The true cost of disposable safety gear
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For decades, the protective gear industry has relied on short-term products, made from cheaper materials that do their job in use but remain on the planet for hundreds of years. The environmental cost of this cycle is enormous and it’s time we rethink how we build, use and dispose of the gear at RE ZRO®.

The Problem with Traditional Gear

Safety gear is built to take a hit, because that’s its job. But after just one crash or heavy impact, many conventional products are rendered useless. Whether it’s motorcycle body armour, mountain bike knee pads or snow sports protectors, once they’re damaged, they’re often beyond repair. Most of these products are made from non-recyclable materials that take hundreds of years to break down. The result? Piles of discarded gear littering landfills across the globe polluting the environment.

Building for Longevity and Circularity

At RE ZRO®, we believe there’s a better way. We design impact protection that doesn’t just perform but also lasts. Our gear is low profile, lightweight, flexible and built to move with you through the most demanding adventures. But it’s more than just performance. We’ve engineered our products to be both recyclable and biodegradable. This commitment to circularity means that when your gear reaches the end of its life and even if it does end up in a landfill, it's designed to return to the earth thanks to its biodegradable structure.

Performance Without Compromise

One of the biggest misconceptions is that sustainable gear can’t compete with traditional options. At RE ZRO®, we’re proving it with every athlete we work with. Our body armour meets and exceeds CE-certified impact protection while remaining lightweight and flexible. We use cutting-edge materials that don’t just absorb impacts but won't remain on the planet for decades to come.

Changing the Mindset

We believe that making a sustainable choice shouldn’t mean compromising on safety or performance. It’s time the industry thinks about their manufacturing processes and how the materials they use impact the planet. When choosing RE ZRO®, you’re not just choosing protection but an innovative and more sustainable way forward.

Let’s challenge the norm and rethink how we protect ourselves and our planet. Because when it comes to safety gear, it’s time to break the cycle of waste and build something better.

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