Tried and tested since 1983, CTi braces have become a staple of many motocross riders' kits.
The first version of the CTi was released in 1983 by Innovation Sports, set up by Jim and his brother Ed with endorsement and investment from renowned knee surgeon Dr Richard Steadman. Named after the Carbon (C) frame and Titanium (Ti) hinges and tested on skiers, the first brace sold was actually to a motocross rider. It has since become a staple of many riders kit and established itself as one of the most popular options for knee bracing in extreme sports.
In 2006 Icelandic company Ossur acquired Innovation Sports and began to manufacture the CTi knee brace. Known for its use of silicon and carbon fibre in manufacturing lower limb prosthetics, Ossur integrated its Sensil Silicone into the CTi liners in 2007.