Where can Arkema materials be found in sports?
Running & Trail running
Hoka Cielo X2
This shoe enhances the long-distance running experience with a high midsole and four-pin Pebax® elastomer spike plate.
Kiprun KD900X by Décathlon
With its Pebax® elastomer foam and carbon plate, the Decathlon KD900X running shoe offers exceptional energy return!
ON Cloudspike 10 000 m
This World Athletics-approved spike shoe is built to dominate long-distance competitions and reduce stride impact. It combines CloudTec® cushioning with Helion™ and Pebax® foam for maximum energy return.
Skiing
Maestrale by Scarpa
Scarpa’s iconic Maestrale, with its shell made entirely from Pebax® Rnew® elastomer, is considered the most versatile touring boot for skiers of all abilities.
Spektrum Bunner
The shell built from our biocircular Pebax® Rnew® and Rilsan® materials makes for “the most eco-friendly ski helmet ever made”, according to Spektrum.
Rugby, golf, tennis, soccer
Canterbury Speed Infinite Elite
The outsole of this rugby boot is made from Pebax® Rnew®, which is 97% bio-sourced! An ultralight shoe that offers stability and explosive energy response.
Putter Cobra Golf
The Vintage range of golf putters sets a new standard in performance with a new Pebax® elastomer insert for an exceptionally responsive feel.
Lacoste AG-LT23
Developed with Grand Slam winner Daniil Medvedev, the AG-LT23 tennis shoe offers the most demanding players the best performance on all surfaces, using our Pebax® materials for added stability and dynamics.
Velocita Elixir de Umbro
The Pebax® elastomer outsole of this soccer boot offers exceptional multidirectional agility, while the stud geometry distributes pressure evenly when changing speed and direction.
Water sports
FCS – FCS II Surf Fin Range
The Performer Neo Glass fin range from renowned surf brand FCS is designed to balance speed, flow and responsiveness with a reduced environmental footprint thanks to our advanced biocircular materials.
Beneteau’s eco-responsible concept boat in Elium® resin
One of the latest technological innovations in sailing is the new First 44e from the Beneteau group, the first production sailing yacht to be built entirely—hull, deck and cabin—from our Elium® thermoplastic resin for composites. It is the first fully recyclable composite sailing boat.
Cycling
Hezo Cycling Helu One
A highly innovative cycling shoe made from our Rilsan® polyamide using 3D printing. The modular structure ensures optimal power transfer and a perfect fit of the foot on the pedal.
Ultra-light, strong bike frames
Our Nanostrength® nanostructured acrylic additives are used in the manufacture of racing and off-road bicycle frames, such as Look and Time brand bikes made from epoxy resins and carbon fibre. They make the frame remarkably resistant to impact and mechanical stress and give it excellent UV stability. For ultra-lightweight bikes.
Custom 3D saddle for exceptional comfort
The Fizik brand saddle, manufactured by start-up company Carbon, features a honeycomb structure made from our N3xtDimension® UV-cured acrylic resins. The result is a lightweight, comfortable saddle that conforms to the rider’s body shape.
Our adhesives in... e-bikes
Our Bostik Born2Bond® adhesives can be found on many bicycle components including pedals, to bond metal parts as strongly as soldering. In e-bike batteries, our Bostik adhesives are used to encapsulate electronic components, fill thermal bridges, and assemble and seal modules and batteries.
Accessories and clothing
Rudy Project Spinshield
Spinshield eyewear combines stylish design with performance, with frames made from Rilsan® Clear polyamide.
Vuarnet Road
The frames of these eco-responsible sports glasses are made from Rilsan® Clear polyamide.
Cyclon-T On
This t-shirt from On is woven from 100% textile fibres derived from our Rilsan® polyamide: an alternative to conventional synthetic fibres of fossil origin. A lightweight, breathable t-shirt designed to last and be recycled.
