New Balance 1000 Combo Thigh Guard

New Balance 1000 Combo Thigh Pad

The New Balance 1000 Combo Thigh Pad is a dual-sided cricket thigh guard designed for players across all grades of cricket. Its pre-curved moulded construction combines 18 mm dual density Crosslink Foam with a plastic reinforcement sheet, providing protection for the thigh area while maintaining a shaped, comfortable fit.

The main protective layer uses 18 mm dual density Crosslink Foam. Using two foam densities allows the protective section to provide cushioning against ball impacts, while the plastic reinforcement sheet adds a firmer protective layer within the construction.

Rather than using a flat protective panel, the pre-curved moulded design gives the thigh pad its shape before it is worn. This is intended to provide a more natural fit around the leg and helps the protective section sit comfortably in position when batting.

A honeycomb cloth outer covers the protective construction, while an elasticated, double-sided sweatband completes the design.

Who is the New Balance 1000 Combo Thigh Pad best for?

The New Balance 1000 Combo Thigh Pad is designed for cricketers across all grades who want a dual-sided thigh guard with substantial foam padding and additional plastic reinforcement.

Its combination of a pre-curved shape, 18 mm dual density Crosslink Foam and reinforcement sheet makes protection and comfort the main focus of the design.

Key features

• Dual-sided thigh pad provides protective coverage in a single combined design.

• Pre-curved moulded construction creates a shaped fit around the player.

• 18 mm dual density Crosslink Foam provides substantial cushioning against ball impacts.

• Plastic reinforcement sheet adds a firmer protective layer within the pad.

• Honeycomb cloth outer covers the protective construction.

• Elasticated, double-sided sweatband completes the fit and construction.

Why buy cricket protection from Players Sports?

Players Sports carries a broad range of cricket protection from leading brands, making it easier to compare thigh guards, batting pads, abdominal guards and other protective equipment for the level of coverage and feel you prefer.

Visit Players Sports Greenlane at 1–7 Marewa Road, Auckland to compare cricket equipment with knowledgeable advice from our specialist team. As a New Zealand-owned sports retailer, we also make it easy to shop online with delivery throughout New Zealand.

Frequently asked questions

What type of thigh guard is the New Balance 1000 Combo?

The New Balance 1000 is a dual-sided cricket thigh pad. Its combined construction uses a pre-curved moulded shape with 18 mm dual density Crosslink Foam and a plastic reinforcement sheet for protection while batting.

How thick is the padding in the New Balance 1000 Combo Thigh Pad?

The New Balance 1000 uses 18 mm dual density Crosslink Foam. This forms the main cushioning layer of the thigh guard and is combined with a plastic reinforcement sheet to add a firmer protective element to the construction.

What does the pre-curved design do?

The pre-curved moulded design gives the New Balance 1000 its shaped construction before it is worn. Rather than starting as a flat protective panel, the thigh pad is formed to sit more naturally around the player while batting.

Does the New Balance 1000 Combo have plastic reinforcement?

Yes. The New Balance 1000 Combo Thigh Pad includes a plastic reinforcement sheet. This sits alongside the 18 mm dual density Crosslink Foam, adding a firmer protective layer to the thigh guard's construction.