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5 Posts in this encyclopedia categoryCarbon Underwear - SIXS
Original Carbon Underwear®: is the patented fabric that makes our garments unique; the precise blend of technical fibers and distinctive weaving stitch ideally come together to create a fabric designed to help athletes attain a level of comfort never before experienced during their sports activities. For a more detailed explanation "to the lexicon".
Certification of motorbike boots and protectors
The certification is divided into four areas, each of which is tested individually. Therefore, the test mark of the boots also has four individual targets, i.e. levels, e.g: Level 1 1 1 1, where 1 is the lowest and 2 is the highest level. These 4 areas are roughly subdivided. The first number indicates the shaft height, the second the impact abrasion resistance, the third the drop cut resistance and the fourth the lateral stiffness. For more information to the Lexicon.
Certification of motorbike jackets and trousers
Clothing is generally categorised into three classes. Class A (light), Class AA (medium) and Class AAA (heavy), with the latter offering the highest level of protection. To determine the resistance class, the garments in the different zones are subjected to an abrasion test at different speeds: Zone 1 is the most exposed zone, traditionally covered by rigid protectors, and includes shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. Zone 2 covers the arms, back, buttocks and the outside of the legs. Zone 3 is the least vulnerable to impact and abrasion: this includes the chest, abdomen, inside of the arms and the inside and back of the legs. For more information to the Lexicon.
Coolmax®
In short, the innovative Coolmax® system is your air conditioning in the wash. Coolmax® is a registered trademark of the company ADVANSA. This company is the European leader in the production of polyester fibres. However, Coolmax® occupies a special position in the field of polyester fibres, because the surface area of Coolmax® fibres is up to 25% larger than normal polyester fibres. This has the advantage that the moisture produced by perspiration is wicked away much faster and better to the outside. Moisture is wicked away by capillary force. The sweat caused by movement moves up the fibres by capillary force and is thus optimally wicked away. Coolmax® is known for its effective moisture management and excellent breathability.
Cordura® Denim / Cordura®
CORDURA® DENIM is made from a special blend of military-grade INVISTA T420 nylon 6.6 staple fibre and cotton, giving it an authentic denim look and feel with high abrasion resistance and toughness. CORDURA® is also breathable and has stretch properties that give you maximum freedom of movement while remaining super comfortable, whether you're on or off the bike. Due to its authentic denim look, the material can also pass as clothing from your favourite fashion brand. Nevertheless, its strength makes it absolutely street-ready. CORDURA® is a trademarked collection of fabrics based on synthetic fibres (nylon) used in a wide range of products such as backpacks, motorbike protective clothing, workwear, harnesses and functional clothing. It is quick-drying and water-repellent, so that moisture rolls off. In contrast to cotton, polyester and conventional nylon, Cordura has a significantly higher abrasion resistance. The fabric is often used for military and work clothing, i.e. where clothing has to withstand a lot.