1993 ITALIA Short Sleeves Cycling Kits

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1993 ITALIA Short Sleeves Cycling Kits

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1. Basic Identity & Design Overview

This cycling jersey is a commemorative edition of the iconic Italian “Maglia Azzurra” (Azure Jersey), the official kit worn by the Italian National Cycling Team in international competitions. It celebrates the team’s rich history and legacy.

Key Design Elements

Visual Theme: The jersey is dominated by the classic deep azure blue, the signature color of the Italian national team. The word “ITALIA” is prominently displayed across the chest, with “MAGLIA AZZURRA” written below it. The Italian flag emblem, along with the years “1909” (founding of the Italian Cycling Federation) and “1933” (the first year the blue jersey was officially adopted), highlights the team’s heritage. The rainbow stripes on the collar and cuffs are a nod to the UCI World Championships, where Italian riders have worn this jersey to great success.
Branding & Heritage: This kit is a tribute to over a century of Italian cycling excellence, worn by legends of the sport in the Olympic Games, UCI World Championships, and European Championships.
Technical Features: Constructed with modern, high-performance, moisture-wicking, and breathable fabric. It includes a full-length front zipper for ventilation, ergonomic paneling, and a silicone hem gripper for a secure fit.

2. Year & Background Story

Design Origin & Timeline

The “Maglia Azzurra” (Azure Jersey) has been the official kit of the Italian National Cycling Team since 1933. The color was chosen to represent the “Azzurri,” the nickname for all Italian national sports teams, derived from the royal blue color of the House of Savoy. This commemorative jersey celebrates the team’s history from its early beginnings in 1909 to the present day.

Cycling Culture Behind the Design

Symbol of National Pride: The Maglia Azzurra is more than just a jersey; it is a symbol of Italian national pride. Wearing this kit represents the highest honor for an Italian cyclist, who competes not for a sponsor, but for their country.
Legacy of Champions: Some of the greatest cyclists in history have worn the Maglia Azzurra, including Fausto Coppi, Gino Bartali, Felice Gimondi, and more recently, Vincenzo Nibali, Elia Viviani, and many others.

3. Related Riders & Iconic Achievements

This jersey has been worn by Italian cycling legends to win some of the sport’s most prestigious titles:

UCI World Road Race Championships: Italian riders have won the men’s elite road race title 20 times, more than any other country, wearing the Maglia Azzurra.
Olympic Games: The Italian team has won numerous gold medals in road cycling, track cycling, and mountain biking while wearing this kit.
Giro d’Italia: While the Maglia Rosa (Pink Jersey) is worn by the race leader, many Italian riders have won the Giro while competing domestically and representing their country in international events in the Maglia Azzurra.

Product introduction:

Ice-sensing fiber fabric: The body temperature drops by 3℃ the moment it touches the surface, and the patented moisture-wicking structure absorbs sweat in 2 seconds, keeping you dry all the time
Bionic fish gill breathable mesh: 500+ air holes are laser-cut on the side waist, and the aerodynamic guide grooves are used to increase ventilation efficiency by 40%
Italian high-elastic honeycomb mesh elastic band, 3D three-dimensional weaving technology, adaptive shoulder and back curve
Italian 3D ergonomic cushion，ultra-light foam shock absorption in the front, hollow diversion and heat dissipation in the middle, and rear support reinforcement，8-hour continuous riding test, sciatic pressure peak reduced by 47%, antibacterial rate in humid environment 99.2%
3D knitted fabric (78% cool nylon/22% Lycra spandex)

Details:

Pockets: Three reinforced back pockets,Reflective strips
Zipper: Full-length invisible zipper
Collar: o-neck zipper collar
Side: Breathable cooling mesh
Material: Polyester and Spandex
Elastic Strap: No-irritant silicon elastic waist strap
Features: Anti-pilling, Anti-shrinkage, Anti-wrinkle moisture absorption and quick drying
Suspenders: High elastic elastic band
Chamois: Italy Elastic Interface
Grippers: Italian origin silicone webbing
Printing: Full sublimation, heat transfer printing
leg grippers:All double stitches
Material: Polyester and Lycra
Defense:UV protection (UPF 70+)
Ink: Imported Italian, never-fade ink for long-lasting vibrant colors
Care: Machine washable, do not dry clean or iron
Season: Summer

We will continue to work with our delivery partners to ensure all packages are delivered safely and as quickly as possible.

We want to be as transparent as possible when it comes to delivery times, so find below our real-time updated delivery statistics for current in transit or recent deliveries.

All warehoused stock is dispatched in 24-48 hour dispatch from our global warehouse. All made-to-order items are manufactured from start to finish by us and are currently taking 3-4 days.
Please refer to the tables below for accurate delivery estimates.
Delivery time ranges are due to local postal service processing times, whether the customer is home at first delivery attempt, and the users regional location.

Free Standard Shipping

In-Stock items are in our global warehouse and will be sent in 24-48 hours. Made-To-Order items are manufactured by us from start to finish and generally dispatch in 2-4 days.

Free shipping items are delivered by your local postal service

Street or PO Boxes are accepted. Adding a phone number to your order is recommended to ensure the fastest possible delivery, but not required.

Country / Region	Shipping Time (Business Days)
United Kingdom	5-10
USA, France, Germany, Australia, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Poland, Austria, France	10-15
Canada, Sweden, Israel, Czech Republic, Norway, Poland, Croatia, Greece, Slovak Republic, Sweden, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Japan, Luxembourg, Portugal, Slovenia, New Zealand	15-20
Russia, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam	15-25
Ukraine, Ireland, Peru, South Africa, South Korea, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Pakistan	20-30
Other countries	25-35

Special Line Transportation

In-Stock items are in our global warehouse and will be sent in 24-48 hours. Made-To-Order items are manufactured by us from start to finish and generally dispatch in 2-4 days.

Delivered by courier. No PO Boxes or Parcel Lockers. A phone number is required to ensure courier delivery.

Country / Region	Shipping Time (Business Days)
United Kingdom	4-7
USA, France, Germany, Australia, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Poland, Austria, France	7-10
Canada, Sweden, Israel, Czech Republic, Norway, Poland, Croatia, Greece, Slovak Republic, Sweden, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Japan, Luxembourg, Portugal, Slovenia, New Zealand	10-15
Russia, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam	10-20
Ukraine, Ireland, Peru, South Africa, South Korea, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Pakistan	18-25
Other countries	20-30

Fast Shipping

In-Stock items are in our global warehouse and will be sent in 24-48 hours. Made-To-Order items are manufactured by us from start to finish and generally dispatch in 2-4 days.

Delivered by courier. No PO Boxes or Parcel Lockers. A phone number is required to ensure courier delivery.

Country / Region	Shipping Time (Business Days)
United Kingdom	2-4
USA, France, Germany, Australia, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Poland, Austria, France	3-7
Canada, Sweden, Israel, Czech Republic, Norway, Poland, Croatia, Greece, Slovak Republic, Sweden, Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Japan, Luxembourg, Portugal, Slovenia, New Zealand	4-7
Russia, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam	4-8
Ukraine, Ireland, Peru, South Africa, South Korea, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Pakistan	5-8
Other countries	7-10

All estimated/typical lead times are derived from real data collected from recent orders. You can view our tracking statistics here.
Shipping times will be affected by public holidays, natural disasters, global pandemics and border closures around the world; manufacturers and couriers will limit their operations during these times. This is beyond our control.
Our goal is to process express items within 24 hours and custom items within 72 hours (excluding holidays and Sundays), when the shipping time estimate begins.