2018 SKY Long Sleeves Cycling Kits

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2018 SKY Long Sleeves Cycling Kits

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1. Basic Identity & Design Overview

This cycling jersey is the iconic kit of Team Sky, the British WorldTour team that dominated professional cycling in the 2010s, instantly recognizable for its gradient blue-and-black color scheme.

Key Design Elements

Visual Theme: The jersey features a striking gradient from bright sky blue at the top to deep black at the bottom, with the large white "sky" logo dominating the chest. Additional branding includes "UCI WORLD TOUR" marks, "sky ocean rescue" text at the collar, and the "Castelli" apparel logo on the sleeves.
Branding & Partnership: The kit is headlined by lead sponsor Sky (the British media and telecommunications giant), with apparel supplied by Castelli. The "ocean rescue" text reflects the team’s environmental partnership with the Sky Ocean Rescue initiative.
Technical Features: This replica honors the modern Team Sky design while retaining the race-ready performance features: a full-length zipper for ventilation, lightweight moisture-wicking fabric, and a tailored aerodynamic fit, suitable for both training and vintage-inspired rides.

2. Year & Background Story

Design Origin & Timeline

This blue-and-black gradient kit was worn by Team Sky during the mid-to-late 2010s, part of the team’s evolution from their iconic all-black jerseys to a more vibrant, ocean-themed design in partnership with Sky Ocean Rescue. The team competed under the Team Sky name from 2010 to 2019.

Cycling Culture Behind the Design

British Cycling Dominance: Team Sky revolutionized professional cycling with their data-driven, scientific approach, winning seven Tour de France titles in eight years. Their kits became synonymous with British cycling success, turning the team into a global household name.
Modern Sponsorship & Sustainability: The gradient blue design reflected the team’s shift toward sustainability and environmental advocacy, leveraging the Sky Ocean Rescue partnership to raise awareness of ocean plastic pollution.

3. Related Riders & Iconic Achievements

The team’s legacy is defined by historic wins and legendary riders:

Chris Froome: The British all-rounder won four Tour de France titles (2013, 2015, 2016, 2017) with Team Sky, cementing his status as one of the greatest stage racers in history.
Bradley Wiggins: The 2012 Tour de France champion, who became the first British rider to win the race, launching Team Sky’s era of dominance.
Team Success: The squad claimed over 20 Grand Tour victories, including wins in the Giro d’Italia and Vuelta a España, as well as classics like Paris–Nice and the Critérium du Dauphiné. The team later rebranded as Team Ineos, but this gradient kit remains a beloved symbol of their dominant era.

Product introduction:

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:

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
Trouser hem: invisible zipper design
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: Spring,Autumn

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.