Unveiled today, during the presentation event in Madrid, are the official jerseys that will dress the classification leaders of 2024’s La Vuelta and La Vuelta Femenina by Carrefour.es. Alongside the four leader jerseys, three kits dedicated to specific stages of the Spanish race were also revealed.
Unipublic, the organizer of La Vuelta and La Vuelta Femenina by Carrefour.es, and Santini Cycling presented today the official jerseys for the leaders of the Spanish stage race, a UCI World Tour calendar event scheduled from August 17 to September 8, 2024, and the jerseys for La Vuelta Femenina by Carrefour.es, which will take place from April 28 to May 5, starting in Valencia. In addition to the official jerseys, three Santini-designed kits dedicated to three significant stages of La Vuelta were unveiled.
«A partnership that has reached its eighth year, which we have established with La Vuelta and confirms our constant commitment in the field of professional cycling, commented Monica Santini, CEO of Santini Cycling - which today we celebrate by presenting the jerseys that will dress the champions of the 2024 edition».
«These jerseys are the distinctive sign of La Vuelta and represent not only four classifications, but also the culture, the cities, and some of the emblematic climbs of this race», added Javier Guillén, General Director of La Vuelta.
The official jerseys of the 2024 edition, designed and made in Bergamo at the Santini Cycling facilities, are the La Roja sponsored by Carrefour for the general classification leader, the Green Jersey with Škoda logo for the best in the points classification, the White Jersey branded Plenitude for the best young rider, and the Polka Dot Jersey, sponsored by Loterías y Apuestas del Estado, crowning the King of the Mountain.
The official jerseys of La Vuelta Femenina by Carrefour.es provided by Santini are the Carrefour-sponsored Red Jersey for the general classification leader, the Škoda-logo Green Jersey for the points classification leader, the Bien Star-branded White Jersey for the most combative rider, and the Polka Dot Jersey, sponsored by Fundación Deportes Joven, which will crown the King of the Mountains.
THREE KITS TO CELEBRATE LA VUELTA 24
Not only the official leader jerseys, Santini creates every year kits, consisting of a jersey, bib shorts, and accessories, dedicated to some stages of La Vuelta and designed for amateur enthusiasts of the Spanish race.
The jersey has a classic fit and is highly breathable. Made with a combination of micro-mesh fabrics and high-performance raw-cut sleeves. The bib shorts are made with compressive Thunderbike Power fabric. The lightweight and soft mesh braces allow quick drying and maximum breathability. The bib shorts are equipped with a Foam Bio seat pad.
The Lisbon Kit is dedicated to the first stage of La Vuelta 24 and celebrates Lisbon with its distinctive symbols. The chequered pattern and the raven are inspired by the flag and coat of arms of the Portuguese city. The chronometer pays homage to the time trial stages, while the sun, the sardine, and the ship symbolize the connection with the sea. The design also includes the pasteis de nata, the seven hills of Lisbon and the Atlantic wind. In addition to the jersey and bib shorts, the line dedicated to Lisbon includes a cycling cap and a cotton t-shirt with special graphics.
The Cuitu Negru Kit celebrates the 15th stage of La Vuelta 24, paying tribute to the Cuitu Negru climb. Classified among the Hors Categorie, this climb represents one of the most challenging and spectacular challenges of the race. The jersey's design reflects the surrounding landscape with colors drawn from the rocks and mountains to represent the hardness and majesty of this climb.
The Madrid Kit is a tribute to the Kilómetro Cero, the famous finish point of the 21st and final stage of La Vuelta 24. The design is inspired by the Puerta del Sol in Madrid, one of the most emblematic and lively squares in Madrid, known as the starting point of the Spanish road network. The design captures the essence of Madrid at night, with a color palette that evokes the sparkling lights of buildings and signs that dominate the city's night scene. In addition to the jersey and bib shorts, the line dedicated to Madrid includes a cotton t-shirt with special graphics.
Replicas of the leader jerseys and the three special kits are available for purchase online on the Santini website (www.santinicycling.com) and in specialized cycling stores worldwide.
