These seem like they’ll do a great job protecting my hips and tailbone if I fall, and the pads are well placed. My only disappointment is the fabric. It fits close to the body, but it doesn’t have the supportive, snug feel of most athletic shorts or leggings. I was expecting a little more hold from the fabric, especially around my midsection. Because of that, I’ll probably wear them over a pair of fitted workout shorts or leggings but I’d hoped to have been able to wear them by themselves