003eShred Slytech Shin Guards\u003c\/a\u003e do that job with a hard shell built from Slytech Shield technopolymers, a material blend engineered to stay stiff and protective whether it's cold and brittle out or warming up through the day. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGate Glide is the other piece. The shell surface uses NOFRICTION technology additives that cut friction between the guard and the gate on contact, so the gate clears faster instead of grabbing and slowing you through the panel. It's a real-world speed difference in slalom. EVA foam backs the shell for cushioning against the leg, and the anatomical shape means it sits where it should without walking around. Velcro straps — 30mm wide — cinch it down securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat We Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are purpose-built race guards, not a crossover product. The Slytech Shield shell is legitimately stiff at race-day temperatures, the Gate Glide surface does reduce gate friction, and the fit is clean under a race suit. The Small is 31 cm long, the Medium is 38 cm. If your racer is in the gray zone between sizes, go with the longer one for more coverage. The Gray Rust colorway is clean and reads well under course lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Willi's\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe've been fitting racers and their families for over 50 years, and our staff knows the difference between gear that holds up at training camp and gear that doesn't. Stop into any of our three locations and we'll make sure you're in the right size and set up for the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSize and Fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuard Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31 cm (12.2 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYounger or smaller junior racers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlytech Shield:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sturdy material blend engineered with the most advanced technopolymers to make it extremely stiff and durable at all temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGate Glide:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slytech Shield features NOFRICTION technology additives that minimise friction between the shell and the gate to maximise speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slytech Shield shell with EVA foam padding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnatomical shape\u003c\/strong\u003e for a comfortable, secure fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVelcro straps\u003c\/strong\u003e — 30 mm (1.2 in) wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray Rust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shred","offers":[{"title":"Gray Rust \/ Small","offer_id":48852161102029,"sku":"21492000848","price":139.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/6001\/1469\/files\/Shred_Shin_Guards_-_Small-0-H.webp?v=1794166816","url":"https:\/\/www.willisskiandboard.com\/products\/shred-shin-guards-small","provider":"Willi's Ski \u0026 Board","version":"1.0","type":"link"}