{"id":1876456,"date":"2026-04-10T10:07:57","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T07:07:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1876456"},"modified":"2026-04-10T10:07:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T07:07:57","slug":"in-cycling-you-had-to-choose-between-performance-and-safety-van-rysel-announces-a-new-airbag-equipped-aero-skinsuit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1876456","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;In cycling, you had to choose between performance and safety&#8217; &#8211; Van Rysel announces a new airbag-equipped aero skinsuit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/USBF2mzxpo7E643cYxsjvc-2560-80.jpg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><article class=\"page-content-onecol flex-1\nnews-article article\n\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"widget-area-group widget-area-group-2col flex flex-wrap box-border\">\n<div id=\"widgetArea16\" class=\"widget-area basis-full md:basis-2\/3 widget-area-g-md-vp-2-3 widget-area-g-lg-vp-2-3 widget-area-g-xl-vp-2-3 page-widget-area-16\">\n<div data-widget-type=\"hero\" id=\"hero\" class=\"clear-both widget widget-hero widget-hero widget-hero-hero widget-hero widget-hero-fter-news\">\n<div class=\"news-article\">\n<header data-component-name=\"Article:Hero\">\n<nav class=\"breadcrumb\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs\">\n<ol>\n<li>\nCycling Tech &amp; Components\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/nav>\n<h1>&#8216;In cycling, you had to choose between performance and safety&#8217; &#8211; Van Rysel announces a new airbag-equipped aero skinsuit<\/h1>\n<div class=\"byline-social\">\n<div class=\"byline\">\nNews<\/p>\n<div class=\"text-[13px]\"><span><br \/>\nBy<br \/>\nTom Wieckowski <\/span><span><br \/>\npublished<br \/>\n<time data-component-name=\"UI:DateTime\" datetime=\"2026-04-10T10:07:57Z\" class=\"relative-date\"><br \/>\n10 April 2026<br \/>\n<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"strapline\">Is Van Rysel&#8217;s airbag announcement another strong sign that airbag safety technology in pro racing is on the way<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"mx-auto mb-4 flex items-center justify-start mx-0 my-5 p-0\" id=\"affiliate-disclaimer\" data-component-name=\"AffiliateDisclaimer\" data-hawk-message=\"Affiliate disclaimer removed because hawk deemed there are no affiliate links on this page\">\n<p class=\"text-700 mb-2 text-[12px] leading-[18px] md:text-[13px] [&amp;&gt;a]:text-gray-700 [&amp;&gt;a]:underline\">\nWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. 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This announcement follows the Aerobag Airbag technology that was announced in early January, as well as the UCI&#8217;s opening of a consultation process for the technology in late February.<\/p>\n<p>Van Rysel claims there have been 1300 fractures in the last six years in professional cycling competition (source unknown), and the 2026 pro cycling injury list already makes for a sobering read. Injury rates are high in pro cycling with minimal safety protection for riders.<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-9f7ed1c6-f90b-4bd6-b476-870da7c6a76e-2\" class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Van Rysel says &#8216;Project Airbag&#8217; reflects its ambition to help drive the next standard in cycling protection, and the system is being developed in collaboration with the Decathlon CMA CGM and Van Rysel-Roubaix squads.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-continues-below block py-2 text-sm\">Article continues below <\/span><\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet class=\"clear-both pb-0 pt-2 mb-4\"><span class=\"\n            flex\n            after:content-[''] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]\n            before:content-[''] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]\n            font-article-heading pb-0 !text-base uppercase sm:text-sm font-bold\n        \"><br \/>\n            You may like<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"flex flex-col gap-0 m-0\">\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-1\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-inline-1\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-inline-1\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Wearable airbag technology could be coming to the pro peloton soon \u2013 Here&#8217;s why its creators think it could be a game changer<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-2\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-inline-2\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-inline-2\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Airbags a step closer to the pro peloton as UCI opens consultation process<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ccc] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-3\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-inline-3\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-inline-3\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Velofollies tech gallery: Airbag bibshorts, wireless electronic shoes, and beautiful custom paint<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">The Van Rysel Airbag tech differs from the Aerobag setup in that it is integrated into a specific skinsuit. In contrast, the Aerobag airbag system can be retrofitted to a range of cycling clothing and accessories. The skinsuit also uses abrasion-resistant materials, which have been available for some time in cycling kit, but haven&#8217;t yet been fully embraced.