Reddit mentions: The best skateboarding protective gear

I mostly ride at night. You may think I go overboard here, but drivers here are legendarily bad. I have a bright orange windbreaker with reflective stripe (think like a pit crew jacket) but I only wear that in cool weather, which is a ways off for me still. Here's what I wear (aside from trying to wear light-colored T-shirts):

1.) Bright headlamp on my helmet. Good to view the road, has a red light on the back of the helmet on the battery pack to help make me visible from behind. I also find it very useful to make sure cars see you - if you're approaching an intersection and you're not sure, just glance at the driver. When you do, you're flashing a head-height light in his face, more or less straight on level (don't stare and blind him, obvs.). He'll see you.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PWB4R7R/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

2.) One of these little dinky flashing red bike lights clipped on the back of my backpack:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F635KH4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

3.) I also am pretty happy with the DIY supplemental light rig I've made for my OneWheels, it greatly increases the board's "headlights". I plan to post a tutorial here soon for anyone interested. Cheap, durable, bright, and easy semi-permanent install (you don't need to take them off the board to charge them. But if you need to take them off, it's not hard to do.)

4.) You could also look at various reflective stickers/rail wraps/sidekicks for the board itself. OWArmor makes some - I have a circular sticker that just lines the rim of the wheel on both my boards. Float Life put out some pretty neat reflective Sidekicks recently, but they may be sold out now.

5.) If I didn't already have a helmet, I'd consider this: black by day, reflective silver by night:

https://www.amazon.com/Triple-Eight-Gotham-Reflective-Darklight/dp/B01N7CP18W/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=reflective+helmet&qid=1566214933&s=sporting-goods&sr=1-1

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Snowboarding is more difficult to learn but easier to get good at. I learned to snowboard just before my 30th, but had been on skis since I was 4. I swapped primarily because I had heard it was easier on the knees.

1 Piece of advice, depending on where you ski get yourself a good pair of comfortable knee pads. I still wear mine as I ski the East where it's icy and man does it save the knees. Its protected me from getting a good bruising on my knees many many times. An added plus its super comfortable to take a quick stop on my knees as needed.

Here is the link:

https://www.amazon.com/Triple-Eight-ExoSkin-Black-Large/dp/B0059CWUNE/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=triple+8+knee+pads&qid=1574354599&sr=8-6

Also find yourself a good instructor that will teach you the proper way to fall. Keep your hands in a fist and don't use your hands to brace your fall. Use your forearms and try and keep a fist always. This is a huge tip to prevent you from breaking a wrist. You almost want to have a dive motion as you fall. Sounds way more complicated than it is. My first instructor would actually have us practice from our knees a few times and it was a huge help for me.

I have gear from Triple Eight and Pro-Tec right now. Not really sure what's good as far as gear but it's definitely protected my knees and elbows. I have the Triple Eight Dual certified helmet, Triple Eight Elbow pads,and Pro-Tec Knee Pads. I personally just needed something quick and convenient so I shopped around on Amazon and got whatever looked decent. They've been working for me so far and saved me in my first major fall going downhill.

For helmets, make sure your helmet is certified. I first bought one that was not certified, and it's basically useless plastic and foam that does NOT protect your head apart from scrapes. You need to make sure any helmet you get has EPS Foam and is certified for what you're doing.

As for wrist protection, I would maybe suggest getting some slide gloves instead. I know you're more interested in cruising, so it might just be fine to have wrist guards, but it's possible you'll want to try out a slide or two in the future and that way you don't need to buy your hand protection twice. I have not yet learned to slide but have some gloves, and they definitely saved my hands when I took a bad spill. They have hard pucks on the palms which are used to support your body when you slide, but they work great to protect your hands as well.

Longtime lurker here and I finally joined the family earlier this week (even created a new reddit account for my new found obsession!).
I have snowboarding experience and quickly got comfortable on the onewheel. Practiced dismounting and turning in my apartment complex for the first 2 miles, then I took to the streets/park. Fast forward 2 days, and I’m cruising comfortably between 14-18 mph while on a night ride. Everything was going great, pure stoke and respecting pushback. I decided to take the main road back home to practice riding in the bike lane because I eventually want to commute to work. I was stopped at a light and once it turned green, I accelerated through the intersection and nosedived about halfway through. The road had a slight uphill grade and I think I leaned too far forward. I grabbed my board out of the intersection and hopped back on. About 2 minutes later I realize my left thumb is throbbing. I had broken the same thumb about 6 years ago and had surgery done, so at this point I start to panic. Decided it was best to just get home ASAP. I was wearing Hillbilly full finger wrist guard gloves, and upon taking them off, I see my thumb bent back and stuck in a permanent thumbs up position (oof). Thankfully the ER got me through quick and after my thumb was reset I was informed there were no fractures! Feeling very grateful as it could have been a lot worse given my history with the same thumb.

