When two icons of Milanese sport and style link up, the results are never subtle. AC Milan and Castelli – titans of football and cycling, respectively – have dropped a premium cycling collection that rides the line between performance and prestige, and it hits with the weight of heritage behind every stitch.
We've seen Ajax do it, we've even seen West Ham do it, now it's the turn of Italian giants, AC Milan. In what marks the club's first-ever official cycling apparel line, the Rossoneri have teamed up with Castelli – a global heavyweight in the cycling game – to create a collection that fuses the grit and glory of San Siro with the speed and sophistication of the open road. Born from shared values and a mutual Milanese DNA, the collection is a celebration of tradition reimagined through the lens of cutting-edge design.
At the heart of this collaboration is a story woven through the decades. Both brands trace a thread back to the atelier of Vittore Gianni – the legendary tailor who dressed Milan greats in the late '60s and early '70s, and whose creative legacy laid the foundations for what would become Castelli. That legacy lives on here, reshaped for modern movement and made to perform at the highest level.
“We wanted to go beyond just football,” says Valerio Rocchetti, AC Milan’s Ecommerce, Retail & Licensing Director. “This is a collection for fans whose passion extends beyond the pitch. It’s about lifestyle, creativity, and the beauty of motion.”
And Castelli brought the goods. Built on their renowned Competizione platform – engineered for elite performance – the collection drops with three jerseys, premium bib shorts, gloves, socks, and a neck warmer. Each piece hits that sweet spot between form and function, breathing AC Milan’s legacy into every detail.
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The Home Jersey reimagines the Rossoneri's iconic red and black stripes for the saddle, evoking the power and passion of legends past.
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The Away Jersey captures the magic of those fabled European nights – bold, clean, and full of story.
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The Special Edition Jersey is where history takes centre stage, marking the club’s 125th anniversary with a modern homage to its enduring spirit.
“This collaboration is a true testament to the enduring bond between Castelli and AC Milan,” says Steve Smith, Castelli Global Brand Manager. “We’ve channelled our shared history into something that not only performs at a pro level but carries the essence of both brands.”
Whether you’re flying through the Lombardy hills or cruising city streets, this drop delivers that rare fusion – high-spec cycling kit that doubles as a statement of football culture and Milanese elegance.
Shop the collection at castelli-cycling.com
