The conversation within the ski racing community and among industry regarding the implementation of mandatory anti-cut garments to safeguard athletes from lacerations continues to gain significant attention.
While this topic is not new, the ongoing necessity for enhanced protective measures remains a frequent point of emphasis. Similar to the advancements seen with helmets, back protectors, and the recent introduction of airbags, this chat is expected to progress, ultimately contributing to a safer environment for all participants in the sport.
Protective helmets have become a non-negotiable to the sport and Diston Anti-Cut Shield strives to advocate for anti-cut apparel to have the same aptitude.
Diston emphasizes the necessity of educating and motivating young skiers and racers to adopt anti-cut apparel from a young age.
Normalizing Anti-Cut Apparel From a Young Age
The importance of education and fostering a sense of responsibility is essential for athletes to regularly embrace the use of protective gear, similar to how they accept helmets and back protectors.
Once normality is created, which is already underway amongst the older ski racers, athletes will be better protected from lacerations and abrasions. Overtime will decrease the amount of serious injuries in the sport.
Younger racers are now using skis with edges that rival those of adult racing skis. This increases the necessity for FIS certified anti-cut pants, tops, and neckguards to safeguard against cuts and abrasions.
Diston Focuses on All Ages in Protective Apparel
Diston Anti-Cut Shield is the first brand worldwide to offer cut-resistant protection undergarments with a three FIS Star-level rating. The company has continued to innovate and expand, producing pants, tops and neck guards that are all rated 3 FIS Stars in CRG.
The garments protect athletes from lacerations and abrasion, while ensuring elasticity and comfort to allow for unrestricted movement during ski racing. Although not designed for thermal insulation, this protective gear is both breathable and warm.
Diston has developed a specialized line of cut-resistant protective gear tailored for young ski racers since its founding.
The Junior cut-resistant pants and tops are available in sizes for children aged 8 to 15. For adults, sizes extend from 15 years old up to Master’s level.
The designs for junior athletes differ from those for adults, particularly in flexibility and comfort. While Diston takes pride in crafting flexible and comfortable undergarments for adults, they have had to enhance these qualities even further to accommodate the bodies of young athletes. They improve these attributes while upholding the 3 FIS Star certification.
In addition, Diston’s Junior cut-resistant design not only safeguards young athletes from cuts but also provides excellent protection against abrasions. Aspiring athletes can remain safe from burns that occur when they crash on ice or during high-speed falls.
Young athletes should not endure the trauma and suffering caused by preventable lacerations in alpine ski racing. Those who experience such injuries are often discouraged from pursuing their ski racing careers.
Therefore, it is essential for parents, coaches, teams, and ski racing organizations to promote the use of protective gear, encourage its adoption, or even implement mandatory policies for wearing it. We are #distonskiwarriors.
At Diston the company strongly believes safety is not an option, it is a right and a priority!
