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16MarMarch 16, 2026

The Primavera Kit: Dressing for the Great Shift

Milan-San Remo is a 298km lesson in thermodynamics. When the peloton rolls out of the misty Pavia morning, it’s 4°C and damp. Six hours later, as they hit the Poggio, the Ligurian sun is beating down at a balmy 18°C. For the rider, this isn’t just a race; it’s a masterclass in layering, shedding, and the "Italian Chic" of the spring classics. 1. The Gilet: The MVP of March In the world of Pulling Turns, the gilet (or vest) is the undisputed...

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06MarMarch 6, 2026

The Master of the Clock: How Jacques Anquetil and St. Raphael-Gitane Redefined the Tour de France

At PullingTurns.com, we don’t just sell jerseys; we curate the history of the peloton. To understand the soul of our St. Raphael-Gitane Yellow Jersey, you have to travel back to the summer of 1963—a year when one man’s cool calculation changed cycling forever. The Rise of "Monsieur Chrono" In the early 1960s, the cycling world was divided. You had the "Panache" riders who attacked with wild abandon, and then you had Jacques Anquetil. Riding for the powerhouse St. Raphael-Gitane team, Anquetil was...

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09FebFebruary 9, 2026

The Changing of the Guard: The 1997 Tour de France in Two Jerseys

The 1997 Tour de France remains a pivotal chapter in cycling history. It was the year the "Old Guard" was finally overtaken by a new, powerhouse generation. To understand the 1997 Tour is to look at two jerseys that dominated the landscape of the Alps and Pyrenees: Jan Ullrich’s Maillot Jaune and Richard Virenque’s Maillot à Pois. The Yellow Jersey: Jan Ullrich’s Teutonic Takeover In 1997, a 23-year-old Jan Ullrich from Team Telekom didn't just win the Yellow Jersey; he redefined how...

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15JanJanuary 15, 2026

The Heroic Guide: Preparing Your Equipment for L’Eroica

Participating in L’Eroica in Siena, or any of its global chapters, is a rite of passage for cycling purists. To ride the "White Roads" (Strade Bianche), you must embrace the spirit of the past. However, the rules for "Bici Eroiche" (Heroic Bikes) are strict. If you are preparing for the dust and glory of Tuscany, here is how to ensure your equipment and apparel are up to the challenge. 1. The Bike: Rules of the Road To be officially recognized at L’Eroica, your...

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06JanJanuary 6, 2026

The Art of the Casquette: How to Wear a Vintage Cycling Cap

The cycling cap, or casquette, is the most versatile accessory in a rider’s wardrobe. It’s a piece of cloth steeped in tradition, famously perched on the heads of legends like Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault, and Laurent Fignon long before the days of mandatory helmets. But wearing a vintage cap like the 1978 Renault edition isn’t just about putting it on—it’s about the attitude. Here is the PullingTurns guide to mastering the look. 1. The "Peak Up" (The Classic Look) This is the most...

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05JanJanuary 5, 2026

Battle of the Blue Train: 2000 vs. 2004 US Postal Kits

For collectors of vintage cycling apparel, choosing between the different iterations of the US Postal Service (USPS) team kit is like choosing between vintage sports cars. Each year represents a different milestone in the team's evolution. At PullingTurns, we break down the differences between two of the most popular sets in our vault. The 2000 "Silver & Blue" Jersey: The Dawn of an Era The year 2000 was a turning point. After the "surprise" win in 1999, the USPS team returned to...

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02JanJanuary 2, 2026

The Winter “Marea Naranja”: Mastering the Art of Cold-Weather Cycling

For many, the first frost signals a move to the indoor trainer. But for those of us at pullingturns.com, winter is a season of legendary rides and "heroic" miles. There is something profoundly rewarding about cutting through a crisp morning mist in a kit that makes you feel invincible. However, winter riding is a game of strategy. If you dress too light, you freeze; dress too heavy, and you’ll "boil in the bag," leading to a damp chill that’s impossible to...

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26DecDecember 26, 2025

The Mondrian & The Mayhem: Unpacking the Legend of the La Vie Claire Cycling Jersey

Introduction: When Cycling Met Modern Art – A Revolution in the Peloton In the vibrant, often dusty world of 1980s professional cycling, jerseys were typically functional, bearing sponsor logos on simple block colors. Then came La Vie Claire. Like a splash of abstract art hitting a canvas, their kit exploded onto the scene, forever changing the visual landscape of the peloton. This wasn't just a jersey; it was a statement – a bold, geometric masterpiece inspired by the Dutch artist Piet...

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09DecDecember 9, 2025

Vintage Warmth: How to Layer a Retro Long-Sleeve Jersey for Modern Winter Riding

Vintage Warmth: Layering Your Retro Long-Sleeve Cycling Jersey for Cold Weather Performance 🚴 Why Your Vintage Long-Sleeve Jersey is Perfect for Winter For cyclists who appreciate the heritage of the sport, riding in an authentic vintage or retro long-sleeve jersey is a point of pride. But can these classic kits handle modern winter conditions? Absolutely! With the right layering strategy, your fleece-lined vintage jerseys from teams like Astana or Molteni can outperform bulky, non-breathable modern gear. This guide from pullingturns.com will...

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Imperial Beer Cycling Jersey – Costa Rica Edition | Limited Offer €26.90

14NovNovember 14, 2025

Ride & Pour: The Beer Cycling Jerseys Collection at PullingTurns.com

From Guinness to Peroni — kit up, ride out, and rep your favourite brew If you love perfect lines on the bike and perfect pints after the ride, PullingTurns.com has the jersey for you. Our Beer Cycling Jerseys mix pro-level cycling performance with playful beer branding — think breathable, aerodynamic kit that looks great on group rides, at gran fondos, and in the pub garden afterwards. Whether you’re a stout loyalist (Guinness), an Italian lager fan (Peroni), or a tropical sun-lover (Imperial),...

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