Scott Sports uses DEFLEXION in new line
Dow Corning Corporation has announced that DEFLEXION material, a patent-pending protective textile, is used by Swiss sportswear company Scott Sports in its new line of winter sports gear. DEFLEXION technology, a silicone-based material that shields the body from the force of external impact, was showcased in new Scott Flex back protectors that were recently showcased at ispo (6-9 February, Munich, Germany).
As a performance textile and impact-absorbing material in one, DEFLEXION technology is designed to protect without the added bulk and stiffness of traditional padding. It can be cut and sewn directly into clothing, eliminating the need to insert uncomfortable padding.
The new back protectors are designed to provide skiers and winter sports enthusiasts with a comfortable protective solution that performs even in sub-zero temperatures. Dow Corning claims that DEFLEXION technology adds a breathable protective layer to Scott Flex back protectors without sacrificing comfort or flexibility. In addition to the high-impact protection layer made from DEFLEXION material, the Scott Flex features adjustable chest straps, removable and adjustable leg loops, and hip belts with hook-and-loop closures.
“We’re thrilled to have DEFLEXION technology featured in Scott Flex,” said Liz Mallen, business development manager for Dow Corning. “Winter sports are an ideal application for DEFLEXION material. The skier will experience the breathable nature of DEFLEXION technology and the performance and suppleness it brings at below freezing temperatures.”
