Castelli is using its new status as the official apparel partner of the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift as the inspiration for its new Maillot Jaune Collection. For 2027 and beyond, Castelli will be designing and producing all of the classification jerseys for the TdF, TdF Femmes, and the rest of the cycling races owned by Amaury Sport Organisation (A.S.O.). Since most of us won’t be racing the Tour next year, the Maillot Jaune Collection gives us mortals a chance to look and feel like part of the action.
“Returning to the Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift is an immense honor for everyone at Castelli. Working in partnership with A.S.O., our goal for the Maillot Jaune Collection was to capture everything that makes those jerseys so special and make that emotion accessible to the rest of the cycling world.”
-Andrew Montgomery, Castelli Product Line Manager
Maillot Jaune Collection
Castelli’s Maillot Jaune Collection is split into two dedicated lines: Classement and Échappée. According to Montgomery, “Our Classement Jerseys bring the speed and performance of their race-worn equivalents in understated, elevated designs you’ll be proud to wear every day. Our Échappée line shares the same distinctive appeal, meticulously built to look fast, feel fast, and turn heads.”
All of the garments also include subtle details, including bespoke elastic grippers with stage profiles, custom zipper pulls, and other internal details. Both lines are designed to complement each other, so you can mix and match every piece in the collection.
Classement
The premium Classement jerseys are built with the same exact race fit and lightweight aero construction that Tour de France classification leaders will be wearing in 2027. The Aero Race 8.1 Jerseys are being “paired with modified colorways, reimagined designs, and discreet branding for a sleek, clean, and sophisticated look.”
The Classement line includes three looks, starting with an understated nod to the iconic yellow jersey: Lemon Yellow Sorbet. Oversized Red Polka Dots on white pay homage to the King and Queen of the Mountains jerseys. Interestingly, the third colorway is Ultraviolet, which doesn’t exactly fit the classification leader theme, but looks pretty darn good regardless.
Specs and Features
- CFD-based fabric placement and seam construction
- Engineered shoulder fabric used specifically to reduce drag at race speeds, up to 6% savings in CdA
- Raw-cut sleeve ending for comfort and seamless fit
- Lightweight body fabric for optimal cooling, breathability, ad comfort
- Bonded front hem to keep jersey in place and support loaded pockets
- 3 rear pockets with bonded top edge
- YKK Vislon zipper
- Sizes: S – 3XL
- Claimed weight: 137 grams
- MSRP: $250
Échappée
The Échappée line incorporates the fabrics and fits of the brand’s popular Espresso and Corretto ranges “with a quintessentially French sensibility.” It starts with the Échappée jersey, which pairs the breathable body of the Espresso 2 jersey with the aerodynamic sleeves of the Corretto to create a uniquely comfortable and fast new garment. It comes in short-sleeve and long-sleeve variants in Outer Space and Silver Moon/Clay colorways. An additional Shadow colorway is offered in the short-sleeve version only.
The Échappée Vest features a tailored fit with a wind-resistant stretch woven front and breathable Air_O Stretch fabric on the back. The Vest has a two-way zip, three rear pockets, and comes in the Outer Space and Silver Moon/Clay colorways in sizes XS – 3XL.
Échappée Jersey Specs and Features
- Castelli engineered Air_O Stretch fabric for breathability, comfort, and perfect fit
- Optimized for breathability and aerodynamics
- 3 rear pockets, plus 4th zippered security pocket
- YKK Vislon zipper w/ custom Maillot Jaune zipper pull
- Custom Elastic at waist with TdF mountain stage profile
- UPF 30
- Sizes: S – 3XL
- MSRP: Short-sleeve – $190, Long-sleeve – $200, Vest – $180
The Échappée line also includes a Maillot Jaune version of the popular Espresso 2 Bibshort. These bibshorts are made with the same soft and supportive Espresso Doppio fabric, Progetto X2 Air Seamless seat pad, and quality construction as the standard Espresso 2, but with the distinctive branding and color options to tie in with the rest of the Maillot Jaune Collection.
Échappée Bibshort Specs and Features
- Castelli-engineered Espresso Doppio fabric
- Progetto X2 Air Seamless seat pad
- Raw-cut leg opening with silicone grippers
- Stretch mesh bib straps
- Pocket on rear for added storage
- Sizes: S – 3XL
- Colors: Black, Outer Space
- MSRP: $235
Last but not least, the Perfetto 4 Jacket completes the Échappée line and brings Catelli’s exclusive Polartec AirCore fabric into the Maillot Jaune Collection. Dressed in Black with Maillot Jaune branding, the Perfetto Jacket brings breathable protection with a race-ready fit for cool conditions and light rain showers.
Maillot Jaune Perfetto 4 Jacket Specs and Features
- Exclusive 219 gsm Polartec AirCore Fabric w/ electro-spun air-permeable membrane
- Lightly insulated for cool conditions
- Chameleon-taped shoulder seams for extra rain protection
- 2-way YKK Vislon zipper, covered for rain and wind protection
- 3 rear pockets with drain holes
- Drop-tail for extra coverage from wheel spray
- Reflective accents for visibility
- PFAS-free
- Sizes: S – 3XL
- MSRP: $350
Availability
Castelli’s new Maillot Jaune Collection is available exclusively online. Head to the Castelli website to check it all out.