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">The skinsuit itself has also been developed with help from Swiss Side, using CFD and wind tunnel testing to replicate the performance of a regular WorldTour skinsuit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Matching race kit requirements has likely been a sticking point in improving safer cycling clothing for some time. Weight, comfort, aerodynamics, thermal efficiency, and let&#8217;s face it, style are all key factors when it comes to skinsuits and performance-oriented cycling kit, and any new safety tech needs to be comfortable, aero and lightweight.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Van Rysel says thermoregulation has been a key area of focus, alongside aerodynamics. However, no results or claims have been given in the brand&#8217;s press material, and the brand says validation in this area is still ongoing.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-vvrE6cmkyVqfg7xxrWqKxU\" class=\"slice-container newsletter-inbodyContent-slice newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-vvrE6cmkyVqfg7xxrWqKxU slice-container-newsletterForm\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"newsletter-form__wrapper newsletter-form__wrapper--inbodyContent\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__container\">\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__top-bar\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__header\">Get The Leadout Newsletter<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__main-section\">\n<p class=\"newsletter-form__strapline\">The latest race content, interviews, features, reviews and expert buying guides, direct to your inbox!<\/p>\n<footer class=\"newsletter-form__footer \">By submitting your information you agree to the Terms &amp; Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.<\/footer>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-05502ade-1943-4ec7-ad14-324ae7ec9330\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Van Rysel)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-de9e9566-fd1a-4cb0-a944-3ea9e50bf5e9\">Van Rysel says its airbag skinsuit is fully functional and that it is &#8216;in final validation with professional riders ahead of potential race deployment.&#8217; While we do not expect to see it rolled out for Paris-Roubaix this weekend, due to the UCI consultation process being ongoing, it&#8217;s another indication that airbag technology may not be far away for racers.<\/p>\n<p>Van Rysel&#8217;s airbag tech has been developed with In&amp;motion, a US-based firm specialising in airbag technology for motorbike, equestrian, and snow sports.<\/p>\n<p>The CEO of In&amp;motion, Remi Thomas, explained, \u201cThe strength of our technology lies in the scale and quality of the data we have accumulated over the years, with hundreds of millions of kilometres captured across high-intensity environments such as MotoGP and ski-racing. This dataset fuels machine learning algorithms capable of analysing rider dynamics in real time.&#8221;<\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet class=\"clear-both pb-0 pt-2 mb-4\"><span class=\"\n            flex\n            after:content-[''] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]\n            before:content-[''] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]\n            font-article-heading pb-0 !text-base uppercase sm:text-sm font-bold\n        \"><br \/>\n            What to read next<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"flex flex-col gap-0 m-0\">\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-1\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-1\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-1\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Eqvn8WsxAhpvQDSF4qnW8n-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Eqvn8WsxAhpvQDSF4qnW8n-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Wireless shoes and a PlayStation cockpit &#8211; Van Rysel has just launched the maddest bike of 2026, and we&#8217;re only two weeks in<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-2\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-2\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-2\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ckwyi6uJDBd3zXL376eopi-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ckwyi6uJDBd3zXL376eopi-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">GPS tracking devices to become mandatory as Lappartient warns \u2018UCI will have no option but to enforce\u2019 the technology if teams refuse to collaborate<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ccc] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-3\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-3\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-3\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RwzmAx5hHT6BiQqZUVka7A-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RwzmAx5hHT6BiQqZUVka7A-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Are scientists now more important than star riders? Inside pro cycling&#8217;s race for scientific innovation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<p>The Van Rysel Airbag system is powered by an algorithm &#8220;trained on 450 million kilometres of data,&#8221; likely from the motorbike world and which analyses rider dynamics up to 1000 times a second to help identify when a rider is crashing.