Stoko Men’s K1 Supportive Tight - Knee Support Exoskeleton Tights

The Stoko K1 is not just a sports legging — it is what is called a textile exoskeleton. Where conventional devices use metal frames or motors, Stoko uses the patented Embrace™ system: a network of 30 meters of high-strength cables (15 times stronger than steel at equal weight) built directly into the fabric.

Why is it an alternative to conventional exoskeletons?

Although it is not motorized (passive), the Stoko K1 offers the same joint stabilization as a rigid exoskeleton, but with major advantages for athletes:

• Price: At under €500, it costs 2 to 10 times less than a robotic system such as the Hypershell or the Japet.

• Discretion: It is worn like ordinary sports tights. Nobody knows you are wearing a medical support system.

• Freedom of movement: Unlike mechanical hinges, which can limit range of motion, the Stoko's cables imitate your natural ligaments and only tighten when the joint is at risk.

• Featherweight: It weighs 60% less than a traditional rigid brace.

Millimeter-precise control technology

At the waistband, two adjustment dials (BOA type) let you tune the cable tension independently for each leg. You can release the tension during rest phases and “screw it down” to the maximum before a committed ski descent or a technical trail.

Sport & health benefits:

• Medical support: Certified as a Class 1 medical device, it helps manage ACL (cruciate ligament) instability, meniscus problems and chronic pain.

• Reduced fatigue: Targeted compression improves blood circulation and reduces muscle vibration.

• Boosted confidence: Ideal for athletes who fear re-injury, it gives a permanent sense of “security” without the nuisance of a hard frame.

Technical specifications:

• Technology: Embrace™ system (high-strength polymer cables).

• Material: 3D-knit fabric, breathable and machine washable (bag included).

• Adjustment: Dual control dial at the waist.

• Use: Skiing, trail running, running, hiking, CrossFit.

• Weight: Under 600 g.

The pitch:

“Do you dream of an exoskeleton to protect your knees, but you don't want to look like a robot or spend €2,000? The Stoko K1 is the solution. It offers the stability of armor with the comfort of a second skin. It is the smartest investment for extending your sporting career without weighing you down.”