Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors

The Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors work to redistribute pressure and prevent rubbing, and are ideal for protecting the tibia from chafing from the tongue of a ski boot. They are made from Silitene, a patented silicone gel which is known for its efficacy in both treating and preventing blisters.  

What's Included?

• 2 x Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors

What Are the Key Features of the Shin Protectors?

• Prevents pains from rubbing or chafing during sports
• Can be reused up to 30 times
• Anatomical shape fits round the tibia
• Adhesive layer for ease-of-application
• Fully machine washable

Sizing Information for Sidas Gel Silicone Shin Protectors

Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors are 150mm in length and 105mm in width. As they are constructed with a gel centre, the centre and edges vary in width. This ranges from a minimum of 2mm at the edges up to 4mm at the middle of the protector.

Who Are Sidas?

Sidas are a well respected sporting goods firm, started by three ski instructors in 1975 and specialising in footcare. Their business has grown in the last 40 years and now 1.5 million people use Sidas products daily. They are dedicated to innovation in sporting goods. 

How Do Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors Work?

Using a constantly moving gel pad centre for protection, Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors are designed to sit underneath the sock to protect the shin against pressure from certain types of footwear.

What Do Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors Guard Against?

• Constant Contact
• Impact
• Muscle Strain
• Rubbing
• Stress
• Torsion
• Twisting

Which Applications and Shoe Types Do They Guard Against?

Sidas Silicone Shin Protectors can be used with a range of footwear types, in both high and low styles. Whether you require direct shin impact protection or you're looking to relieve the pressure generated by larger footwear types, Sidas Silicone Protectors have something for you:

• Football
• Leather Boots
• Rugby
• Running
• Skiing Boots
• Snowboarding
• Underneath Shin Pads

How Do I Apply the Silicone Shin Protectors To My Skin?

These shin protectors have been designed with an adhesive layer for ease-of-application. To use these shin protectors, simply peel the plastic sheet away from the adhesive layer and apply the protector to the shin area. When you're ready to remove the shin protector, re-apply the plastic sheet to the silicone material to help it to maintain its adhesive properties.

What Is Silitene?

Silitene is a kind of patented silicone gel, which is extremely effective in reducing friction and redistributing pressure during exercise. The Silitene Shin Protectors can be used for protection during skiing and hiking as well as a variety of other sports. 

UK Delivery Information & Fees

This product is normally dispatched by Royal Mail. The normal delivery expectation of this service is 1 to 3 working days.

When ordering before 2.00pm (Monday to Friday), your item will usually be dispatched the same working day.

We offer free delivery on all orders of £40.00 and over. On orders below £40.00, a £3.95 delivery charge is applied.

Please see our specific delivery information page for more information. For up to the minute delivery information, please call our customer care team on 020 7501 1102 who will be happy to help.

Our Guide to Finding the Perfect Size and Fit

Using Your Shoe Size

For most of our insoles, the easiest way to find the best size for you is to go off of your current shoe size. The majority of our insoles are available in a range of sizes and you can simply select the size that best fits your existing shoes.

Please be aware that, as with shoes, there can be slight variations in the size of insoles. For example a size 8 of one brand might not be exactly the same size and width as the size 8 of another. To help account for these discrepancies, a number of our insoles include dimensions to help you ensure you're getting the right size.

Measuring Your Current Insoles

While using your shoe size to find your best size is a good guide, it is not always foolproof. If you want to guarantee that your insole fit your shoes as closely as possible, we recommend measuring your existing insole and using this as a guide to your size.

To do this, please follow the steps outlined below:

1. Remove the existing insole from the shoes you wish to use your new insoles with (please note that not all insoles are removable)
2. Measure the insoles at their longest and widest points (see the below diagram for an idea of where this will be
3. Match the measurements to the dimensions of the insoles listed, and choose the size that best fits your results

Where Can I Find the Dimensions?

The dimensions for insoles can be found on the "Product Details" tab (please see below) and are usually found in the sizing section of the listing, in a table. Please be aware that not all products currently have the dimensions listed.

The dimensions of insoles can usually be found on the "Product Details" tab

What If There Are No Dimensions Listed?

If you do not see the dimensions listed on the Product Details tab, please fill in the form below and we will work to get the relevant information as quickly as possible. We will email you once we have the information that you have requested.

Trimming Your Insoles to Fit

To get the ultimate level of fit from your insoles, you can trim them to make a small adjustment. To trim your insoles, simply follow the steps below:

1. Remove your existing insoles from your shoes
2. Line up your existing and new insoles at the heel
3. Trace the outline of the insoles against the new pair at the toe end (see the image below for an example)
4. Carefully cut along the traced line
5. Your insoles should now fit your shoes better

Carefully trace the outline of your insole

Please note that not all insoles are suitable for trimming. Most insoles are unsuitable for return once they have been trimmed to fit; we recommend bearing this in mind prior to trimming.

If you would like a more detailed guide to trimming your insoles, please read our full guide on How to Trim Your Insoles.