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Protective clothing brand G-Form has introduced a new triple matte black colourway to the Pro-X3 range in the UK, which is now available for stores to retail.
This is a style update and it effects the shin, knee and elbow pads.
The Pro-X line has been available for since 2014, with the Pro-X3 series introduced in 2021.
The Pro-X3 range features upgraded material and coverage on knee, elbow, and shin guards, and a short liner.
Specific to the Pro-X3 knee guards, the pad size is increased, and comfort enhanced by the addition of a ventilated inner foam layer. And, as an added measure of security, grippers at the top and bottom keep the sleeves and pads in place.
The Pro-X3 elbow guards feature enhanced coverage and a ventilated pad system and the shin guards offer protection from pedal strikes or crashes.
Described by the brand as the “all-day, everyday pads,” the Pro-X3 line is designed for every rider in mind; from beginners, to veterans, and anyone in between.
Body-mapped, impact-absorbing SmartFlex™ pads layered on top of a ventilated, soft inner foam layer allowing for maximum protection, comfort and breathability.
Key features
• Grippers at the top and bottom of compression sleeves keep guards in place
• Moisture-wicking fabric to keep you dry
• CE EN 14120:2003+A1 impact with CE 1621 coverage
• Lightweight, low-profile pads that move with you
• Machine-washable without compromising protection
What is SmartFlex™?
The revolutionary SmartFlex technology has hinge-like flexibility, allowing “uninhibited freedom of motion, and they harden on impact, providing outstanding protection”. The waterproof pads seal out water and foam-eroding perspiration – and they’re machine washable.
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Expansion in the UK market remains a priority for G-Form.
Following the announcement that the brand would be distributed by Oxford, in March last year, the company’s VP for international sales Scott Chesney said: “The expansion of the UK market is a primary focus for G-Form.
“We believe that partnering with Oxford Products at the same time as we are rapidly developing our product line, will give G-Form the focus and regional expertise required to become a leading brand in the protection space.”
For more information, retailers are advised to contact their Oxford sales representative.