Regarding the Hillbilly gloves ... I’m almost positive they are the reason my thumb was dislocated. The wrist plate goes all the way to the palm and the base of the thumb rests on it. I can see how the plate can push against the thumb and in result dislocate it. I also got 2 stitches for a wound where the thumb rests on the plate, further convincing me the wrist guard is the culprit. Any thoughts? What does everyone else wear to protect their hands? I wanted to get the Flatland 3D pro gloves but they are out of stock. I believe hand protection is vital for me because I work in an office and just can’t afford hand injuries.

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Just picked up an XR earlier this week, previous board experience and got comfortable too quick, nosedived, dislocated my thumb, highly suspecting Hillbilly full finger wrist guard gloves are the culprit. Any thoughts on better hand protection for an office dweller? Can’t afford broken hands, feeling very grateful it was only dislocated. Won’t let this kill my stoke, I’m fully hooked and excited to jump back on once I’m healed. Float on!

I had this same question a couple weeks ago. Here’s the feedback I got:

https://www.reddit.com/r/ElectricUnicycle/comments/d4lnw9/any_specific_brandmodel_protective_gear

All solid suggestions I think. I ended up ordering Flexmeters (wrist guards), and the knee and elbow Fox D3O pads and the Fox Defender gloves.

The gloves are some of my favorite ever. And the elbow pads are solid. The knee pads are tight and hot though. Pretty uncomfortable and a challenge to get on and off.

I had ordered the JBM Adult Protective Gear Set for Biking, Riding, Cycling and Multi Sports and after just a few outings those actually break in really nice and are very comfortable. $20 for a full set of comfortable gear; can’t beat that. And I’ve gone down at low speed in them several times, so they seem to do the trick.

I also ordered Leatt EXT knee/shin pads because they don’t have a “sock” design, so I can easily wear them over jeans.

Finally (other than helmets) I’ve got some wrist-guards I got for free from eWheels with my EUC and those actually ended up being my favorite so far. You can buy them separately for $19. I like them so much because I don’t have to take off my Apple Watch when I wear them. Which means I can use apps that show me speed, battery, etc. As well as just being all around convenient.

The Flexmeters seem like good kit. And they’re very comfortable. But they’re also long and feel like they probably conflict with longer elbow pads like the Fox pads.

Buttom line, T-Shirt and Shorts gear for me is JBM pads + eWheels wrist guards + helmet. Swap in the Leatt knee/shin pads if I’m wearing pants. And I’d probably throw on the Fox elbow pads instead of the JBM try to fit the Flexmeters if I felt like I was gonna be pushing it. And in the winter I’d wear an armored jacket instead of elbow pads.

Definitely pad up. At least some knee pads. I thought I was too cool for that when I started back up a couple months ago and now I have a solid lump on my left knee that doesn’t really show signs of going away. Nothing hurts I’m pretty sure it’s just from falling on it... A LOT. I got some triple eight kp22 ( https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000ASZAA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hPbjDbP3MBRNQ ) and they fit pretty slim for a hard shell. Fits ubder shorts well. I think the size I got is to small for me over pants (I’m. 5’10 170 lbs, average build and I got a size L), but under shorts is perfect! I also wear some slip on elbow pads ( https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XOQR7NK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PKbjDbDEMR24F ) they’ve saved me for sure on a couple slams and You basically forget they are there. Happy rolling man! Welcome back!

Im just getting back into the game after a 20 year hiatus and have the same concerns as you. Surprisingly, I quickly remembered how to fall again but I definitely miss my harbinger wrist wraps. They were awesome back in the day as they were gloves that had a nice solid wrap around the wrist and a palm side splint only. I always worried about the top side splint breaking my fingers and this was an awesome solution. I went down hard numerous times in parks and street and those things were champs. Unfortunately, they don't make them anymore but I did order the ones below and they will be arriving today. I will update here after I use them if you'd like.

