In a breakthrough for adaptive sports gear, impact protection innovator G-Form has launched an adaptive riding bib—the first padded base layer bib explicitly designed for adaptive mountain biking (aMTB). Developed in partnership with Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports, the new product provides targeted protection and seated comfort for athletes with disabilities, addressing long-standing challenges in adaptive gear design.
The bib was created with input from experienced adaptive riders and features G-Form’s proprietary SmartFlex technology—flexible padding that hardens on impact to protect hips and critical pressure points. It also includes an extended lower-back chamois for seated comfort and an easy-access design free of hardware closures, making it suitable for adaptive mountian biking and other adaptive sports and daily use.
“Developing the adaptive riding bib has been an important and meaningful project for G-Form,” said Kris Lonergan, G-Form’s director of product development. “It supports our mission to empower every athlete to reach their full potential.”
G-Form partnered with Vermont Adaptive, a nonprofit known for its inclusive recreation programs, to produce a video campaign featuring local athletes to highlight the innovation. The organization’s proximity to G-Form’s Rhode Island headquarters made collaboration seamless.
“It’s incredible to see a global brand like G-Form prioritize protection and inclusion for all MTB athletes,” said Jeff Alexander, director of strategic partnerships and business development at Vermont Adaptive. “This product is a game-changer for accessibility in the outdoors.”
The adaptive riding bib is available at select retailers and at g-form.com.
An adaptive riding bib fits under mountain bike shorts offering targeted protection and seat comfort.
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