Counterfeit athletic cups: why fake sports protection puts athletes at risk

We’re sharing this article and the video to raise awareness about an important issue: counterfeit versions of a lobloo® cup.

Video: lobloo® Original vs Counterfeit

Counterfeit lobloo® cup removed from the market

The product shown in this video has now been removed from the market after it was found to infringe on our patented and design-protected cup. If you come across this or similar counterfeits claiming to be lobloo®, we want to inform you about the serious risks they pose.

Why counterfeit athletic cups are dangerously different

These copies may look similar, but they are dangerously different. Made from low-quality, untested plastic, they can’t withstand pressure or impact and offer no real protection. On top of the poor construction, there’s no way of knowing what chemical risks they may pose to your body. We also discovered that the rough, fixed edge is unhygienic and not skin-friendly.

A safety concern for athletes and parents

As athletes and parents ourselves, and with the story behind lobloo®, we find that deeply troubling.
If you wouldn’t let your own child wear it, don’t sell it.

Why lobloo® was created by athletes

lobloo® was created by athletes, for athletes. Built on experience from the highest level of competition, our products were developed to solve problems we faced ourselves: the need for protection that becomes part of you. Protection that lets you perform at your max, without distractions, only focus. So you can win.

A decade of development behind our patented athletic cup system

We spent nearly a decade studying and refining every detail of our cups, which led to our patented system. Inspired by biomechanical principles, our fitting system allows the cup to move with your body while staying in place during every transition.

Designed for real-world sports performance and certified protection

Every cup is designed based on how sports are played and how the body moves, to offer real protection across all ages, genders, and disciplines. They are tested by athletes and CE-certified before going to market. Our cups come with a lifetime guarantee against breakage and use the same class of plastic commonly used in bulletproof equipment.

Why we don’t compromise on groin protection

We don’t compromise.
A low blow can mean permanent injury, for all genders.

How to choose a safe and certified athletic cup

If you’re searching for cheaper options, make sure they’re from an original brand. Make sure they can prove what they promise. Look for some form of certification. This isn’t like choosing a t-shirt. Athletic cups aren’t regulated the same way helmets are, which is exactly why you need to know what you’re buying.

This is about protection, not imitation

This isn’t about copying a design or a look. This is about protection, the kind that protects your future and your family. That’s not something to compromise on.

What lobloo® stands for

lobloo® stands for something more.
Tested by athletes.
Engineered through biomechanics.
Designed to FREE YOUR MAX.

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Author
Usama Aziz
CEO & Founder | lobloo®
Former elite athlete and inventor of patented sports protection