My shamrock thigh pad arrived yesterday and I used it in a practice session last night. Very comfy, took a couple of hits on it last night as I batted badly but didn't feel a thing. Didn't run in it much but it felt secure so I'm sure it'll be fine to run in.
Overall a really good thigh pad as others have said, I'd definitely recommend them and if all the shamrock gear is as good as this I'll be looking to buy more in future - had my eyes on the moulded pads on eBay but after john alerting the forum to these I reckon there will be a bidding frenzy.