AlpineStars Paragon Plus Elbow Pads - L - Black Exclusive They use a captive steel

They use a captive steel washer under the head which reduces friction on the dropout face

SM-BH90SS - This is straight cut on both ends (no banjo) and includes all necessary o-rings / inserts / olives / and cable clamping blocks

3 - Dual Compound - EXO - TR Kevlar Folding: 780g

Pros: Lightweight

AlpineStars Paragon Plus Elbow Pads - L - Black Exclusive They use a captive steelLightweight, durable, and flexible, the Paragon Plus will keep the you safe from gravel rash and some bigger impacts without being bulky and uncomfortable. Who's it for? Anyone wanting to make sure they don't have to pick bits of gravel out of their elbows. Protection style? Firm, yet flexible guard for great impact protection, but reasonably unrestricted movement. Materials? Elastic, mesh, and rip stop materials strategically placed to give abrasion