Four Knee Sleeves. Which One Is Yours?
I'm Brandon. I built these. They all start from the same knitted sleeve, and each one adds a different amount of support on top of it. Two minutes here and you'll know exactly which one you want.
I built the sleeve I couldn't find. Brandon, founder, Old Bones Therapy.
Compare all four
Same knitted sleeve underneath. The only difference is how much support sits on top of it.
 Most popularStart Here: The OG$40.00 |  Step Up: Springs$60.00 |  Max Support: Hinges$70.00 |  Built Bigger: Big Bones$70.00 | |
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| What it adds | The base layer everything else is built on | A spring down each side, on the outside | Two hinges on each side | Full-height springs and a support stay front and back, designed to hold the top in place |
| Support | Everyday | Enhanced | The most we make | Enhanced |
| Flexibility | High | Moderate | Moderate | High |
| Best for | Everyday aches and pains | Long days on your feet | High impact, and knees that feel loose side to side | Larger thighs, and tops that roll down |
| Start Here: The OG | Step Up: Springs | Max Support: Hinges | Built Bigger: Big Bones |
Most popularStart Here: The OG$40.00- What it adds
- The base layer everything else is built on
- Support
- Everyday
- Flexibility
- High
- Best for
- Everyday aches and pains
Step Up: Springs$60.00- What it adds
- A spring down each side, on the outside
- Support
- Enhanced
- Flexibility
- Moderate
- Best for
- Long days on your feet
Max Support: Hinges$70.00- What it adds
- Two hinges on each side
- Support
- The most we make
- Flexibility
- Moderate
- Best for
- High impact, and knees that feel loose side to side
Built Bigger: Big Bones$70.00- What it adds
- Full-height springs and a support stay front and back, designed to hold the top in place
- Support
- Enhanced
- Flexibility
- High
- Best for
- Larger thighs, and tops that roll down
They all start from the same sleeve
This is the part most people get wrong when they shop for a knee sleeve. They line up four options and try to work out which one is best. That's not how ours are built. There is one sleeve, the OG, and the other three are that same sleeve with support added on top. So the real question isn't which one is best. It's how much support do you actually need.
Why knitted instead of neoprene
Old-school neoprene braces were basically a wetsuit wrapped around your knee. You sweat harder in them, and once they were wet they slipped. The sleeve slid down, and if you were wearing a pad over the top, the pad slid over the sleeve. Ours are knitted. They breathe, they dry out fast, and the knit has enough texture that a pad sits on it and stays put instead of wobbling side to side.
Not sure how much support you need?
Start with the OG. It's what most people want and it's the one I reach for first. If you already know your knee needs more than compression, whether that's from instability, a heavy day on your feet, or a joint that doesn't like lateral movement, step up to Springs or Hinges. And if sleeves have rolled down on you before because of your thigh, go straight to Big Bones. That's the whole decision.
What every Old Bones knee sleeve does
Whichever one you pick, you're getting the same base layer. Firm, graduated, knitted compression that supports the joint, helps you feel where it is, and keeps you moving. Supportive wear, made for people who actually use their knees.
Graduated Compression
Knitted, not bulky. Supports the joint and helps you feel where it is.
Stays Where You Put It
A lining at the top grips to help keep the sleeve from sliding down mid-session.
Breathes and Dries Fast
Knit beats neoprene on a hot day, and it doesn't stay soaked.
Built to Last
Some riders are still on their original pair years later.
What to expect, whichever one you pick
- Day 1
Secure from the first time you put it on
Most people feel it right away. Firm knitted compression that holds the knee steady without getting in the way of moving.
- Week 1
Part of the routine
Most people stop thinking about it and just wear it. Many tell us their knee feels more secure and less unpredictable day to day.
- Week 2-4
Back to your thing
With regular wear, people tell us they push a little harder and second-guess the knee a little less. A session, a twelve-hour shift, or a long walk.
- Month 2+
Just part of the kit
The thing you reach for before you skate, ride, lift, or head out for a long day on your feet. Some riders are still on their original pair years later.
"I was pleased and surprised that this compression sleeve really works! It stays put. No sliding or stretching. No rolling down or twisting around! I also love the hot pink color I picked. It feels cool wearing it...not like I'm a medical patient."
"Very happy with my purchase. Sizing is right if you follow the instructions. I am walking all day for work so it is a lot easier on my knees. Got the ankle ones too/also great/"
"Great brace! I feel supported but also appreciate the mobility it provides"
"I have large calves and thighs and haven't been able to find sleeves in a store that I can fit. The Big Bones really came in clutch and I got them in time for a really important competition workout. Will definitely buy again!"
Individual results vary. Supportive wear, not a medical device.
Pick your level of support
Same sleeve underneath, four amounts of support. Measure your thigh at the fullest part rather than going off your pant size, and size up if you're between sizes or have curvier thighs. Not sure? Tap the sizing guide on any card. If the fit is not right, exchanges are always free.
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“The size was accurate, the style is sick, I’m not afraid to wear these with shorts. These are definitely worth a try!”
“Made extremely well and durable. Doesn't slip and move around during activities or working. Will buy again for sure!”
“I forgot my knee sleeves for work yesterday. Would have been a Significantly improved day had I remembered. I have two pair now so it’s extra sad that I managed that. They keep me moving, and will be getting other pieces for my increasingly needy bone carrier. (Me body)”
“I'm 64 years old with bad everything from skateboarding since '74. These knee sleeves have allowed me to keep skateboarding well into my 60's.”
“I bought the knee brace with springs prior to a family trip to Disney World. A week of walking adding up to 77 miles. If I didn't have this brace then it would not have been possible. 10/10 recommend to everyone.”
“I will start by saying that I was a skeptic, I own quite a few knee braces and never really got the movement and confidence with other braces like I got with these, would recommend hundred percent worth the money. just do it and don’t look back. A skateboarder in my late 50’s”
“I love these knee braces after a couple years of daily use I wore them out and I am replacing them with the exact same ones I purchased the first time I bought from you guys and I would recommend them to my friends & family who are looking for something similar.🤙”
“LOVE this brace so much I bought a second one immediately😂 I’m a stretchy jointed human, and these really help on bad knee days. I’ve gotten a ton of compliments already with one pink brace, and one purple one 💜💕”
Common questions
What's the actual difference between the OG and the others?
Which one should I get if I'm not sure?
Why are your springs on the outside?
Do these fit under pads?
How do I measure?
Your knees do the work. Give them the right amount of help.
Pick your sleeveOld Bones Therapy makes supportive wear, not medical devices. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or injury. Not protective equipment and not a substitute for it. Individual results vary. If you have a diagnosed knee condition or a recent injury, talk to your doctor about what's right for you.
You made it to the bottom. Respect.
So here's a little something extra. I sat down with Jeff Hedges, aka FFEJ, who runs our warehouse and has been with Old Bones since before day one. We got into where the OG came from, and why we went with a knitted sleeve instead of the old-school neoprene braces we all grew up wearing. Same ramp, same table.
Alright, go pick your sleeve