Le Coq Sportif crea el Maillot Amarillo 2013

Le coq sportif, official sponsor and supplier of the Tour de France, presents the Yellow Jersey 2013.

A unique jersey for a special edition, that of the centenary of the Tour. Symbol of the most important cycling race in the world, the Yellow Jersey 2013 oozes innovation. Its emblematic yellow color, now even brighter, is sublimated with a «Moor's head» visible against the light on the body of the jersey. A scoop that yields homage to the island of Corsica, that he 29 June will host the Grand Exit of the hundredth edition of the Tower of France and whose flag bears this silhouette of medieval origin.

The tour of 2013 presents another peculiarity : the grand finale will take place at night for the first time in history. A source of inspiration for le coq sportif, that has adorned the golden tunic with reflective details.

The Yellow Jersey will be a ray of light in the middle of the night, and the winner of the 2013 Tour de France. Designed with a combination of high-tech materials, the Yellow Jersey 2013 it is ultralight. Este año, The reflective Le Tour de France 100ème badge contrasts with the flocked le coq sportif logo.

The Yellow Jersey 2013 has drawn on the riches of its heritage to create an authentic design with a wide range of flat stitched collar, inspired by the Tour de 1951. The initials HD, as well as the reflective dedication, They are a tribute to Henri Desgrange, founder of the Tour:

«En 1903, Henri Desgrange créait le plus grand évènement sportif de tous les temps» (En 1903, Henri Desgrange creaba el mayor acontecimiento deportivo de todos los tiempos).

Technique and design

The aerodynamics of the jersey is ensured by an anatomical cut that adapts perfectly to the runner's shapes., as well as the transparent silicone bands placed on the bottom of the jersey and on the sleeves. These bands prevent the jersey from moving and prevent air penetration.

The sleeves, Made from a flexible, seamless elastane blend, They also contribute to the well-being of cyclists. They reach below the triceps and They do not exert pressure at any point, allowing blood to circulate better in the arms.

To promote air circulation, It has a half zipper in the front and two ventilation panels in the back : one made of ultra-breathable 3D mesh at the bottom of the neck and the other, along the back, micro ventilated mesh. Each element effectively regulates the runners' body temperature depending on weather conditions and, in this way, limits energy expenditure.

Por último, The jersey has been entirely manufactured with non-irritating flat seams. Le coq sportif has used all its experience and innovative energy to offer the Tour de France champions this bold combination of technique and style..