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La Vuelta 1983: Hinault’s Second Spanish Triumph

The 1983 Vuelta a España was one of the most thrilling editions of Spain’s Grand Tour, a race packed with drama, fierce battles, and the dominance of one of cycling’s greatest champions: Bernard Hinault.

The Champion Returns

Hinault had already made history in 1978 when, at just 23 years old, he won his very first Grand Tour at La Vuelta. By 1983, he was already a cycling legend — a three-time Tour de France winner, a Giro d’Italia champion, and the...

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Cycling’s Forgotten Teams: Reliving the Flair of Underdog Squads

In the grand theater of professional cycling, it's often the juggernauts—the likes of La Vie Claire, Team Sky, or Jumbo-Visma—that dominate the spotlight. But behind the glare of yellow jerseys and podium sweeps lies a rich tapestry of teams whose impact transcended victories. These are the forgotten squads, the underdog collectives who brought color, charisma, and cult followings to the sport. Today, we ride back through time to honor these unsung heroes and the vintage kits that keep their legacies...

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Cycling Jerseys by Country: A Global Visual Journey

Cycling is more than just sport—it's style, identity, and storytelling. Nowhere is that more obvious than in the jerseys worn by the pro peloton. From bold block colors to artistic sponsor logos, each country has contributed its own visual flair to cycling fashion. Let’s take a global ride through the jerseys that shaped the aesthetic of the sport, one country at a time.

🇮🇹 Italy: Elegance on Two Wheels

Italian cycling style is all about passion, flair, and fashion-forward design. Whether...

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Shop the Legends: Tour de France Retro Gear Now On Sale

Relive the golden age of cycling with vintage jerseys that celebrate the legends of the Tour. Every July, the Tour de France reminds us why we fell in love with cycling: the epic climbs, the breakaways, the drama—and the iconic jerseys. At PullingTurns.com, we believe that cycling history should be worn, celebrated, and passed on. That’s why we’ve put together a special sale on our Tour de France retro gear, so you can channel the greats while you ride. Whether you’re a...

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Epic Climbs, Iconic Kits – Save on Tour de France Classics

From Alpe d’Huez to the Galibier, relive cycling’s greatest moments in the jerseys that made them legendary. The Tour de France isn’t just about kilometers—it’s about the mountain passes that crush dreams, the breakaways that become legends, and the jerseys worn in the heat of battle. At PullingTurns.com, we celebrate the heroes and the gear that defined cycling’s most iconic moments. And now, you can save big on the jerseys that conquered the climbs.

🐓 La Vie Claire on the Col du...

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Cycling Rivalries Immortalized in Jerseys

Hinault vs. LeMond, Indurain vs. Chiappucci, Pantani vs. Ullrich — the drama of the jersey. In professional cycling, rivalries fuel legends. They’re not just contests of endurance or strategy—they’re psychological duels, unfolding over mountain passes and finishing straights. And often, these legendary battles are remembered not only for the results, but for the jerseys worn in the heat of competition. At PullingTurns.com, we believe every jersey tells a story—and some of the most iconic stories in cycling are shaped by rivalry.

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The Greatest Tours of the 80s and 90s – And What the Riders Wore

The 1980s and 1990s were a golden age for cycling. The battles were fierce, the characters were larger than life, and the jerseys—oh, the jerseys—were unforgettable. At PullingTurns.com, we don’t just admire the legends of the road, we celebrate the iconic kits they wore while making history. Let’s rewind to some of the most legendary editions of the Tour de France, Giro d’Italia, and Vuelta a España from this era—and the jerseys that became symbols of greatness.

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Behind the Design: The Story Behind the 1987 Carrera Jersey

The 1987 Carrera cycling jersey is more than a piece of lycra—it’s a symbol of an era when bold design met powerhouse riders, and Italian flair took center stage in the peloton.

🇮🇹 An Italian Icon Is Born

Founded in the early '80s, the Carrera Jeans–Vagabond team was named after the iconic Italian denim brand, and it quickly became known for its aggressive style—on and off the bike. But it was in 1987 that the team truly found its...

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Why Vintage Cycling Jerseys Still Turn Heads in 2025

In an era dominated by minimalist kits and power meters, there’s something undeniably cool about pulling on a vintage cycling jersey. Whether it’s a bright 90s pro team top or a rare amateur club kit from the 80s, these jerseys don’t just look good — they carry stories of breakaways, podiums, and pure grit. At PullingTurns.com, we’re all about that retro vibe — here’s why these classics still ride strong in today’s peloton.

1. The Golden Age of Graphics

Modern kits may...

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🌊 The Jersey That Rode for the Planet: Team Sky’s 2018 Tour de France “Ocean Rescue” Kit

In the world of professional cycling, jerseys are more than just fabric – they’re statements. And few have spoken louder than Team Sky’s “Ocean Rescue” kit during the 2018 Tour de France. Launched as part of a bold environmental initiative, this special edition jersey ditched Sky’s iconic black-and-blue palette for a striking white design with a black core – symbolizing clarity, responsibility, and a call to action. Emblazoned with “Ocean Rescue”, the kit wasn’t just about winning races; it...

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