Greenville, S.C., March 8, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hincapie Sportswear has introduced its Spring 2012 line for cyclists and triathletes. The line, which includes new options as well as updated choices, makes use of Resistex® carbon fabric, which lowers body temperature and lactic acid, comfortable lightweight mesh, and innovative coldblack® technology that enables dark fabric to reflect light the same way as white material.
Hincapie Sportswear's Spring 2012 line captures the essence of George Hincapie, whose 19 years of professional cycling accomplishments, including assisting in nine Tour de France victories, makes him uniquely qualified to know what works and doesn’t work in cycling apparel. The company also is in tune with triathletes thanks to Morgan Zornes, a two-time Ironman finisher, who is Hincapie Sportswear's Director of Technical Development. This firsthand knowledge of cycling and triathlons is why the Spring 2012 line mirrors Hincapie's philosophy of proving apparel with the quality and technical function for athletes to perform at their best. Here are a few highlights from the Spring 2012 line:
- George Signature Jersey for men is now made from VenTech™ Stretch Mesh panels, which provide unprecedented freedom of movement and comfort. The collar also has been redesigned using laser cutting for enhanced comfort, creating a seamless neck that eliminates bulky stitching next to the skin. Designers also added a zipper garage at the top while Resistex® carbon panels incorporated into the design help lower temperature, heart rate and lactic acid concentration in muscles
- Gran Premio Jersey and Short for men & women uses the same fabric, construction and patterns worn by the BMC Racing Team. With an emphasis on aerodynamics and comfort, the designers utilized elastic TourTrek™ fabric that hugs the body to reduce drag and Accelerator™ stretch mesh that provides flexible ventilation and quick-drying performance. The soft, aerating power stretch Diamond Mesh™ upper dries quickly to help regulate temperature
- Women's Jet Jersey, a new addition to the Hincapie Sportswear line, is not your typical women's cycling attire. Unlike many women's jersey's, the Jet Jersey’s style is a departure from typical color pallets and designed with a more neutral black and while color scheme. It features a technical approach and a sleeker design with an emphasis on performance including MeshTek™ Technology for temperature regulation
- Power Short and Bibshort for men and women were introduced in 2011 and quickly became one of Hincapie Sportswear’s more popular offerings. The shorts utilize AT2 Force™ Lycra® Power and the Hincapie Metric Chamois, plus coldblack® technology
- T2 Triathlon Collection with top, bottom and skinsuit is the result of Hincapie Sportswear’s enhanced focus on triathlon race apparel. Made from durable, 225g AT2 Tour™ Lycra® Power, the T2 tops and bottoms provide compressive support to stabilize muscles in multisport activities for ultimate race day comfort
Hincapie Sportswear has also incorporated many leading edge fabrics and technologies to achieve superior fit, function and performance. These include:
- Coldblack® technology is used in Hincapie Sportswear's black bottom shorts and bibshorts including the Emergence, Metric, Performer and Power Bib shorts. The coldblack® finish provides heat management by reflecting heat away from dark textiles; providing a surface that is always cool to the touch and 50+ UPF sun protection
- AT2 Tour™ Lycra® Power provides a supple yet durable fit that moves with your body while retaining shape and firmness. At 225gsm this fabric is the perfect blend of compressive support and performance, along with 50+ UPF sun protection. The material is used for the Equipe Bibshort, T2 Tri Top & Bottom and T2 Tri Skinsuit.
- Eschler Dimplex™ is a Polyester/Lycra® blended fabric with specially textured surface proven to minimize wind resistance in wind tunnel testing. This coveted fabric is technologically superior in enhancing speed and performance when placed strategically on the men’s and womens’ Equipe Jersey, Gran Premio Jersey, Crestline Jersey, Emergence TT Skinsuit, Equipe Bibshort, Gran Premio Bibshort
- MeshTek™ Technology in PowerCore Baselayers is made from recycled coffee beans joined with polyester and spandex. The material blend creates a smooth, aerating tricot mesh that stretches four ways, with advanced eyelet technology for moisture management and temperature regulation.
Hincapie Sportswear’s line features accessories including multiple weight socks and gloves, as well as gear bags and a line of casual denim attire for off the bike style.
For more information visit www.Hincapie.com, www.Facebook.com/HincapieSportswear, and Twitter.com/HincapieSports.
About
Hincapie Sportswear is a family-owned manufacturer of premium road cycling and casual apparel for consumers, teams and clubs. Led by Rich and George Hincapie, the company offers complete consumer and custom cycling clothing lines for men and women, and is the cycling apparel sponsor to the BMC Racing Team and select triathletes.
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