Hillbilly Wrist Guard Gloves - Half Finger (Black, Large) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0046EWXC4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_rSisDbJAEVE6A

yeah you could use any helmet, the bigger the better.. some people will say it's unnecessary, but that's bullshit.

it's not like hitting your face into a solid pole/concrete something is impossible, it very well is, and imagine doing that at 20mph+?

I just bought this one, and it's pretty good.. best part is the cold-resistance.. amazing.

Triple Eight ExoSkin Knee Pad

I have had these for about a month now and so far they have been the best I've tried yet. I spend a lot of time on my knees repairing things for work. I wear them daily and have been very happy with them so far. They fit comfortably, have a soft yet durable knee area, very breathable, and have Kevlar so they are abrasion resistant. They are so comfortable that I often times just leave them on all day. Makes it easier to get on the floor to play with dogs or small humans. I don't know how well they will work under tighter fitting pants but they are not all that bulky.

Other knee pads that I've tried and not liked so much are:

McDavid HexPad - I found that the padding on these gets compressed and eventually feels like I'm kneeling straight on the floor. Also they didn't breath well and ended up smelling like a locker room after a week or so.

AWP Non-Marring Polyester-Cap Knee Pads - I used these for a while but they ended up soaking up the sweat and smelled terrible in less than a week. Padding was ok but also had a habit of getting compressed or pushed to the sections that weren't getting knelt on.

I've tried a couple of wrist guards, but I've found these to be the best:

Hillbilly Wrist Guard Gloves - Half Finger
http://amzn.to/2rlkPve (Amazon affiliate link)

They slip on like gloves. The guard plastic doesn't get in the way of holding the Boosted controller. And the half-fingers don't get in the way too much of the Flatland3D O-ring I have on the controller.

I tried a couple of different wrist guards, but they were either not as simple to put on as these Hillbilly's or they got in the way of the controller.

I use these: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BFPH0NE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VieYDb5S20SCK

They are wrist guards, and I wear gloves (usually fingerless) under them for warmth. They are comfortable for me, and provide a lot of protection both for your hand hitting the ground, and your wrist taking the impact. I have streetfaced 4 times since getting into eboarding, once when going 27mph downhill. The only time my hands/wrists got hurt was when i forgot to extend my fingers before hitting the ground, and tore a bit of skin off the tip of my finger. It was summer then and i was not wearing gloves under the guards.

The velcro quality is not the greatest. I had to replace the velcro after only a couple months of (daily) use. When I had my 27mph fall, one of the straps frayed a good bit of the way through, so I need to replace them, but im being lazy cus I dont want to sew on new velcro again haha. (Otherwise, the build quality has held up great to 4 nasty falls)

For that reason I have been looking for other wrist guards that provide the same amount of palm protection and wrist support, but I have not found anything that looks like it would be a perfect replacement for these. Slide gloves dont have wrist support, flatland 3D have only the barest of palm protection, etc. These guards do it all for me, and the fact that they are dirt cheap excuses the shitty velcro in my mind.

I highly recommend them.

Because I bought a BB for equal parts coolness to transportation ability, I'd honestly say that the best way to go is a TSG Pass because it's comprised of equal parts coolness factor and protection ability.

Link to Amazon here.

I started with a skate helmet, but have looked into gloves and knee pads. I like to ride in shorts, so the pads will help.

Considering a full face helmet now, but undecided. Visually it seems overkill, but I enjoy eating solid food.

Edit:

Gloves
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EOWA4H8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_3qmXBbM048Y0Q

Pads
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000ASZAA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_7rmXBb46ZB18V

Wrist guards. If you write code for a living or just use a computer, they're very worthwhile (plus most falls will kill your palms without them). Not the set I own, but they look good

For padding I bought these:
Knees, elbows

Helmet looks like a good deal. Ideally, you also want decent shoes, long-pants, and a jacket to cover your arms, legs, and feet. This is what I wear when I'm really riding quickly, but for < 20 MPH, you can probably shed a bit of it.

Knee and elbow pads plus set of wrist guard

Knee pads
Elbow pads
Wrist Guard

This might be a bit of an overkill, but once you join the BB diving club, you’ll understand. I’ve taken several falls and even side swiped by a car, so I know what I’m talking about.
Defensive riding is highly recommended and be safe.

