Sports Apparel

The flexibility and breathability of this protective textile allow it to be integrated into close fitting sport garments worn close to the skin. Following the contours of the body, DEFLEXION™ protective textiles allow the player good fit, comfort, movement, and thermal management. Examples include base layers such as shorts and T-shirts. DEFLEXION™ protective textiles can also be integrated into outer layer garments such as motorcycling suits for significantly improved impact protection.

DEFLEXION™ protection solutions can be incorporated into garments wherever impact protection is needed: elbows, knees, chest, back, hips, knees, thighs, shoulders etc. The breathability and flexibility of the S-Range makes it particularly suitable for garments worn under warm conditions or for long periods of time. The material can be sewn right into uniforms, such as for goalkeeper pants and jerseys, and provides impact protection without limiting crucial freedom of movement. The S-Range textiles are also washable and do not lose effectiveness despite repeated use or exposure to temperature extremes.

Case study: Rukka motorcycle gear

Rukka is a Finnish company, founded in 1950, which develops, manufactures and markets technical and functional garments made from high-quality materials for leisure activities. Rukka is one of the leading providers of motorcycle fashions in Europe and has always been an innovator in protective riding apparel.

DEFLEXION™ technology is used in Rukka’s Anatomic line of protective motorcycle garments. The vital areas of the body are protected by a perfectly fitting vest, which is closed with a zipper. The protector material does an excellent job of diffusing impact, but in normal conditions it moulds itself tight according to the user's body and movements. The same material is also used for the back, shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee/shin protectors.

Rukka proudly asserts that this is the only patented, CE approved protector that meets the CE norm EN 1621-1 and functions properly in all weather conditions. They are extremely pleased with the following benefits to their customers from using DEFLEXION™ protection textiles:

• High impact protection with great flexibility
• Active safety regardless of the weather
• Breathable and cooler to wear due to improved air flow
• Meet the EN 1621-1 standard for motorcycle protective wear

DEFLEXION™ impact protection materials have allowed Rukka to design motorcycle apparel with integrated body protection that offers improved comfort and performance for all who wear its gear.

Learn more on the Rukka web site.