crash pads

[wfclyon]

During my most recent ride, I took a tumble and landed bull force on my hip joint against concrete payment. I am 64 and momentarily considered that my hip likely was broken. Fortunately, it was not and I have resumed Spinning classes 2 or 3 times a week. My rides are normally 22 to 42 miles and wish to resume them very soon. I don't even want to think about landing on my hip like that again. Have been looking for crash pads and would welcome any comments or suggestions or thoughts.

[alfeng]

You may want to look into buying the type of "armor" worn by Downhillers.

I can't recommend a retailer -- I think CAMBRIA BICYCLE OUTFITTERS used to carry Downhilling "stuff" ... e.g., shorts with hip pads, etc.

So, check their website (www.cambriabike.com (http://www.cambriabike.com/)) as a starting point.