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1. Chamois pad: The best importance of
protecting yourself during the biking
The secret of the human body when cycling
Author: hualiancyclingpad

2. Of the three points of rider-bicycle interface – hands, feet and perineal/
ischial area – the latter is definitely the one that suffers most from
problems associated with compression and friction of the anatomy in this
area.
The perineal area is bordered by the pubic symphysis at the front, the
coccyx below and by the two ischial tuberosities on either side. It could be
thought of as a rhombus that contains the external genital organs. The
two bones detectable beneath the gluteal muscles are the ischial
tuberosities.

3. So which problems do cyclits experience in the
perineal area?
THESE PROBLEMS CAN AFFECT NERVES AND CIRCULATION.
Nerve problems arise because as the thigh goes back during the pedalling action, the pudendal nerve is
stretched; if not properly protected this can lead to numbness in the lower limbs and genitals.
Circulatory problems arise because the weight of the body moving on the saddle can cause arterial
insufficiency.
This impedes the flow of blood, and therefore oxygen, throughout the entire perineal area and to the
genitals, possibly resulting in dysfunction and inflammation. However, we have seen how nerve
compression and the phenomenon of reduced blood flow depend on the rider’s position as well as, on the
type of saddle and cycling pad used. For example, an upright position reduces the blood flow more than
an extended position.So modifying the shape of the saddle, (e.g. perforated in the centre), and using
special cycling pads can help maintain adequate blood flow to the genitals while cycling.
COMFORT IN EVERY DETAIL
Hualian cycling pad technology: Our system of patented multi-density
and multi-tiered padding optimizes riding comfort,blood flow and
athlete performance while dampening vibration.
1.Computer pressure map tesing allows us to fine tune the
location,thickness and desity of padding at critical contact points [the
tuberosities or sit bones] for optimat short and long distance riding
comfort.
2.New foam technology allows for a 35% lighter and thinner chamois
with the same protection and comfort.

4. Protect yourself for pervention protect
yourself for better performance
Data obtained in our laboratories confirms how even small
alterations to the saddle position translate into improved
symmetry in the down stroke, improved cycling output and
reduced oxygen consumption at a constant wattage.
Kinematic analysis has highlighted how the saddle position
influences the movements of the athlete’s pelvis, shoulder
rotation and swing of the trunk and arms; these
movements reduce the efficiency of the athlete’s actions
and increasing oxygen consumption at the same speed.
By using the same saddle, it was shown that an adequate
cycling pad which provides adequate support in areas
anatomically more susceptible to pressure and friction
encourages a stable posture on the saddle and enables
improved performance.
The potential advantages of a high-performance saddle
risk being reduced or invalidated unless there is good
support between the saddle and the body capable of
ensuring adequate reduction of the pressure in sensitive
perinal areas, susceptible to mechanical injuries.
If a cycling pad is to perform properly.
It should fulfill the following
requirements:
·Well-balanced
elasticity
It should have
elasticity that adapts
to the shorts fabric
and to the
movement of the
cyclist.
·Varide density
it should have
different densities to
provide different
levels of protection
and support fer
different areas the
body.
·Correct positioning
The different densities and
thicknesses need to be correcity
positioned according to precise
anthropometric parameters
Hualian is the brand that first introduced the market to the ELASTIC CYCLING PAD
designed for maximum comfort on the saddle. The elasticity enables the pad to
perfectly follow and adapt to the legs in motion during every pedal stroke. In today’s
cycling world, Hualian now represents the pinnacle of innovation and scientific
research for improved comfort.
Hualian is also the brand that first introduced science into cycling pad design, by
conducting research in conjunction with the University of Padua and testing performed
on amateur and professional cyclists around the world. As a result of this research,
Hualian cycling pads respect specific anthropometric parameters and use exclusive
materials that are skin compatible.

5. The cycling pad's crucial role:The fabric Foams and manufacturing that
make the difference.
The fabrics,padding foams,and know-how of an industry leader make the
difference when engineering normal and performance cycling pads.
• A GOOD FABRIC for cycling
pads must be soft to reduce
friction when it comes into contact
with the skin, and have just the
right degree of elasticity to
perfectly follow and adapt to
motion during every pedal stroke.
A good fabric needs to let the skin
breathe, preventing reddening
and rashes caused by
overheating. Skin can easily
lacerate when it is soaked with
sweat. This is why the ability to
transport sweat to the outside,
known as hydrophilicity, is
another very important
characteristic for a fabric. If
sweat passes through the contact
surface, the skin dries faster and
lacerates less. Colour fastness to
washing and sweat also prevents
skin irritations and allergies.
• The FOAMS (padding) play a
fundamental role in a cycling
pad’s performance: padding
provides cushioning, protecting
against knocks and vibrations. If
they are to be effective, they
need:
• an adequate density and
weight capacity for good
cushioning;
• a good elastic memory so the
cycling pad does not deform with
wear;
• good breathability for less
sweat;
• enough softness to better
adapt to the cyclist’s anatomy.
Such qualities can only be found
in premium foams, that are
normally present in quality
garments.
Economical foams tend to lose
their effectiveness after just a few
uses.
• MANUFACTURING also plays
a fundamental role in the
reliability of a cycling pad; using
the right machinery and
highly-skilled personnel is
indispensable if you do not want
the internal components of the
cycling pad to come apart. This is
why we recommend products
from brands with proven
experience in this particular field.

6. Hualian cycling pad
Guarantee of excellence
Why choose the Hualian cycling pad?
The attention to detail and research that goes into the design ensures that foams with varied densities
and thicknesses are correctly positioned exactly in the points subjected to the greatest pressure on the
saddle, which helps prevent possible urogenital system dysfunctions.
The platform of Hualian fabrics has been specially designed to be used in cycling pad production; so it is
not a spinoff from other uses. The fabrics are all made exclusively for cycling pads from the very best
polyamide microfibre to guarantee maximum tolerability and softness in contact with the skin without
heating it. Their unique structure promotes breathability and enables the surface in contact with the skin
to dry rapidly. The exclusive dye technology, called Ultrafast, guarantees maximum colour fastness
against sweat, a most aggressive factor, that can corrode even the most resistant fabrics. The more
resistant the colour, the less it transfers to skin thereby significantly reducing the risk of irritations. The
foams used in Hualian cycling pads are high-density and weight capacity foams that guarantee maximum
protection and breathability. Even with the same weight capacity, foam with a lower density would lose its
cushioning power after just a few uses.
Hualian selects only high-density foams to ensure quality that is worth the cost.
Bacteriostasis: This has always been a very important factor for Hualian cycling pad: being
BACTERIOSTATIC is not the same concept as being ANTIBACTERIAL. An antibacterial treatment tends
to eliminate all bacteria, including the kind that normally lives on the skin, however the presence of
bacteria on the skin is essential for fighting the development of external and potentially pathogenic
bacterial colonies.
A bacteriostatic treatment acts by inhibiting the growth or reproduction of bacteria while preserving the
normal bacterial flora on the skin. In addition to having a certain level of toxicity, antibacterial substances
can also lead to the creation of resistant strains of bacteria.
GUARANTEE OF EXCELLENCE: The production process is strictly 100% MIC and our meticulous
Quality Control ensures care and attention to details from start to finish. Basing its know-how from such
experience,cycling pad is developing and diversifying a new rang of products with a good price/quality
correlation,suited for all over the world.
All Hualian cycling pads are OEKO-TEX® certified as well as all raw materials. This means that they have
been successfully tested and meet the required criteria regarding nontoxicity according to Oeko -Tex®
Standard 100.
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