<\/p>\n<p>Deploying in a claimed 60 milliseconds, the suit has a claimed target weight of 700 grams, with 500 grams of this weight being the airbag system.<\/p>\n<p>The Airbag focuses on three body areas: the central core, cervical zone and spinal line. Focusing protection on the thorax and rib cage, neck and back, though the brand says more zones may be explored over time.<\/p>\n<p>The brand&#8217;s press material doesn&#8217;t go into technical specifics, but looking at the In&amp;motion website, its system appears to use inflatable airbag units, inflated with a &#8216;gas generator&#8217; &#8211; likely some kind of cartridge &#8211; with the system being operated by a control unit.<\/p>\n<p>Van Rysel says it aims to make the technology available for anyone to purchase within the next two years, and whilst a skinsuit product is more race-specific, the fact that another company is investing in airbag technology for cyclists indicates that we aren&#8217;t a million miles away from some real advancements in safer cycling kit and equipment for cyclists.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block mb-5\" id=\"articleTag\" data-component-name=\"PostArticleLinks\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"post-article-links\">\n<div class=\"border-b border-b-black border-solid py-2.5 text-black font-bold uppercase\">TOPICS<\/div>\n<nav class=\"py-2.5 flex gap-2.5 flex-wrap\" data-analytics-id=\"article-tag\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-tag\">\n<p>Tech<\/p>\n<p>Road<\/p>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"slice-container-authorBio-vvrE6cmkyVqfg7xxrWqKxU\" class=\"slice-container slice-author-bio authorBio-vvrE6cmkyVqfg7xxrWqKxU slice-container-authorBio\">\n<div class=\"author author__default-layout author--separator author--collapsible\" data-hydrate=\"true\">\n<div class=\"author__header\">\n<div class=\"author__avatar-block\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"author__avatar image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE-140-80.jpg.webp 140w\" sizes=\"99vw\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__heading\">\n<div class=\"author__name\">Tom Wieckowski<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__social\">\n<nav class=\"button-social-group author__social-buttons\" aria-labelledby=\"button-social-group- author__social-buttons\">\n<div id=\"button-social-group- author__social-buttons\">Social Links Navigation<\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__role\">Tech writer<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__bio-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"author__biography\">\n<p>Tom joined the Cyclingnews team in late 2022 as a tech writer. 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He&#8217;s also covered various launches from brands such as Pinarello, Ridley, Specialized and more, tackled the Roubaix Challenge sportive aboard his own rim-brake Cannondale SuperSix Evo, tested over 20 aero helmets in the wind tunnel, and has created helpful in-depth buying advice relating to countless categories from torque wrenches to winter clothing.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"mt-6 lg:px-0 relative max-w-[1070px] mx-auto viafoura-twig-component px-4\" data-component-name=\"Viafoura:Comments\" data-nosnippet data-community-guidelines-text=\"&lt;p class='vfcustom-community-guidelines'&gt;Please follow our &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/about\/#section-community-guidelines&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;community guidelines&lt;\/a&gt;.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-join-the-conversation-text=\"Join the Conversation\">\n<div class=\"absolute top-0 left-0 w-full h-full flex items-center justify-center z-50 bg-white\/90 border-1\">\n<div class=\"p-2 text-center\">\n<p class=\"mb-3 !text-lg\">You must confirm your public display name before commenting<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-3 !text-sm\">Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"mx-2 my-5 sm:mx-0\">\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-adviser:hybrid\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Read more<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Wearable airbag technology could be coming to the pro peloton soon \u2013 Here&#8217;s why its creators think it could be a game changer<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"sponsored-post--placeholder max-w-full animate-pulse\"><span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Safety<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Airbags a step closer to the pro peloton as UCI opens consultation process<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"sponsored-post--placeholder max-w-full animate-pulse\"><span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; 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Inside pro cycling&#8217;s race for scientific innovation<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"sponsored-post--placeholder max-w-full animate-pulse\"><span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-solr:latest-category\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Latest in Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pdjx59DdTrYRupTDvLD3Yh-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pdjx59DdTrYRupTDvLD3Yh-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pdjx59DdTrYRupTDvLD3Yh-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pdjx59DdTrYRupTDvLD3Yh-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pdjx59DdTrYRupTDvLD3Yh-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Skoda develops bike bell that can bypass noise-cancelling headphones, and then gives the technology away for free<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"sponsored-post--placeholder max-w-full animate-pulse\"><span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/DV9gtqKKuzAoBnNHThbWDE-840-80.png.