Potato-potahto.

Worked well for me, stay up well, haven't blown out, and have taken some decent falls without shredding.

For the burlier days, I've a pair of Ion K-Lite Zips. Very comfy. Not...

I really like these/
https://www.troyleedesigns.com/5400-knee-guards-short?quantity=1&color=7

They split the difference between some of the hard shell and soft minimal protection stuff. Also...