TIME MAGAZINE says LE CARBON APPAREL is an "AMAZING INVENTION"!
Time Magazine's annual "Most Amazing Inventions of the Year" issue appeared on the stands today and Cannondale's LE Carbon collection of cycling apparel has been recognized as one of 2005's coolest inventions. Cannondale utilizes TrapTek™ technology to imbed their proprietary QuadTex fabric with activated carbon made from coconut shells. This activated carbon provides Cannondale's LE Carbon apparel with exceptional moisture management and odor adsorption characteristics.
"Cannondale is recognized for improving performance through profound innovation. Part of our process is solving problems. We focused our efforts on eliminating the excessive trapped moisture that comes with vigorous exercise, and eliminating the associated odor by using TrapTek Carbon technology." says Phillip Sporidis, General Manager for Cannondale Apparel and Accessories. "Cycling is the perfect application for TrapTek Carbon and Cannondale has an exclusive on the technology."
When the body heats up, Quadtex Carbon's MicroClimate™ activates, with 45% better moisture transfer than most fabrics. It keeps a body cool during hot days and heats up during colder ones. This revolutionary new fabric also traps odor during physical activity. The odor is "adsorbed" along with bacteria and is only released during a normal wash and dry cycle, during which the carbon re-activates itself again for another ride. Cannondale LE Apparel also boasts UV protection with an SPF rating of 50+.
"As cyclists ourselves, our goal is always to make the experience better. Our Cannondale LE Carbon collection does just that. We designed a collection of performance cycling apparel that utilizes carbon technology strategically from head to sock." says Sporidis
Look for the whole line of Cannondale shirts, shorts, gloves, and socks in Spring 2006 at leading bicycle retailers. For a sneak preview go to Traptek.com or Cannondale.com. To view all of the Time magazine "Coolest Inventions of the year" go to TIME MAGAZINE.com
Want to know more about the up and coming LE CARBON Apparel line? Click into this LE CARBON PREVIEW and be sure to visit your local Cannondale Retailer this spring to see, touch and experience it for yourself.
11/14/2005
