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Performance Without Toxicity

A recent exhibition shows the “future of performance wear” doesn’t have to mean worse-performing cycling kit in a post-PFAs world

The Performance Without Toxicity exhibition is showing how innovators are proving that high-performance clothing can still deliver comfort, protection, and durability while reducing toxic exposure and supporting human health

Sun, Apr 26, 2026 09:00
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The present and future of cutting-edge cycling clothing

The present and future of cutting-edge cycling clothing — from waterproofing to 3D-printing, here’s everything you need to know about your gear in 2026 and beyond

What really goes into the chamois pad in your shorts, and is a genuine like-for-like replacement for your PFAS-laden waterproof jacket coming soon? We spoke to numerous industry leaders to get the lowdown on the latest tech

Mon, Dec 29, 2025 09:00
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Polartec AirCore kit in action November 2025

Polartec’s new AirCore fabric ushers in new era for breathable, weatherproof cycling clothing that doesn’t employ PFAS chemicals. We look at some of the first garments to use it

With non-eco-friendly PFAS-based chemicals falling out of favour, cycle clothing manufacturers have had to look to other innovations to create high performing products. In Polartec’s new AirCore fabric, there's a smart new solution

Wed, Nov 19, 2025 14:20
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2025 Castelli Perfetto RoS 3 jacket Polartec AirCore montage

“Re-writing the gold standard of what high-performance cycling gear can do”: Castelli unveils first clothing made with Polartec’s “revolutionary” AirCore fabric

Italian brand says its new Perfetto RoS 3 jacket “revolutionises breathable protection”, promising windproofing, water resistance and next-level breathability

Mon, Sep 08, 2025 22:00
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