Cofidis and Lidl-Trek have gone on the front foot and released their 2025 race kits before any inevitable leaks.
At this time of year, it’s almost impossible to keep new kit under wraps.
Just a couple of days ago we saw images of the new 2025 Ineos Grenadiers jersey, and there have been a few little slips from riders and teams pictured wearing clothing and riding bikes that they perhaps shouldn’t have before January 1.
I have a degree of sympathy for teams, especially their press officers and brand partners when it comes to this topic. They spend months working on a new design and a big launch and then a rider either forgets protocol or is spotted out on a ride.
To get past that Cofidis and Lidl-Trek have released studio images of their new race attire.
Below is the Cofidis men’s kit for 2025. It’s made by Etxeondo, who actually brought back a load of 90s retro jerseys earlier this year. If you want to see a 60-year-old Miguel Indurain in an early incarnation…