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A cycling jersey is a specialised
A cycling jersey is a specialised jersey
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for cycling
Cycling, also, when on a two-wheeled bicycle, called bicycling or biking, is the use of cycles for transport, recreation, exercise or sport. People engaged in cycling are referred to as "cyclists", "bicyclists", or "bikers". Apart from two ...
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The cycling jersey used to be made of wool since the inception of cycling as a sport in the early 1900s, while contemporary jerseys have evolved into technical sportswear
Sportswear or activewear is clothing, including footwear, worn for sport or physical exercise. Sport-specific clothing is worn for most sports and physical exercise, for practical, comfort or safety reasons.
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that is lightweight, fitted, made of synthetic and moisture-wicking fabric.
A specialised cycling jersey for the road discipline features the following unique characteristics:
* A longer cut in the back to accommodate the bent-over cycling position
* Pockets on the back panel to prevent spill
* Silicone grippers at the hem to prevent the jersey from moving up the body while cycling
* Full length zip to allow for ventilation
* Tight-fitting cut to eliminate loose fabric and reduce air resistance
* Moisture-wicking material to keep the cyclist cooler and more comfortable
Cycling jerseys are available in various cuts. For instance, a loose 'club cut' offering relaxed fit for recreational cyclists, and a form-fitting 'race cut' featuring a tailored fit that is tighter and shorter. Jerseys for other cycling disciplines such as mountain biking
Mountain biking is a sport of riding bicycles off-road, often over rough terrain, usually using specially designed mountain bikes. Mountain bikes share similarities with other bikes but incorporate features designed to enhance durability and pe ...
have different characteristics. Looser jerseys allow body armour to be worn beneath. Long sleeve options also provide additional protection against branches and twigs.
Professional cycling is heavily sponsored. Regulations specify the size, colour and the placement of sponsor, national federation and manufacturer logos and other graphics. In professional races, certain colours or patterns have special symbolism that signify the leader or the champion of a race or tour. Numbers are pinned on the back of the jersey for a race.
See also
*Cycling
Cycling, also, when on a two-wheeled bicycle, called bicycling or biking, is the use of cycles for transport, recreation, exercise or sport. People engaged in cycling are referred to as "cyclists", "bicyclists", or "bikers". Apart from two ...
* Cycling kit
In competitive cycling, the kit (or uniform) is the standard equipment and attire worn specifically by athletes participating in the sport. The outfits differ from other forms of cycling, such as commuting and recreational cycling due to the nee ...
* Distinctive jerseys in professional cycling
Jerseys symbolising race positions include the yellow jersey, or ''maillot jaune'', from the Tour de France, the pink jersey, or ''maglia rosa'', from the Giro d'Italia, and the red jersey, or ''la roja,'' from the Vuelta a España. The first ...
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* Performance fabrics
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* Road bicycle racing
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* Road cycling
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* Spandex
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* Sportswear
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Typical sport-specific garments ...
References
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