BioXCell Palm Padding & Fit

GERMAN GLOVE-MAKING HERITAGE · ERGONOMIC DESIGN

Palm Padding and Fit, Designed for a Natural Grip

Since 1853, CHIBA has focused on glove-making and ergonomic fit. BioXCell combines two-stage gel padding with a contoured palm shape, designed for fit, cushioning, and a steady grip. Construction varies by style.

2 stages

A Two-Stage Design for Riding Comfort

BioXCell uses two stages of gel padding in a contoured palm layout. Its design focuses on fit, cushioning, and a steady handlebar grip.

RIDER COMFORT · ERGONOMIC DESIGN

Palm Contact and Glove Fit During Long Rides

Long rides involve extended contact with the handlebar. Glove fit, palm shape, and padding are factors riders may consider for comfort.

Illustration of hand anatomy showing outer and central palm areas

▲ German Official Dot-Matrix Anatomy: Green dashed line indicates Outer Palm Area, blue dashed line indicates Central Palm Area

● Outer Palm Contact Area

Outer Palm Contact

Outer Palm Area (green dotted line): Extends along the hypothenar muscles on the outer palm, controlling sensory feedback and motor dexterity for the ring and little fingers.

Riding Position: Different handlebar positions change where the palm contacts the bar. This illustration highlights an outer palm contact area.

Glove Selection Tip: Choose glove fit and padding based on your riding position and comfort preferences.

Illustration of handlebar contact areas across the palm

▲ Handlebar contact illustration: central palm area

● Central Palm Contact Area

Central Palm Contact

Central Palm Area (blue cross-section): The central palm is another common handlebar contact area. Glove fit and padding layout vary by riding position and individual preference.

Palm Contact Area (red highlight): Hand position and grip can vary across riding styles. Consider glove fit and palm-pad layout when choosing a style.

Glove Selection Tip: CHIBA glove styles offer different fits and padding layouts. Review individual product details to find features suited to your riding needs.

BIOXCELL DESIGN · ERGONOMIC FIT

BioXCell Two-Stage Gel: Contoured Padding Design

BioXCell combines two stages of gel padding in a contoured palm layout. The design focuses on fit and cushioning; individual glove construction can vary by style:

CHIBA BioXCell glove palm close-up showing two-stage gel padding and Quick-Pull loops

▲ Example BioXCell palm layout: two-stage gel padding, a central channel, and Quick-Pull removal loops.

Two-Stage Outer Gel Padding (Two-Stage Construction)

Selected BioXCell styles use two gel-padding zones across a contoured palm layout. Check individual product specifications for the padding included.

BioXCell Padding Layout

BioXCell uses a contoured padding layout across the palm. Padding placement and feel vary by product style.

Natural Posture Correction & High-Frequency Vibration Damping

Selected BioXCell styles use contoured padding and Poron materials. Check individual product details for the materials and features included.

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