Dainese introduced the first airbag vests in 1995 and Alpinestars wasn't far behind, debuting their version in 2001. While motorcycle racers used the new protective gear far more than road riders, airbag vests and jackets have gained popularity in the consumer market more recently. Despite nearly 30 years of airbag gear development, no brand has applied the technology to trousers.
Until now, that is, as French gear maker CX Air Dynamics launches the first airbag pants with the Easyrider trousers. After successfully hosting a crowdfunding campaign on KissKissBankBank in November, 2020, the firm was able to mass-produce the new airbag pants.