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/DV9gtqKKuzAoBnNHThbWDE-650-80.png.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/DV9gtqKKuzAoBnNHThbWDE-500-80.png.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/DV9gtqKKuzAoBnNHThbWDE-450-80.png.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/DV9gtqKKuzAoBnNHThbWDE-320-80.png.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Ineos Grenadiers trialling hybrid wireless MTB groupset for Paris-Roubaix, but not for the reason you might expect<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"sponsored-post--placeholder max-w-full animate-pulse\"><span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fbAdDQyZegtwfQmqUSJdDB-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fbAdDQyZegtwfQmqUSJdDB-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fbAdDQyZegtwfQmqUSJdDB-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fbAdDQyZegtwfQmqUSJdDB-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fbAdDQyZegtwfQmqUSJdDB-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Wheels &amp; 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This announcement follows the Aerobag Airbag technology that was announced in early January, as well as the UCI&#8217;s opening of a consultation process for the technology in late February.<\/p>\n<p>Van Rysel claims there have been 1300 fractures in the last six years in professional cycling competition (source unknown), and the 2026 pro cycling injury list already makes for a sobering read. Injury rates are high in pro cycling with minimal safety protection for riders.<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-9f7ed1c6-f90b-4bd6-b476-870da7c6a76e-2\" class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Van Rysel says &#8216;Project Airbag&#8217; reflects its ambition to help drive the next standard in cycling protection, and the system is being developed in collaboration with the Decathlon CMA CGM and Van Rysel-Roubaix squads.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-continues-below block py-2 text-sm\">Article continues below <\/span><\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet class=\"clear-both pb-0 pt-2 mb-4\"><span class=\"\n            flex\n            after:content-[''] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]\n            before:content-[''] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]\n            font-article-heading pb-0 !text-base uppercase sm:text-sm font-bold\n        \"><br \/>\n            You may like<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"flex flex-col gap-0 m-0\">\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-1\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-inline-1\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-inline-1\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Wearable airbag technology could be coming to the pro peloton soon \u2013 Here&#8217;s why its creators think it could be a game changer<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-2\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-inline-2\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-inline-2\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Airbags a step closer to the pro peloton as UCI opens consultation process<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ccc] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-3\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-inline-3\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-inline-3\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Velofollies tech gallery: Airbag bibshorts, wireless electronic shoes, and beautiful custom paint<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">The Van Rysel Airbag tech differs from the Aerobag setup in that it is integrated into a specific skinsuit. In contrast, the Aerobag airbag system can be retrofitted to a range of cycling clothing and accessories. The skinsuit also uses abrasion-resistant materials, which have been available for some time in cycling kit, but haven&#8217;t yet been fully embraced.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">The skinsuit itself has also been developed with help from Swiss Side, using CFD and wind tunnel testing to replicate the performance of a regular WorldTour skinsuit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Matching race kit requirements has likely been a sticking point in improving safer cycling clothing for some time. Weight, comfort, aerodynamics, thermal efficiency, and let&#8217;s face it, style are all key factors when it comes to skinsuits and performance-oriented cycling kit, and any new safety tech needs to be comfortable, aero and lightweight.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Van Rysel says thermoregulation has been a key area of focus, alongside aerodynamics. However, no results or claims have been given in the brand&#8217;s press material, and the brand says validation in this area is still ongoing.