Results of the SHAPE project
2019
The overall objective of SHAPE project (Adapted Performance Sportswear) is to develop
comfortable and well-fitted sportswear for athletes whose body shapes differ from the average
population. Body measurements of professional cyclists and rowers were extracted from 3D
scans and compared with average Belgian population. Variation of body measurements and
skin-sportswear interface pressure upon rowing and cycling postures was additionally
investigated. Significant differences were found between rowers and average Belgian males.
Rowing and cycling postures had significant influence on most body measurements and
pressure. Fit of prototypes developed based on SHAPE-body sizing charts was positively
validated by male rowers. Large number of cyclists critically evaluated their present outfit
including fit and comfort. Two prototypes were designed according to individual needs of Gsport
cyclists and their functionality, comfort and fit were positively evaluated.
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