Impact Shorts
Impact Shorts for Skating
Impact shorts are a discreet and effective way to protect your hips, tailbone, and thighs when you skate. They help absorb impacts from falls, allowing you to practise new tricks or take longer rides with greater confidence. Here, you’ll find carefully selected models that combine shock-absorbing padding with excellent freedom of movement.
Most impact shorts are designed to be worn under regular clothing, so you don’t have to compromise on style to stay well protected. They’re especially relevant for beginners, aggressive skaters, and anyone who often falls backwards or sideways.
How to Choose the Right Impact Shorts
For optimal protection and comfort, it’s important to choose impact shorts that suit both your body and skating style. Use the checklist below when comparing the different models.
- Impact level: Look at the thickness and placement of the foam padding. More padding around the hips and tailbone provides extra safety during hard falls.
- Fit and size: Check the size guide and measure your waist and hips. Impact shorts should fit snugly without pinching so the pads stay securely in place.
- Material and breathability: Many models are made from elastic, moisture-wicking materials that stay comfortable even on warm days or during longer sessions.
- Flexibility: Make sure you can bend your knees and hips freely. Segmented padding often allows better mobility than large, stiff panels.
- Usage level: For beginners and freestyle skating, lightweight and flexible shorts are often sufficient, while more aggressive skating may require thicker padding.
Also, consider whether you mainly skate indoors in parks or outdoors on asphalt. Frequent or hard falls make it a good idea to combine the shorts with knee pads or elbow pads as a supplement to your hip protection.
Once you’ve found the size and type that suit your level and style, the next step is simply to pick the model from our curated selection that matches your preferences for comfort and safety — and you’ll be ready to roll with confidence.


