L.E. CARBON
CARBON FLEECE
This polyester fleece fabric offers our activated Carbon technology, which naturally yields increased moisture management, odor control and warmth. The activated carbon comes from recycled coconut and pecan shells that otherwise would have ended up in a landfill. This fleece will keep you warm and comfortable for years to come.
COCONA™
If you see the word ‘carbon’ in this catalog—it’s got Cocona™. Cocona technology incorporates activated carbon made from organic coconut shells and traps odor and foul molecules released from your body during exercise. During a normal wash and dry cycle these ‘traps’ release these undesirables into the air and re-activates the carbon. With 45% greater wickability than other performance fabrics, Cannondale carbon fabrics with Cocona™ also have an SPF rating of 50+.
CUPRON™
Another industry first from Cannondale! For centuries the cationic properties of copper have been well known and are now harnessed for their ability to deodorize, killing odor-causing bacteria and fungi while you wear the clothing, as well as for their skin-tone enhancing properties. Cupron™ technology impregnates fibers with copper before they become a textile fabric. Cannondale employs Cupron™ in select fabrics for its natural activity-activated bacteria-fighting deodorant properties as well as healthy skin appearance-enhancing properties. And, because Cupron™ is impregnated into the fiber, the technology will last as long as the garment itself—withstanding the exposure of multiple wear and wash cycles.
QUADTEX CARBON PLUS
Reserved for the L.E. Collection, this fabric is actually injected with organic carbon to provide unparalleled moisture management and odor adsorption. When the body heats up, QuadteX Carbon Plus's MicroClimate™ technology activates-with 45% better moisture transfer than most fabrics, it keeps a body cool during hot days and heats up during the cold ones. QuadteX Carbon Plus also traps odor using activated carbon made from organic coconut shells. During a normal wash and dry cycle, the carbon releases the odor and "foul" molecules and then re-activates the carbon "traps!"
QUADREX C2 GRID
Now with natural, bacteria-fighting protection, and skin wellness properties of Cupron™. QuadteX C2 Grid has the same odor adsorption, wicking and UV-protection performance qualities as QuadteX Carbon Plus fabric. However, Carbon Grid is a more open weave construction strategically integrated into side panels and areas that demand more ventilation.
THERMAL CARBON HYDROGRID
Now with increased moisture wicking and odor adsorption courtesy of TrapTek™, this fabric has a 3-D “grid” knit into the material that traps air for thermal performance and moisture management. Reserved for our L.E. Collection, Thermal Carbon Hydrogrid is mid-weight, waterproof, windproof 4-way stretch laminate. Engineered to minimize skin contact for maximum comfort while moving moisture away from the skin maintaining its thermal qualities. Exclusive to L.E.
THERMAL CARBON HYDROGRID MAX
Now with increased moisture wicking and odor adsorption courtesy of TrapTek™, this fabric is waterproof, breathable, windproof, moisture-wicking and 4-way stretch. Thermal Carbon Hydrogrid Max, Cannondale’s warmest layer material, provides the ultimate in thermal performance while still supplying breathability, mobility and comfort. Exclusive to L.E.
FABRIC GUIDE
AEROLOFT LIGHT™
Airloft Light™ uses air to achieve its thermal capabilities. Lightweight fibers give the fabric a soft and comfortable feel that is enhanced with 4-way stretch and superior moisture-wicking capabilities. The inside texture traps air for maximum thermal benefits and enhanced comfort.
ALPACOR®
The name Alpacor®, comes from the Peruvian animal, the Alpaca. Used for generations for their fur, an alpaca’s fibers, yarns and fabrics have wonderful high performance thermal attributes. Alpacor® breathes easily, expels odor and moisture, and is naturally warm and soft.
CAVALIER
Cavalier fabric is the perfect fabric for freeride aspirations. While the fit and feel is like your favorite t-shirt, it’s not short on performance features. A Poly/Spandex blend—Cavalier’s four-way stretch provides free range of motion while it is also treated for rapid moisture wicking and quick drying.
CAVALIER PLUS
Cavalier Plus has the same comfort and loose fit qualities of our Cavalier fabric with the addition of a grid pattern construction for added durability. This construction also reduces the amount of surface contact for added moisture wicking and comfort.
CHANNEL MAX
A bonded fabric with ChannelTeX technology. Used in our heavyweight road jerseys, Channel Max has large channels ‘built-in’ for larger thermal challenges (like a New England winter). These large channels rapidly move moisture away from the body while trapping air for its thermal benefits.
CHANNEL MAX PLUS
We took our Channel Max fabric and made it a weather warrior by adding a waterproof/windproof laminate. This barrier not only blocks out the weather but also allows perspiration to escape. The interior of the fabric has large channels ‘built-in’ for larger thermal challenges (like a New England winter). These large channels rapidly move moisture away from the body while trapping air for its thermal benefits.
DRI-LEX®
Dri-Lex® technology’s mastery over perspiration comes from its hydrophobic (moisture-hating) polyester and hydrophilic (moisture-loving) nylon. This quick push-pull effect of moisture is the reason we chose it for our base layer products.
DYNAFLEX
Is a Power Lycra® with terrific stretch, recovery and durability. Dynaflex boosts performance with excellent compression and range of motion. The fabric possesses top-notch moisture-wicking capabilities and is soft to the touch for maximum comfort.
ENDUROMAX
Just as the name connotes, this fabric is engineered to endure just about anything thrown its way. Breathable, 4-way stretch for comfort over time, while the inherent texture of the fabric wicks moisture, is wind- and water-resistant.
MICRO C
Micro C is a three-way moisture-management fabric for those who enjoy managing moisture. Actually, the waffle stitch, the fibers themselves and the wicking finish treatment will do the moisture managing for you.
MIDWEIGHT
Our Midweight fabric with inherent moisture-managing performance; 4-way stretch provides range of motion while the weave of the fabric recycles airflow for thermal benefits. This unique weave also wicks moisture extremely fast for added comfort.
MOTIONTERRA
This durable 4-way stretch fabric is a breathable, moisture-wicking polyester-spandex blend. It provides off-road warriors with a fantastic range of motion combined with stellar comfort. MotionTerra fabric is used on our Grind shorts.
PACK LIGHT 1
Pack Light fabric is designed for water- and wind-resistance. However, its pack-ability is its best quality. Ultra-thin and light-weight make this material stow-able virtually anywhere.
PACK LIGHT 2
Windproof, waterproof, lightweight. This breathable material was crafted for use in our shells that will find themselves in the worst of conditions. Luckily, whoever is armed with Pack Light 2 will cut through rough conditions and come out on the other end dry.
PACK LIGHT 3
This 3-layer laminated fabric offers breathable, waterproof, and windproof protection all in one. Plus the nylon/spandex blend of the fabric stretches and moves with you on and off the bike. This combination will keep you dry and comfortable in the worst of conditions.
