ION supplies equipment to passionate athletes who seek and love challenges and adventures in nature. This Austrian company develops bike clothing and equipment which is not only innovative and technically sophisticated but also expresses the special attitude of these adventurous people with the unique ION design.
Cycling wear from ION
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From neoprene to the trail
ION's roots in water sports show in the products: looser cuts, bold colors, and materials you know more from the water than from a road bike.
Which line fits which cycling style
If you pedal uphill a lot, you are better off with the lighter version. If you ride mostly downhill, you benefit from the thicker material at the knee and seat. At Bobshop, ION carries knee protectors, among other products. They are built light and breathable and made for multi-hour trails and enduro training.
Choosing protectors the right way
Besides the protection class (Level 1 or 2 per EN 1621-1), fit matters most: a knee pad that slips protects the wrong spot. Measure the circumference above and below the knee and go by the size chart instead of your usual clothing size. Soft pads are more comfortable on long tours than hard shells.
If you wear protectors for the first time, break them in on flat terrain before your first longer descent. What fits while standing can chafe after twenty minutes of pedaling. Bike shorts are worn over them, so it is worth trying on both together.
