After several years without our own 700 cycling kit, I decided to come back strong with our latest range. I wanted to produce a kit that I - as one who has been spoilt with clothing in recent years - would be happy to wear but that struck the optimal balance of performance and cost for the end user. I'm confident that our new range does that and I'm quite pleased with it!
In partnership with Santini, we have developed a concise range of cycle clothing that delivers the 700 ethos : performance and genuine value. We umm'd and ahh'd over the shorts but decided in the end to keep things simple. A Black short forms the bedrock of the range and is Santini's top of the line bib short. After all, we want you to be absolutely sure that our products stand up against the competition.
The 700 Pro C3 Logo Short is a form fitting short with all-over gripper and a raw, laser cut leg for maximum comfort. Partial compression deftly balances muscular support and thermoregulation for your best performance, while the top of the line C3 chamois pad features gel inserts 'carved' with multi-density foam for the best possible comfort - from the weekend crit to the 8 hour epics. A simple, high quality tone-on-tone black thermoplastic logo adorns the right leg only, for discreet style.
While the black Logo short will go with anything, there is also - in very limited numbers (just 10) - a blue logo version to better match the 700 Gradient jersey.
The new 700 Gradient jersey has all the elements of a modern, all-purpose jersey: longer raw-cut sleeves, tailored fit that delivers supreme comfort and mobility yet still offers aerodynamic benefits, excellent breathability and moisture management and plenty of storage with ergonomic pocket design - all at a reasonable price.
The Gradient Jersey is available in both Women's and Men's tailored fit and it strikes the perfect balance of performance and comfort, the Gradient jersey will serve no matter your riding style.
Keep an eye out for the matching Gradient socks too - you'll want to tie it all together!
We've augmented the Summer Kit with a supremely versatile AquaZero Long sleeve jersey and a Stretchy, mid-weight Gilet too. Between them and in various combinations, the 700 kit should see you able to tackle a pretty diverse range of conditions; from blazing summer sun to cold, drizzly winter days.