@AxellHodges96 and EVS Sports collaborate from the ground up on the new Slayco96 knee guard. The Slayco96 signature knee guard promotes increased endurance with less fatigue, allows for maximum airflow, the ability to squeeze and feel the bike, ability to go lower into corners with more leg flexibility, and generally more mobility on the bike. A favorite among freestyle mx, motocross and dual sport riders alike.
Axell grew up racing motocross and was a mainstay on the amateur motocross scene for several years. At 19 years old, Axell found his love for freeriding and launched the Slayground video series which has now generated over 14 million views on RU-vid. Competing in Xgames from 2016 to 2022, he has received a total of 12 medals (4 gold, 6 silver and 2 bronze).
Over the years Axell had worn and tried a number of different knee braces from competitors of EVS. After suffering yet another significant leg injury, Axell ditched his knee braces and became a knee guard guy. Axell was quickly on the rise in terms of his popularity when he was first exposed to the EVS knee guards, wearing them for a couple of years. In the fall of 2021, the EVS team pitched the idea of a signature knee guard, suggesting for Axell to build it from the ground up.
From the start Axell was extremely engaged, stating exactly what he liked in a knee guard and the must have features his signature knee guard would need. He expressed the fabric types to be used and where, what density of protective foam to utilize and how durability concerns were going to be addressed. An important feature Axell asked for was a more minimalist and low-profile feel while still incorporating a feeling of stability and protection. His influence of colors and logos implemented was also highly encouraged.
Almost 2 years in the making, we are happy to release the EVS Slayco96 Axell Hodges Signature Edition knee guard.
14 авг 2023
