Why it is advisable to wear pants and culottes
Cycling pants and culottes are important in any of its modalities on a regular basis. These garments not only fulfill a function of comfort, but also for physiological reasons that affect the health and well-being of the cyclist.
Its use is very important to protect the entire perianal area and turn sports into fun.
This garment is very important to a large extent because of the element called the pad and which is a kind of sponge or padded part that is located under the perianal area. It is an anatomical part, specially designed to absorb vibrations, shocks and reduce friction between the pedaling saddle and the ischial tuberosity.
What material are they made of?
There are gel pads, active carbon, silicone, coolmax, viscoelastic silicone, among other materials.
Types of pants and culottes
To choose suitable cycling pants and culottes you have to look at:
- The type of seams and the finishes of the culotte sleeves are two parts to take into account. The flatter and fewer seams you have, the better the culotte will be.
- Just like the seams, the laser-cut finishes and the finishes with rubber or silicone dot inserts are important.
- The braces should be as light as possible, with a recommended mesh and that provide us with comfort, these are the main characteristics that good braces should have.
