Recommendations for protective gear and rides near Brecon

[Hodders]

Looking at getting some knee and elbow pads. I'm spending a week up in Brecon later this summer and will probably be riding rougher stuff than I do here at home - really want to do "the gap" and stuff like that.

I don't want to spend a fortune, but equally don't want rubbing and discomfort.

Anybody got any recommendations for pads?

Equally any decent rides I should try to fit in?

 

[chrislusty]

I've recently got some Nukeproof knee pads and elbow pads, they are the sleeve kind, so no straps. They are comfortable and not too warm.
The Gap is a great ride, really enjoyable, I've never worn pads for it though, but that's down to personal preference. Depending on what type of riding you want to do, Bike Park Wales is obviously close by, along with Cwmcarn too.