Cycles Gitane have their roots in 1925, when Marcel Brunelire opened a smith and agricultural repair works at Machecoul in the Loire-Atlantique region of France. He began making parts for bicycles and the following year opened a further workshop to assemble bicycles for G.M.B and Marbru.

Brunelire began making his own bicycles in 1930, choosing the name Gitane (meaning “gypsy” [feminine]). He added light motorcycles in the 1950s. The name changed to Micmo in 1960 but continued to sell Gitane bicycles. Nearly a third of Micmo was owned by Renault, the car-maker, which had acquired 30 per cent of the shares in 1974. In 1976 it bought the rest.

Gitane bicycles were first imported into the U.S. in 1958 by Mel Pinto Imports of Virginia, and as such were among the first European racing bicycles to be regularly imported into that country.

Ourretro team jerseysare handmade inour Italian factoryusingthe very besttechnical fabrics.Featuring a set-in sleeve with 4cmsilicone gripper cuffs, they delivera classic fit with a consistent stretch to ensure full freedom of movement.

With an array of details includingsilicone grippers, reflectivedetailing, three rear cargo pockets plus a 4th coin zip pocket our jerseys are perfectfor looking the partat avintage cycling festival, or just out for an all-day ride in the sunshine.

Specifications:

• Great retro look!
• Breathable Diamante technical fabric
• UV protection
• Full length zipper
• Laser cut arm gripper cuffs
• Silicon elastic hem
• Three rear cargo pockets with 4th zipped valuables pocket
• Made in Italy