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-vvrE6cmkyVqfg7xxrWqKxU\" class=\"slice-container newsletter-inbodyContent-slice newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-vvrE6cmkyVqfg7xxrWqKxU slice-container-newsletterForm\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"newsletter-form__wrapper newsletter-form__wrapper--inbodyContent\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__container\">\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__top-bar\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__header\">Get The Leadout Newsletter<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__main-section\">\n<p class=\"newsletter-form__strapline\">The latest race content, interviews, features, reviews and expert buying guides, direct to your inbox!<\/p>\n<footer class=\"newsletter-form__footer \">By submitting your information you agree to the Terms &amp; Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.<\/footer>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-05502ade-1943-4ec7-ad14-324ae7ec9330\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Van Rysel)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-de9e9566-fd1a-4cb0-a944-3ea9e50bf5e9\">Van Rysel says its airbag skinsuit is fully functional and that it is &#8216;in final validation with professional riders ahead of potential race deployment.&#8217; While we do not expect to see it rolled out for Paris-Roubaix this weekend, due to the UCI consultation process being ongoing, it&#8217;s another indication that airbag technology may not be far away for racers.<\/p>\n<p>Van Rysel&#8217;s airbag tech has been developed with In&amp;motion, a US-based firm specialising in airbag technology for motorbike, equestrian, and snow sports.<\/p>\n<p>The CEO of In&amp;motion, Remi Thomas, explained, \u201cThe strength of our technology lies in the scale and quality of the data we have accumulated over the years, with hundreds of millions of kilometres captured across high-intensity environments such as MotoGP and ski-racing. This dataset fuels machine learning algorithms capable of analysing rider dynamics in real time.&#8221;<\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet class=\"clear-both pb-0 pt-2 mb-4\"><span class=\"\n            flex\n            after:content-[''] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]\n            before:content-[''] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]\n            font-article-heading pb-0 !text-base uppercase sm:text-sm font-bold\n        \"><br \/>\n            What to read next<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"flex flex-col gap-0 m-0\">\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-1\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-1\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-1\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Eqvn8WsxAhpvQDSF4qnW8n-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Eqvn8WsxAhpvQDSF4qnW8n-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Wireless shoes and a PlayStation cockpit &#8211; Van Rysel has just launched the maddest bike of 2026, and we&#8217;re only two weeks in<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-2\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-2\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-2\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ckwyi6uJDBd3zXL376eopi-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ckwyi6uJDBd3zXL376eopi-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">GPS tracking devices to become mandatory as Lappartient warns \u2018UCI will have no option but to enforce\u2019 the technology if teams refuse to collaborate<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ccc] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-3\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-3\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-3\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RwzmAx5hHT6BiQqZUVka7A-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/RwzmAx5hHT6BiQqZUVka7A-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Are scientists now more important than star riders? Inside pro cycling&#8217;s race for scientific innovation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<p>The Van Rysel Airbag system is powered by an algorithm &#8220;trained on 450 million kilometres of data,&#8221; likely from the motorbike world and which analyses rider dynamics up to 1000 times a second to help identify when a rider is crashing.<\/p>\n<p>Deploying in a claimed 60 milliseconds, the suit has a claimed target weight of 700 grams, with 500 grams of this weight being the airbag system.<\/p>\n<p>The Airbag focuses on three body areas: the central core, cervical zone and spinal line. Focusing protection on the thorax and rib cage, neck and back, though the brand says more zones may be explored over time.<\/p>\n<p>The brand&#8217;s press material doesn&#8217;t go into technical specifics, but looking at the In&amp;motion website, its system appears to use inflatable airbag units, inflated with a &#8216;gas generator&#8217; &#8211; likely some kind of cartridge &#8211; with the system being operated by a control unit.<\/p>\n<p>Van Rysel says it aims to make the technology available for anyone to purchase within the next two years, and whilst a skinsuit product is more race-specific, the fact that another company is investing in airbag technology for cyclists indicates that we aren&#8217;t a million miles away from some real advancements in safer cycling kit and equipment for cyclists.