I really like the Pro-Tec guards. They protect the wrists and palms well and holding the remote is easy.

A lot of them don't protect the hip right, they are padded lower or front / back. I like the cheapo Body Prox crash shorts. They're super comfy and protect the hip nice. Just looks like you have a phone / wallet in your pockets when you wear them.


Edit: These

If I were you I would pick this up as well https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016U4R6II/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 As of now i use just the wrist guards, as I wear a riding vest and jeans

the wrist guards are amazing though, they have saved my palms and my wrists so many times.

Yup. Bodyprox Protective shorts. When I ride to work in full padding, most of the time I’ll just leave them on as they’re very comfortable. Contour-wise, they’re quite flattering. Makes me look like I do deadlifts.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07KJJ3YF3?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Remember where you first started driving? Same places, practice in Church and HS parking lots, ideally when they are empty! As a beginner you should seriously think about wrist guards and knee pads. Here in the North there is an added danger right now of sand on the roads, so as you start to push your turning radius the chances of sliding out are greater because of it. Which is what the wrist guards and knee pads are for. You can get a serviceable set for ~$20, well worth in until you are more comfortable. This assumes you are always wearing a helmut:-)
https://www.amazon.com/JBM-Guards-Protective-Biking-Cycling/dp/B016U4R6EW/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1518717053&sr=8-14&keywords=skateboarding+wrist+guards

I'm 42. I bought these last year. Best money I've ever spent. Pretty discrete, too. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004IUJEDW/

Push start a first few times if you have to. Lean forward when hitting the throttle, lean back when braking. Also, wear your gear, if you're a new rider like me.


These JBM knee, wrist, elbow pad kit has already saved me plenty of skin for just 25 bucks.

Sure, I do feel a bit awkward wearing this around in this beach town where almost NO one wears safety gear, but in the end, after a couple of holes in my pants and a busted knee already, I'm sticking to wearing them until I get a 100% confident.

Thanks for the reccs! I have a Triple Eight helmet!

As for type of pads I see that there are "covert" versions which seem like a softer version with less plastic as opposed to the normal ones. Not sure if it's worth getting those if they're not much protection. Any thoughts on the differences?

Pads I've really liked these for the value.

Butt/hip

I feel like hips are under talked about. After my first fall I got these. My hips were the most bruised up part. Even months later I can feel it.

These wrist guards are the ones I use and you still have control of the remote. I do however wish the battery percentage was in the top left instead of right, because even without wrist guards it gets covered up with my hand, and to me I'd rather know my battery percent over what mode I'm in.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016U4R6II/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Li5hybGXQQ0MG

I've been using the protec ones.. my only gripe is that the middle strap is a little long, but nothing that can't be fixed w/ a little ingenuity. they also didn't prevent me from taking a fair amount of skin off of my knuckles during my last spill from my bamboo gtx, so my gf got me these, which i've been wearing under the protec wrist guards with no problems and the added benefit of feeling goddamned bulletproof. the extra bulk also helps take up some of the slack on that middle wrist guard strap. hth! :)

Definitely a helmet. I use one of these, very affordable and in my opinion it's quite comfortable.
https://www.amazon.com/Triple-Eight-Certified-Helmet/dp/B00M569MA6?th=1&psc=1

This is my setup, I really like it. Helmet is reflective in the dark when headlights beam on me, knee/elbow pads are thin enough to fit under a light jacket and skinny jeans, the gloves have a lil knuckle protection and can be used on touch devices

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N7CP18W/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IS6KOZO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IS6KOYA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Fox-Racing-Bomber-Light-Gloves-Charcoal-L/dp/B073WVBZ3K/ref=sr_1_2?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1524190815&sr=1-2&keywords=fox+bomber+light+gloves

I use these https://www.amazon.com/Triple-Saver-Wristsavers-Black-Small/dp/B0000DZIK1/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1525034955&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=triple%2Beight%2Bwrist%2Bguards&dpPl=1&dpID=51TOwCKDnhL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1 they are super cheap and feel good, havent gone down yet but I think they will hold up well. As for gloves just look for some cheap motocross gloves off or revzilla or something. I got a pair on sale for around $10.

