Centa Competition bib shorts
For the most demanding athletes who want the maximum in performance, muscle support, gradual compression and muscle recovery Centa created Competition Bib Shorts. An ultra minimal design bib short with an extra tight fit and an ultra compact 4 density hybrid cell pad.
Features
Soft tape
Soft touch anti-friction ribbons have been added to the edges on the waistband.
Laser finish
Laser cut leg bottoms that guarantee aerodynamics and comfort. The ultra-light silicone soft grip inserts in support of the ladder proof fabric keeping the bibs steady during cycling without creating discomfort, creases and chafing.
Visibility
To increase the visibility and the safety, reflective logos and other elements placed on the back of the leg have been added.
Long leg
For added aerodynamics, the leg is slightly longer than traditional bib shorts.
Economic shoulder straps
Like the rest of the bib shorts, the bib straps have been calibrated to your riding position: light and with reduced elasticity in the rear area in combination with the X-Panel to stabilize both the pad and the shorts during cycling and to avoid chafing during intense performance. This model features antibacterial-anti-odor silver threads placed on the inner side to maintain a clean, minimal design. The conductive ability of the silver distributes heat along the fibers, dissipating sweat and heat and decreasing the drying time.
X lumbar
The braces interact with each other through the X-junction on the back with low elasticity made of soft, perforated and breathable material. In this way the bib tights remain stable but without chafing because the tensions are distributed respecting the harmony of the body’s movements. Combined with the ladder-proof compact fabric, the braces create compression zones to support the lumbar and gluteal muscles.
Composition
- Main 51% Polyamide 48% Elastane 1% Silver
- Insert 77% Polyamide 23% Elastane
UV protection UPF 50+
The fabric is equipped with a protection factor that protects against UV rays (UPF 50+).
Technologies
Seat pad
The pads have been designed by Centa after careful studies of the anatomy of the human body with a particular focus on comfort. Centa analysed the contact and pressure points with the saddle, i.e. the ischial-perineal area, on people with different anatomical conformation and in the most varied conditions of sporting performance: during training, competition, medium and long distances and on routes with different characteristics. This allowed to develop, in collaboration with the Italian company Cytech (Elastic Interface), pads with a three-dimensional construction, consisting of various levels of thickness of ultralight foam with an open cell structure, breathable, variable density and with memory. A single thermoformed piece on which the foams have been suitably distributed according to the points of friction and pressure with the saddle. When pedaling, these foams absorb the shocks and energy exerted on the perineal area by compressing and recovering their original shape.
Competition pad
The competition pad is the most compact in terms of footprint, and is ideal for those who want maximum performance and muscle recovery. Its particular structure improves blood flow and reduces pressure in the perineal area, cushioning shocks and micro-vibrations. The stability and the fit on the saddle are guaranteed by the anatomical construction consisting of a central channel specific for the male anatomy, gradual transition areas on the surface and four different densities. All layers are breathable, in hybrid cell foam that channels and expels excess sweat. This new type of foam has a unique elastic recovery that quickly returns to its original shape after being compressed, and a density so high that it is extremely thin, light and wear resistant. The first high-density layer is spread over the entire pad. The second one is laser-perforated for ventilation and the medium density one, overlaps the first, protecting the ischial area. The last layer of medium density instead adds to the first in the perineal area.
The whole is covered with a bacteriostatic fabric with integrated carbon thread made of recycled polyamides and polyesters that work on different levels to reduce the points of the contact surface in favor of micro-channels for air circulation. With this technology, the skin is protected from overheating without sacrificing comfort because the softer polyamide, remains on the surface preventing chafing and irritation while the polyester, at the lower level, allows better management of the sweat. Both materials feature a hydrophilic treatment to support moisture wicking.
Black on Black Aero
CENTA logos are printed black on black, with no embossing to avoid compromising aerodynamics and minimal design.
Perfect Ergonomic Fit
The entire set of bib shorts has been studied during the rider’s riding position to leave nothing to chance. The fabric itself has different densities depending on its functionality: the seams in the pelvic area and the positioning of the pad have been analyzed and tested to ensure maximum muscular support and total freedom of movement during performance, reducing pressure in sensitive areas.
Minimal Seams and Panels
The seams have been reduced to a minimum and positioned to create functional bib shorts with a clean, minimalist design. To increase comfort in the abdominal area, applied a soft, ultra-light fabric addition.
1CC# MID-HIGH Compression fabric: Light Resistent Aerodynamic Transpirant
The fabric of the overalls is ladderproof, high-density, ultra-light, breathable, aerodynamic and odour-neutralising. It is not the knitted fabric found in the most common sportswear whose elasticity is due to the sagging of the knit itself, but a more high-performance one with a solid structure, constant and homogeneous elasticity on all 4 sides due to the interlacing of high-fine yarns. An anti-pilling material, resistant to tearing and abrasion, especially in the saddle area, which maintains its characteristics over time.
Mid-High Graded Compression Fabric
An ultra-light, compact fabric with mid-high compression and suitable for the most demanding cyclists in terms of performance and recovery of dissipated energy. A hidden silver thread is inserted in the yarn.
Hidden Silver
Inside the bib shorts, in the muscle area, there is a silver thread known for its antibacterial, antistatic and conductive properties. While it protects the muscles from electromagnetic interference, it also has the property of distributing heat throughout the fabric without creating areas of accumulation and facilitating the dissipation of sweat to the outside. This wire has been inserted in the inner part for a functional reason, but also aesthetically to make it externally invisible. Compared to carbon, silver wire has a higher thermal conductivity.
Dry & Density
Managing thermoregulation is a key aspect of sports performance, which is why after numerous tests in extreme weather and sweating conditions, centa identified the most suitable three-dimensional fabric structure that would allow sweat to be transferred from the skin to the outside. However, this was not sufficient as the high density of the fabric, necessary for muscle support and compression, tended to accumulate too much sweat, slowing down air drying. In addition, Centa added a water-repellent treatment at the yarn level, which speeded up the transfer of sweat from the skin to the outside, through the fibres, ensuring breathability, dissipating heat, excessive perspiration and related weight. Equally important properties due to this treatment are light rain protection and quick drying.
Stealth Compression
The 'second skin' that surrounds the quadriceps muscle is characterised by an intrinsic compression structure along the entire circumference, which provides greater stability. Compression bands with fibres at different density levels have been distributed in the leg tube: narrower at the bottom near the knee and gradually widening at the top. This 'funnel' structure has a comfortable fit that promotes blood circulation and reduces fatigue. The design is not compromised because the bands are completely invisible and can only be glimpsed by the most experienced eye against the light.