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block mb-5\" id=\"articleTag\" data-component-name=\"PostArticleLinks\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"post-article-links\">\n<div class=\"border-b border-b-black border-solid py-2.5 text-black font-bold uppercase\">TOPICS<\/div>\n<nav class=\"py-2.5 flex gap-2.5 flex-wrap\" data-analytics-id=\"article-tag\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-tag\">\n<p>Tech<\/p>\n<p>Road<\/p>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"slice-container-authorBio-vvrE6cmkyVqfg7xxrWqKxU\" class=\"slice-container slice-author-bio authorBio-vvrE6cmkyVqfg7xxrWqKxU slice-container-authorBio\">\n<div class=\"author author__default-layout author--separator author--collapsible\" data-hydrate=\"true\">\n<div class=\"author__header\">\n<div class=\"author__avatar-block\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"author__avatar image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE-140-80.jpg.webp 140w\" sizes=\"99vw\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__heading\">\n<div class=\"author__name\">Tom Wieckowski<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__social\">\n<nav class=\"button-social-group author__social-buttons\" aria-labelledby=\"button-social-group- author__social-buttons\">\n<div id=\"button-social-group- author__social-buttons\">Social Links Navigation<\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__role\">Tech writer<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__bio-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"author__biography\">\n<p>Tom joined the Cyclingnews team in late 2022 as a tech writer. Despite having a degree in English Literature he has spent his entire working life in the cycling industry in one form or another. He has over 10 years of experience as a qualified mechanic, with the last five years before joining Cyclingnews being spent running an independent workshop. This means he is just as happy tinkering away in the garage as he is out on the road bike, and he isn\u2019t afraid to pull a bike apart or get hands-on with it when testing to really see what it\u2019s made of.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>He has ridden and raced bikes from an early age up to a national level on the road and track, and has ridden and competed in most disciplines. He has a keen eye for pro-team tech and enjoys spotting new or interesting components in the wild. During his time at Cyclingnews, Tom has already interviewed some of the sport&#8217;s biggest names including Mathieu van der Poel, Tadej Poga\u010dar and Alberto Contador. He&#8217;s also covered various launches from brands such as Pinarello, Ridley, Specialized and more, tackled the Roubaix Challenge sportive aboard his own rim-brake Cannondale SuperSix Evo, tested over 20 aero helmets in the wind tunnel, and has created helpful in-depth buying advice relating to countless categories from torque wrenches to winter clothing.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"mt-6 lg:px-0 relative max-w-[1070px] mx-auto viafoura-twig-component px-4\" data-component-name=\"Viafoura:Comments\" data-nosnippet data-community-guidelines-text=\"&lt;p class='vfcustom-community-guidelines'&gt;Please follow our &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/about\/#section-community-guidelines&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;community guidelines&lt;\/a&gt;.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-join-the-conversation-text=\"Join the Conversation\">\n<div class=\"absolute top-0 left-0 w-full h-full flex items-center justify-center z-50 bg-white\/90 border-1\">\n<div class=\"p-2 text-center\">\n<p class=\"mb-3 !text-lg\">You must confirm your public display name before commenting<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-3 !text-sm\">Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"mx-2 my-5 sm:mx-0\">\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-adviser:hybrid\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Read more<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Wearable airbag technology could be coming to the pro peloton soon \u2013 Here&#8217;s why its creators think it could be a game changer<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"sponsored-post--placeholder max-w-full animate-pulse\"><span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Safety<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Airbags a step closer to the pro peloton as UCI opens consultation process<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"sponsored-post--placeholder max-w-full animate-pulse\"><span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; 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Inside pro cycling&#8217;s race for scientific innovation<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"sponsored-post--placeholder max-w-full animate-pulse\"><span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"w-full\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-stacked\">\n<div data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-solr:latest-category\">\n<div class=\"text-white py-4 px-3 mb-4 bg-[#333] uppercase font-bold custom-header-styles\">Latest in Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/div>\n<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 gap-4 mt-4 mb-5\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pdjx59DdTrYRupTDvLD3Yh-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pdjx59DdTrYRupTDvLD3Yh-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pdjx59DdTrYRupTDvLD3Yh-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pdjx59DdTrYRupTDvLD3Yh-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/pdjx59DdTrYRupTDvLD3Yh-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Skoda develops bike bell that can bypass noise-cancelling headphones, and then gives the technology away for free<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"sponsored-post--placeholder max-w-full animate-pulse\"><span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/DV9gtqKKuzAoBnNHThbWDE-840-80.png.