British performance cycling apparel brand founded by a pro-rider, known for its race-focused and technically-driven gear.
ORIGIN
United Kingdom
PRICE TIER
premium
SPECIALIZATION
UNISEX
Founded in 2009 by former professional cyclist Yanto Barker, Le Col was born from a desire to create the ultimate performance cycling apparel. With a design ethos rooted in the pro-peloton, the London-based brand combines Barker’s expert insights with rigorous testing to produce technically advanced gear. All manufacturing takes place in the brand’s own Italian factory, ensuring meticulous quality control over its race-ready jerseys, bib shorts, and outerwear.
$52.00$336.00
$34.00$240.00
$31.00$232.00
$55.00$677.00
$63.00$828.00
$42.00$263.00
$42.00$263.00
$146.00$426.00
$52.00$336.00
$34.00$240.00
$31.00$232.00
$55.00$677.00
$63.00$828.00
$42.00$263.00
$42.00$263.00
$146.00$426.00
A recent, in-depth interview with founder Yanto Barker covering his personal history, what drove him to start Le Col, and his reflections on his professional cycling career and building the business.
A comprehensive, hour-long interview transcript with founder Yanto Barker detailing the brand's origin, his decision to purchase the Italian factory, and the strategy behind the company's funding rounds.
This interview focuses on Le Col's major collaboration with the Bahrain-McLaren WorldTour Team. Yanto Barker discusses the brand's positioning against competitors and the strategic importance of supplying a top-tier professional team.
An interview with Sir Bradley Wiggins about the launch of the 'Le Col by Wiggins' collaborative brand, his involvement in the design process, and his views on style in cycling.
This article reports on the launch of the 'Le Col by Wiggins' collection, detailing the different product ranges and the aesthetic inspiration drawn from cycling's history and Wiggins' personal style.