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January 23, 2010 at 21:45
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Hi, Well I would say the shin guards are needed depending on where you choose to ride and how agressive you ride. If your doing free ride or if you crash a lot the extra protection is nice. Most XC racers dont wear anything.
I shave my legs and its because of the culture and the shaved legs make you hurt less when you crash. I also like the feel 😀 not really any speed advantage though 😢