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/DV9gtqKKuzAoBnNHThbWDE-650-80.png.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/DV9gtqKKuzAoBnNHThbWDE-500-80.png.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/DV9gtqKKuzAoBnNHThbWDE-450-80.png.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/DV9gtqKKuzAoBnNHThbWDE-320-80.png.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Tech &amp; Components<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Ineos Grenadiers trialling hybrid wireless MTB groupset for Paris-Roubaix, but not for the reason you might expect<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet data-ad-slot-path=\"feed-sponsored-post\" data-attribute-device=\"all\">\n<div class=\"sponsored-post--placeholder max-w-full animate-pulse\"><span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block bg-gray-100\">\u00a0<br \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aspect-[--img-listing-aspect-ratio,16\/9] relative mb-3.5\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fbAdDQyZegtwfQmqUSJdDB-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fbAdDQyZegtwfQmqUSJdDB-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fbAdDQyZegtwfQmqUSJdDB-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fbAdDQyZegtwfQmqUSJdDB-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/fbAdDQyZegtwfQmqUSJdDB-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Wheels &amp; 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This announcement follows the Aerobag Airbag technology that was announced in early January, as well as the UCI&#8217;s opening of a consultation process for the technology in late February.<\/p>\n<p>Van Rysel claims there have been 1300 fractures in the last six years in professional cycling competition (source unknown), and the 2026 pro cycling injury list already makes for a sobering read. Injury rates are high in pro cycling with minimal safety protection for riders.<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-9f7ed1c6-f90b-4bd6-b476-870da7c6a76e-2\" class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Van Rysel says &#8216;Project Airbag&#8217; reflects its ambition to help drive the next standard in cycling protection, and the system is being developed in collaboration with the Decathlon CMA CGM and Van Rysel-Roubaix squads.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-continues-below block py-2 text-sm\">Article continues below <\/span><\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet class=\"clear-both pb-0 pt-2 mb-4\"><span class=\"\n            flex\n            after:content-[''] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]\n            before:content-[''] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]\n            font-article-heading pb-0 !text-base uppercase sm:text-sm font-bold\n        \"><br \/>\n            You may like<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"flex flex-col gap-0 m-0\">\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-1\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-inline-1\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-inline-1\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/wLe5LzrF4i8Bvw7eUdx3n6-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Wearable airbag technology could be coming to the pro peloton soon \u2013 Here&#8217;s why its creators think it could be a game changer<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-2\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-inline-2\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-inline-2\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/rQsRAv52UnqZ3MCJsrmA6a-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Airbags a step closer to the pro peloton as UCI opens consultation process<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ccc] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-3\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-inline-3\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-inline-3\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/uugeqi8y2ugy8gbHruHmhn-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"\n                            w-full font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2 text-base font-medium\">Velofollies tech gallery: Airbag bibshorts, wireless electronic shoes, and beautiful custom paint<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">The Van Rysel Airbag tech differs from the Aerobag setup in that it is integrated into a specific skinsuit. In contrast, the Aerobag airbag system can be retrofitted to a range of cycling clothing and accessories. The skinsuit also uses abrasion-resistant materials, which have been available for some time in cycling kit, but haven&#8217;t yet been fully embraced.