All articles tagged with #traction
Adidas unveils the Adizero Horizon football cleat, a lightweight design engineered to unlock speed by boosting braking and sharp cuts through SEPR8 innovations (more studs with heel extension, interior/exterior plates, Lightstrike foam and a rocker toe). Developed with Rome Odunze and adidas athletes, it debuts with select partners this season and will be widely available in Fall 2026 for $250.
Pinkbike reader Matt Morrison conducted an experiment to determine the difference in traction between a fresh tire and a worn-out tire. Using a data acquisition system, he measured traction loss events while riding. The experiment revealed that traction is more complex than simply having it or not. The author concludes that if your current tire holds air and keeps you rolling, there's no need to buy a new one.
A YouTuber has created a clever engineering video using a Lego car to demonstrate the basics of winter driving. The video explores various automotive designs and modifications that impact traction on slippery surfaces. It highlights the importance of weight distribution, all-wheel drive systems, wider tires, and even unconventional designs like a six-legged walker and a tracked vehicle. While the video doesn't cover the value of proper tires and tire chains, it emphasizes the skill and finesse required to drive safely in icy conditions.
NBA players rely on a pad of translucent sheets of adhesive known as a Slipp-Nott or "sticky pad" to ensure they have enough traction during games. Created in 1987, the Slipp-Nott comes in different sizes and is customized with team logos. While some players use wiping methods like the lick-and-wipe or dry wipe, most rely on the sticky pad. The price for customized pads is now $588. The Slipp-Nott dominated the court-traction market in the NBA until the introduction of Court Grip in 2011, but the sticky pad remains the preferred choice for most players.
NBA players rely on a pad of translucent sheets of adhesive known as a Slipp-Nott or "sticky pad" to ensure they have enough traction during games. Created in 1987, the Slipp-Nott comes in different sizes and is customized with team logos. While some players use wiping methods like the lick-and-wipe or dry wipe, most rely on the sticky pad. The price for customized pads is now $588. The Slipp-Nott dominated the court-traction market in the NBA until the introduction of Court Grip in 2011, but the sticky pad remains the preferred choice for most players.