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BOA® Innovations: Elevating Cycling Performance

In the realm of cycling, every second counts, and BOA® is committed to ensuring that cyclists achieve their best performance. Celebrating 25 years of innovation, BOA® has introduced new findings that promise to enhance the performance of cycling shoes while also unveiling its FS2 helmet fit system. The company collaborates closely with top-tier cycling brands to provide superior fit in footwear and headgear, supporting cyclists with improved starts and powerful finishes.

For road cyclists and mountain bikers alike, this means accelerated speed, enhanced power transfer, improved energy efficiency, stability, and control. These performance enhancements accumulate over time, leading to quicker results. The insights gathered from BOA®'s Human Performance Fit Lab (HPFL) reaffirm the invaluable role of exceptional fit across all sports. When compared to traditional shoelaces, the BOA® fit system and BOA®-enabled wrap construction facilitate more efficient acceleration, yielding net power enhancements of 3 watts at the start and 7 watts at the finish—potentially reducing rider finish times by up to 1.5%. This impact surpasses even the aerodynamic differences associated with shoe design.

Notably, a secure and consistent fit is vital for stability and control, enabling riders to maintain higher speeds across diverse terrains and lengthy rides. For instance, during an hour-long climb with an average gradient of 7.5%, using the BOA® fit system could save cyclists as much as a minute and a half.

As BOA® athletes gear up for race day, a sense of confidence and focus becomes essential. Kasia Niewiadoma, of Team Canyon//SRAM Zondacrypto, shares, "During training and racing, I adjust my BOA® dial. As I approach an uphill or a critical moment, I tighten the dial to prevent slippage within my shoes, ensuring that power is transferred directly to the pedals."

Compared to traditional lacing systems, BOA®'s fit system offers various advantages for both road cycling and downhill mountain biking:

• - Road Cycling: Up to 3% improvement in power transfer, 1.5% enhancement in energy efficiency, and up to 3.5% increase in speed.
• - Downhill Mountain Biking: Up to 3% boost in power transfer, 4% improvement in stability and control, and 3.5% speed increase.

Building on proven performance, BOA® has further evolved helmet fit with its next-gen FS2 dial platform. Designed for maximum precision, the FS2 features Dynamic360™ micro-adjustability, allowing athletes to fine-tune their helmet fit with intuitive tightening and loosening mechanisms. The FS2 allows for 40% finer adjustments than previous fit systems, enabling athletes to achieve precision fit with millimeter-level accuracy.

Developed after extensive testing at the BOA® Human Performance Fit Lab (HPFL), the FS2 promotes a more even fit and reduces pressure points, providing a refined and personalized experience. Its adaptive, low-friction race-based system envelops the head evenly, balancing tension while mitigating peak pressure, achieving a 6% stronger hold compared to traditional systems. The innovative design, featuring split yokes and frontal guides, secures the occipital bone and stabilizes the sides of the head, offering true custom fit for various head shapes. Unlike conventional helmet systems that concentrate pressure on the front and back of the head, the FS2 disperses tension evenly, ensuring a safer and uniform fit. An environmentally conscious choice, the FS2 dial platform incorporates 36% recycled materials, reflecting BOA®'s commitment to responsible design without compromising performance.

"BOA®'s journey began in 2001 in Steamboat, Colorado, providing innovations that deliver superior fit, performance, and comfort for snowboard boots. Today, 25 years later, BOA® supports approximately 275 million athletes and workers in over 80 countries, partnering with some of the world’s leading sports and workwear brands," states Sean Nevil, CEO of BOA® Technology.

For 25 years, BOA® has continuously championed innovation through enhancements in fit and performance for elite athletes worldwide. BOA® continues to expand human performance limits by delivering superior fit solutions that empower riders to adjust their gear and ride with confidence—pushing the edge of what is possible.

Introduction to FS2 – Dynamic360™ Helmet Fit System

The BOA® FS2 – Dynamic360™ helmet fit system offers adjustable and precision fit capabilities, significantly reducing pressure points while enhancing overall fit quality.

• - 36% Recycled Material Utilized

Fine Adjustment Made Easy

Simply rotate the dial clockwise or counterclockwise for millimeter-precision tightening and loosening adjustments.

Vertical Fit Adjustment Feature

With an adjustable yoke ladder, the system allows 11 vertical positions at 4mm increments, ensuring optimal fit according to head shape.

Durability

Crafted from high-quality materials, the FS2 has undergone rigorous testing, ensuring it performs exceptionally in harsh conditions.

Components of the BOA® Fit System

• - FS2 Dial: The FS2 dial platform allows for 40% finer adjustments than traditional systems while providing precision dual-direction adjustments for a perfect fit.
• - FS2 Yoke: This design securely holds the occipital bone and envelops the sides of the head, offering a safe and personalized fit. Featuring a lightweight design at just 19g, the yoke also boasts a ladder mechanism with 11 vertical adjustment levels at 4mm increments.
• - FS2 Frontal Guide: This guide aligns with the Dynamic360™ fit to enhance pressure distribution.
• - TX1.2 Lace: The TX1.2 lace, made from low-friction textile, conforms to various head shapes while ensuring reliable precision fit across extreme weather conditions.

In conclusion, the BOA® fit system provides cyclists with unparalleled solutions to ever-increasing performance demands. By delivering adjustable precision fits while reducing pressure points, BOA® enables improved speed, power transfer, energy efficiency, stability, and control—all essential components for achieving cycling success.