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">The skinsuit itself has also been developed with help from Swiss Side, using CFD and wind tunnel testing to replicate the performance of a regular WorldTour skinsuit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Matching race kit requirements has likely been a sticking point in improving safer cycling clothing for some time. Weight, comfort, aerodynamics, thermal efficiency, and let&#8217;s face it, style are all key factors when it comes to skinsuits and performance-oriented cycling kit, and any new safety tech needs to be comfortable, aero and lightweight.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paywall\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Van Rysel says thermoregulation has been a key area of focus, alongside aerodynamics. However, no results or claims have been given in the brand&#8217;s press material, and the brand says validation in this area is still ongoing.<\/p>\n<div id=\"slice-container-newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-vvrE6cmkyVqfg7xxrWqKxU\" class=\"slice-container newsletter-inbodyContent-slice newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-vvrE6cmkyVqfg7xxrWqKxU slice-container-newsletterForm\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"newsletter-form__wrapper newsletter-form__wrapper--inbodyContent\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__container\">\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__top-bar\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form__header\">Get The Leadout Newsletter<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"newsletter-form__main-section\">\n<p class=\"newsletter-form__strapline\">The latest race content, interviews, features, reviews and expert buying guides, direct to your inbox!<\/p>\n<footer class=\"newsletter-form__footer \">By submitting your information you agree to the Terms &amp; Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.<\/footer>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-05502ade-1943-4ec7-ad14-324ae7ec9330\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/zfXFkKHnba8C7bc8K99zWc-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Van Rysel)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-de9e9566-fd1a-4cb0-a944-3ea9e50bf5e9\">Van Rysel says its airbag skinsuit is fully functional and that it is &#8216;in final validation with professional riders ahead of potential race deployment.&#8217; While we do not expect to see it rolled out for Paris-Roubaix this weekend, due to the UCI consultation process being ongoing, it&#8217;s another indication that airbag technology may not be far away for racers.<\/p>\n<p>Van Rysel&#8217;s airbag tech has been developed with In&amp;motion, a US-based firm specialising in airbag technology for motorbike, equestrian, and snow sports.<\/p>\n<p>The CEO of In&amp;motion, Remi Thomas, explained, \u201cThe strength of our technology lies in the scale and quality of the data we have accumulated over the years, with hundreds of millions of kilometres captured across high-intensity environments such as MotoGP and ski-racing. 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Inside pro cycling&#8217;s race for scientific innovation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<p>The Van Rysel Airbag system is powered by an algorithm &#8220;trained on 450 million kilometres of data,&#8221; likely from the motorbike world and which analyses rider dynamics up to 1000 times a second to help identify when a rider is crashing.<\/p>\n<p>Deploying in a claimed 60 milliseconds, the suit has a claimed target weight of 700 grams, with 500 grams of this weight being the airbag system.<\/p>\n<p>The Airbag focuses on three body areas: the central core, cervical zone and spinal line. Focusing protection on the thorax and rib cage, neck and back, though the brand says more zones may be explored over time.<\/p>\n<p>The brand&#8217;s press material doesn&#8217;t go into technical specifics, but looking at the In&amp;motion website, its system appears to use inflatable airbag units, inflated with a &#8216;gas generator&#8217; &#8211; likely some kind of cartridge &#8211; with the system being operated by a control unit.<\/p>\n<p>Van Rysel says it aims to make the technology available for anyone to purchase within the next two years, and whilst a skinsuit product is more race-specific, the fact that another company is investing in airbag technology for cyclists indicates that we aren&#8217;t a million miles away from some real advancements in safer cycling kit and equipment for cyclists.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/cycling-tech-components\/in-cycling-you-had-to-choose-between-performance-and-safety-van-rysel-announces-a-new-airbag-equipped-aero-skinsuit\/&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/USBF2mzxpo7E643cYxsjvc-2560-80.jpg&#8221;] Cycling Tech &amp; Components &#8216;In cycling, you had to choose between performance and safety&#8217; &#8211; Van Rysel announces a new airbag-equipped aero skinsuit News By Tom Wieckowski published 10 April 2026 Is Van Rysel&#8217;s airbag announcement another strong sign that airbag safety technology in pro racing is on the way When you [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[226,68],"class_list":["post-1876456","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-politics","tag-crawlmanager","tag-cyclingnews-com"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1876456","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1876456"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1876456\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1876456"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1876456"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1876456"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}