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Fox Distributed - 2009 POD Knee Brace
PODMX KNEE BRACE - THE NEXT LEVEL IN KNEE BRACE PERFORMANCE
The PODMX is a revolutionary motocross knee brace.
At the core of the design is the unique POD thermo-plastic urethane tendon which effortlessly supports the motocross rider’s knee’s natural range of motion.
Fox Racing Inc, working closely with POD Orthotic developed a knee brace that addresses the specific needs of motocross riders. The result is a streamlined and ergonomic knee brace that doesn’t compromise a rider’s feel for the motorcycle.
THERMO PLASTIC URETHANE HINGE
MAXIMUM PROTECTION, SMOOTH AND SECURE
Inspired by the human body, the ground breaking TPU hinge assembly supports the knee’s natural range of motion. The hinge stop housing helps prevent hyperextension and provides maximum medial and lateral protection. (Patents pending)
CARBON FIBRE COMPOSITE
LIGHT WEIGHT, ERGONOMIC AND STRONG
The low-profile frame conforms to you, your riding gear and your bike. The two full layers of carbon fiber enhance structural integrity and keep the total weight to only 660gms/1.46lbs (med).
SELF TRACKING PATELLA GUARD
EXTRA PROTECTION
The patella guard is connected to the hinge assembly which transfers an impact away from the knee cap and into the brace. (Patents pending)
MAXIMUM COMFORT + AIR FLOW
BE COOL
The thermo-formed pressure point padding keeps you comfortable while the removable vented foam liner keeps you cool.
PODMX.COM
TECHNOLOGY AND KNOWLEDGE
This innovative product introduces new technologies to knee bracing. Take advantage of both print and visual downloads to assist you in getting the most out of your knee brace.
HINGE TECHNOLOGY
At the core of the PODMX knee brace design is the POD Orthotic hinge assembly featuring:
Hinge stop housings which control the locking angles of the brace.
The PODMX knee brace is supplied with 15 degree ‘hinge extension stop’ housings. These extensions are recommended for most riders with standard biomechanical features. To further customize the brace 12.5° and 17.5° hinge extension stop housings are sold separately and are easily installed. TPU Tendon with tensile load bearing fiber designed to replicate a natural range of motion while riding. The TPU Tendon is replaceable when exposed to a serious impact or force. The POD TPU Hinge Assembly is designed to absorb force through an alteration or partial destruction of some of its components.
ABOUT POD ORTHOTIC & PODMX
POD Orthotic has eleven years design and manufacturing experience in advanced fiber composites. With a team of orthopedic specialists, industrial designers and engineers, POD Orthotic has invented an innovative new approach to motocross knee braces. Hinging is the key to designing a superior knee brace. The knee is the most complex joint in your body and moves in a polycentric (dual axis) motion. The PODMX knee brace sets a new industry standard by creating a polymer hinge system which includes an ultra-durable themo-plastic urethane (TPU) tendon with a unique extension stop housing. This technology effortlessly replicates the knees’ natural range of motion and coupled with an ergonomic carbon composite frame and an integrated load-dispersing patella guard; allows the PODMX knee brace to provide maximum frontal, medial and lateral support. The inherent advantages in a polymer hinge when riding are immediately evident with superior fluidity of motion, durability and performance.
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