Opedix says university study backs up its claims about ski tights
08/12/2015
Opedix partnered with the university’s Human Dynamics Laboratory during the 2014-15 ski season to examine the mechanics behind the way the tights work.
Using slalom race simulations and wireless sensor technology, the study, conducted with nine athletes from the university’s alpine ski team, showed that racers wearing Knee-Tec 2.0 tights were able to achieve greater hip flexion at the initiation of the turn, resulting in a 10-degree greater edge angle, as well as 17% less quadriceps activation to steer the skis. Athletes wearing Opedix tights saw peak knee torque reduced by 16%.
“Athletes were able to complete the turn phase faster, with reduced effort and less load on their joints,” said the brand’s vice-president for business development, Brian Cousins. “This research proves what we have known all along: Knee-Tec 2.0 tights can help you have a better day on the mountain.”
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