I bought these shin guards on Amazon. They have side protection for tail whips as well as shin protection. They were pretty inexpensive.

http://www.amazon.com/Triple-EXOSKIN-Shin-Guard-Large/dp/B00B1364KU?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

It's 370 on Amazon. I missed out on that 10% off, but thanks for the feedback! This is the Amazon link. Is this the new or the old one? TSG Pass Carbon Helmet, Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K2T0O0A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Sy.zxb533A9K6

I use these and LOVE them. Hillbilly half finger wrist guard gloves.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0046EWXC4/ref=cm\_sw\_em\_r\_mt\_dp\_U\_vATACbB5DADVQ

Hi guys. I've been convinced to pick up a full face helmet for longboarding and I'm wondering whether I'd be able to use it for snowboarding as well? It's a TSG Pass. I'd wear it without goggles as it has a visor. Does she shape, visor, hardshell fibreglass or anything else make it not viable for snowboarding? I can't see anything that would stop me from using it to snowboard.

Thanks.

Triple 8 EXOSKIN Shin and Whip Guard, Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B1364KU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mHjHzb4K2V0NJ
These are excellent as well.

Wrist injuries are really common when just starting out. When I was learning I always wore these Triple 8 wrist guards. Most people wear slide gloves for hand protection, but they don't have any wrist support.

IMO the TGS is too small.. even the large is a small. it must be made for a small asian person. I went with the S-One Lifer full face and love it.

https://shop.s1helmets.com/lifer-fullface/

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As far as wrist guards go, IMO the Triple Eights are where its at.

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https://www.amazon.com/Triple-Eight-604352-80003-24-Hired/dp/B003BAJKVQ/ref=sr_1_31?crid=3JJQN9VQXQTA9&keywords=wrist+guard&qid=1555257016&s=gateway&sprefix=wrist+gu%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-31

I'm using the wristguards from this JBM pad set. Works pretty well with the remote. https://www.amazon.com/JBM-Guards-Protective-Biking-Cycling/dp/B016U4R6EW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1475189729&sr=8-1&keywords=jbm%2Bpads&th=1

I rock these on every ride, they're great ->
Hillbilly Wrist Guard Gloves - Half Finger (Black, Medium) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0046EZ5A6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_2VRCCb09GM4D0

Hello all, I was wondering if you guys could give a recommendation on some impact shorts for snowboarding. I have narrowed it down to 4 based upon price and availability to me in Vancouver.

The creme of the crop seems to be skeletools and azzpadz, but those are a little hard to get a hold of, as far as I can tell, in Vancouver.

So if you could either recommend one of the four I have pre-selected, or if you think I'm way off base on something and letting me know. My budget is $150.

Hillbilly impact shorts

http://www.amazon.com/Hillbilly-protective-gear-27041-Impact/dp/B001CSYNZW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1454009944&sr=8-1&keywords=hillbilly+impact

Triple 8 bumsaver

http://www.amazon.com/Triple-Eight-Bumsaver-Black-Medium/dp/B004IUJEDW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1454009975&sr=8-1&keywords=bumsaver

Burton total impact

http://www.amazon.com/Burton-Total-Impact-Form-Short/dp/B00YMN2HVQ/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1454010000&sr=8-10&keywords=burton+impact

Protec ips lo pro

http://www.amazon.com/Pro-tec-IPS-Pads-Black-X-Large/dp/B009LIFNEU/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1454010030&sr=8-4&keywords=protec+ips

I’ve been quite happy with these: Triple 8 Hired Hands (Black,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003BAJKVQ?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

https://www.amazon.com/Hillbilly-Wrist-Guard-Gloves-Finger/dp/B0046EZ37Q

I got a pair of these and I really like them. They have a half-finger option as well

Yeah, I've read a few things where people were suggesting full face helmets like https://www.amazon.com/TSG-XTHAFFPSSXL-Pass-Helmet/dp/B00LGZGYGM

and motorcycle jackets, or some kinda body armor thing

My minimum is a helmet and wrist guards. After my crap Chinese wristies started falling apart, I took another rider's advice and went to Hillbilly.

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Hope you heal up quickly, friend!

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https://www.amazon.com/Hillbilly-Wrist-Guard-Gloves-Finger/dp/B0046EZ5A6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1ZQW2YHTC8P8N&keywords=hillbilly+wrist+guards&qid=1556036383&s=gateway&sprefix=hillbilly+wrist%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-1

For touring, I'll wear a helmet, wrist guards, and knee pads as I tend to ride in traffic. I'm confident of my skills, but drivers have proven time and again how reckless they are, especially in my urban environment. When riding in bicycle/pedestrian only areas, I'll typically wear just the wrist guards.

