RESEARCH
& DEVELOPMENT
To achieve the best solution that would eliminate recurring deep abrasions on the body from the cycling scene, much research and development was required. Not only because it was a unique project but also because of the many requirements that cycling bibshorts must meet.
At the University of Antwerp, four students, the initial founders of Velusta, got to know each other during their Engineering studies. During 'The Company' classes, they worked together for 4 years on a solution to reduce abrasions in cycling. After several studies, the belief grew to work with multiple layers to protect the body. For this, the protection had to be flexible, light, but also breathable. A business case was also developed to eventually go from concept to prototype.
With the above in mind, they extensively tested different materials and patterns to come up with the best solution for the cyclist.
