Up for sale is a 100% authentic, vintage Fassa Bortolo Pro Cycling Team official short-sleeve jersey from the memorable 2004/2005 UCI ProTour era, masterfully manufactured in Italy by Nalini. This iconic blue and white kit carries immense heritage from the golden age of European professional road racing. It is an essential holy grail for vintage cycling collectors, bike enthusiasts, or anyone building a retro technical streetwear lifestyle outfit.
The Silver Team and Grand Tour Dominance Era: This jersey belongs to the final legendary seasons of the formidable Italian squad Fassa Bortolo, famously dubbed "The Silver Team." Managed by the iconic Giancarlo Ferretti, this dominant roster was a powerhouse in the Spring Classics and Grand Tour sprints. This very design was ridden on the roads of the Tour de France and Giro d'Italia by cycling titans including the legendary time-trial specialist Fabian Cancellara, master sprinter Alessandro Petacchi, Juan Antonio Flecha, and a young future champion Vincenzo Nibali.
Retro Italian Team Livery Aesthetic: The jersey showcases a striking, clean minimalist aesthetic featuring a crisp white mesh upper body and sleeves blended with a deep royal navy blue dynamic swirl pattern across the chest and torso. Designed with a classic stand-up mock neck collar, a technical 14cm quarter-zip front closure for adjustable ventilation, and a traditional elongated drop-tail hem with integrated rear storage pockets. This sleek layout bridges the gap between retro peloton performance and modern outdoor gorpcore fashion trends.
Premium Sponsor and Corporate Branding: The chest proudly features high-definition sublimation prints of the iconic Italian bike manufacturer Pinarello logo alongside the bold Fassa Bortolo branding and their famous construction motto, "Qualità per l'edilizia." The upper right chest and left sleeve display the historic Nalini white stork crest, ensuring premium Made in Italy sportswear corporate authenticity and professional race-spec heritage.
Advanced Italian Moisture-Wicking Mesh: Engineered to elite professional ProTour standards, this jersey is constructed from ultra-lightweight, highly breathable performance polyester mesh fabric. It features advanced moisture-wicking and quick-drying technology designed for supreme cooling and ventilation during intense hot-weather rides. Complete with three traditional open elasticated pockets on the lower back for cycling essentials, this authentic Italian-made garment remains in outstanding vintage condition.
ITEM SPECIFICS
Brand: Nalini
Team: Fassa Bortolo Pro Cycling Team (Italy)
Bike Sponsor: Pinarello
Type: Cycling Jersey / Bicycle Shirt / Maillot / Top
Season: 2004 - 2005 (UCI ProTour Era)
Sleeve Length: Short Sleeve
Color: White / Blue details
Size: M
Size Type: Regular
Gender: Men / Unisex
Closure: 1/4 Zip (Quarter Zip)
Pockets: 3 Rear Pockets
Material: 100% Performance Polyester Mesh
Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
Special Features: Breathable Fabric, Quick Drying, Droptail Hem, Sublimated Graphics
Authenticity: 100% Genuine Original Vintage Authentic Clothing