Definitely go for the wrist guards and decent knee pads. I've never come close to hitting my head from an unplanned dismount. For reference, I have the Hillbilly Half Finger Wrist Guards. They're slightly cheaper at Amazon than unicycle.com.

Yeah, I'd definitely recommend getting wrist guards. I use these: https://smile.amazon.com/Triple-Saver-Wristsavers-Black-Small/dp/B0000DZIK1

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I wear wrist guards when I'm working on something new and it's unpredictable how I'll fall, but when I first started skating as an adult I just wore them all the time. A tailbone pad is also helpful. I see some adults wearing helmets too. These things won't necessarily save you from a bad fall (although there have been times when I've fallen hard on my hands and the wrist guards probably prevented injury) but hopefully they'll give you confidence and make it more likely you'll get comfortable with the ice and falling properly to reduce your risk of injury.

Does anybody know a physical shop which sells wrist guards for skating like these? Toby's only sells a set of wrist guards with elbow and knee pads. I'm looking for just wrist guards for ice skating.

Let yourself heal up first. Then when you are ready to get back into it wear one of these.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B004IUJEDW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Well it's a bit expensive.

These hillbillies work well for me: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0046EZ5A6

I got the triple eight darklight reflective helmet.

I don't care and you shouldn't either. I'd rather look like one than have anything smashed by the ground.

I got these and can use the remote just fine: http://www.amazon.com/Triple-Saver-Wristsavers-Black-Medium/dp/B0000DZIJ6?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

Triple 8 Certified Helmet is only $30 on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00M569MA6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I got a triple8 helmet (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007CMDRV8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) but I don't know if it's worse than others, as I have not yet fallen badly and bumped my head hard against the floor or anything like that. Also, I got this (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000DZIK1/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) for wrist guard, they had a package with elbow and knee guard, but I didn't get that one, and got just the wristguard.

Try Triple-8s Hired Hands gloves. The have a little wrist protection in there too.
https://www.amazon.com/Triple-Eight-604352-80003-24-Hired/dp/B003BAJKVQ?th=1&psc=1

Hillbilly Wrist Guard Gloves - Half Finger (Black, Medium) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0046EZ5A6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_tL9mDbDYW6H9S

https://www.amazon.com/TSG-XTHAFFPSSXL-Pass-Helmet/dp/B00LGZGYGM

http://www.amazon.com/Hillbilly-Wrist-Guard-Gloves-Finger/dp/B0046EWXC4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1457747731&sr=8-1&keywords=hillbilly+wrist+guards

https://www.amazon.com/TSG-XTHAFFPSSXL-Pass-Helmet/dp/B00LGZGYGM

Triple Eight Certified Helmet, All Black Rubber, Large/X-Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M569MA6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_csdXQoG8iNxIY

https://www.amazon.com/Triple-Eight-Bumsaver-Black-Medium/dp/B004IUJEDW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1449262014&sr=8-2&keywords=Crash+shorts

Currently rocking these.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016U4R6II/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

as far as a helmet I got a simple Bell helmet from Target.

Day 1: No falls however I did have to bail after riding over a speed bump too fast.

No, something designed to both absorb impact and prevent flexing. Like these at a minimum: https://www.amazon.com/Triple-Saver-Wristsavers-Black-Small/dp/B0000DZIK1/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1481674687&sr=8-3&keywords=wrist+guards

There's also "glove" type ones, and even some ridiculously thick ones for the downhill skater guys who intentionally drag their hands on pavement for control in highs-speed turns.

I've always used the "splint" style ones like the ones I linked above. They've saved my wrists in several falls. Important: no wrist-guard will completely prevent injury if you fall directly onto your hands badly enough. That's why the "learn to tuck and roll" advice above is so important. Ultimately that's what will prevent fractures.

I've been looking for decent pads for a while but can't really decide what to get.

I found these but they're not hard pads.

http://www.amazon.com/McDavid-6440-Hexpad-Knee-Elbow/dp/B000UVXZ4C

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0059CWUC0/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1M0GZGHL8F7T8

and these ones are hard pads but look low profile. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016U4R6II/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A21875UNY3A7GG

Not really sure which one to get :p