MS Tina's Dragon Clothing

The number of different cycling clothing brands being sold in the USA is significant. However, the number of cycling clothing manufacturers who actually design, develop, and produce their own clothing in-house with their own employees is quite small. The fact is, that in today's World, most cycling apparel makers use independent contractors to help keep their costs down.

TSC only work with European cycling apparel manufacturers who design and produce their own clothes in-house. And we're very proud of this fact. We find the products are far superior. We work very closely with the Italian and Spanish manufacturers to ensure that fit, quality, function and style are paramount. We are able to select different fabrics and chamois that we feel are better suited for the US market. Some of the products we offer are made to our specifications and are exclusive to us.

One of the companies we work with is MS Tina. They are a small Italian cycling clothing maker in NE Italy near Venice that is owned by a husband and wife team, Marcel and Edy. Marcel was a former French professional cyclists who rode with the likes of Bernard Hinault, Lauren Fignon and Greg Lemond. And Edy has worked in the cycling clothing business for many years prior to starting MS Tina.

MS Tina design, develop, and produce all of its clothing (with the exception of accessories) in-house using fabrics and chamois from Italian producers. The result is a quality and craftsmanship that is second to none and because TSC buys direct from them the prices are fall less than the norm.

The new Dragon clothing is not only unique in its design, but quite visible as well. TSC offers the following:

SHORT SLEEVE JERSEY:
-is made of a highly lightweight and elastic fabric called Ultra 18 from Carvico. This fabric has a UV protectant factor and has a silky smooth texture that is very comfortable, fast drying and excellent wicking properties making it ideal for warm/hot summer rides.

LONG SLEEVE JERSEY:
-is made of a heavier soft and stretchy polyester fabric called TouchDry that is ideal for riding in temperatures ranging between 50-60 degrees. Comes with a full zipper and 3 rear open pockets.

BIB SHORTS:
The white fabric is a special heavier Lycra/Polyester blend that is not transparent and offers good compressions / support. The anti-shock gel chamois is a new design and is as good as it gets. These shorts also feature white mesh braces, internal elastic leg grippers and some flat lock stitching.

New Inverse White Air Bib Tights

This week we are featuring Inverse's White Bib Tights. What's special about these we hear you ask...Well, let us tell you:

These bib tights are white for one, but because of their black panel around the chamois area you don't need to worry about any unsightly saddle stains showing on the white fabric.

Inverse produces its cycling clothing just outside Barcelona, Spain. Their quality is superb. These Bib Tights feature:

-A lightweight and very elastic Italian fabric called Super Roubaix. This fabric is a fleece lined Lycra/Polyamide blend designed for temperatures between 40 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit ( 4-15 degrees Celsius).

-Foot stirrups

-Zippered chest

-New improved anatomic high density foam chamois

-Triple stitched seams.

-Sizes S-2XL (Call us for sizing help )

Team Sales Cycling imports its clothing directly from the clothing manufacturers. Buying direct means we can keep consumers costs down more so than other retailers who buy from importers and distributors. Shop for Inverse Bib Tights..>> Enjoy them while they last!

Holiday Return Policy

Defective Items: TSC will replace or repair any defective item with the same or similar item as long as it is by January 31st, 2010.

Exchanges: Items returned for exchange must be in re-stockable condition with all bags & tags in tact & be returned January 10th 2010. Please include a copy of the invoice & a completed return authorization form. For all international orders please include a check to cover return shipping charges.

Refunds: Items returned for refund must be in re-stockable condition with all bags & tags in tact & be returned by January 10th 2010. Please include a copy of the original invoice & a completed return authorization form.

Download a Holiday Return Authorization Form..>>

THANKSGIVING SALE

THANKSGIVING SALE running Nov 23-30th 2009.

All orders and sales over $75 will receive a 10% discount. This includes all online orders, phone orders and customers shopping at our retail store in Portland.

Our Preferred Customers receive these discounts plus their additional 10%.

Etxe Ondo : Offering quality Winter Cycling Clothes

Etxe Ondo are located near San Sebastian in the Basque country of Spain. Here the winters are long with cold and wet weather while the summers short. That is why Etxe Ondo places a lot of emphasis on their winter line of clothing.

Etxe Ondo uses Gore Windstopper fabrics exclusively. Gore was the pioneer in developing windproof fabrics and today offers hundreds of different fabrics options. You just can't find clothing that match Etxo Ondo's quality. It is hard for photographs to capture the excellence, but once you have the clothing in your hands you will immediately notice the quality of the fabrics used along with the craftsmanship. When you try on the clothing you will notice the precise and consistent cut of the garments, the comfort of the fabric and pads being used and the way it fits. It is truly very special cycling clothing. Etxe Ondo's cycling apparel is not inexpensive, but if you appreciate quality and the fact that proper fitting and functional cycling apparel can make a difference in the saddle then Etxe Ondo is for you. View Etxe Ondo products..>>

Cento Custom Cycling Clothes

We have re-structured our Custom Clothing program. The highlights are as follows:

No Art or Design fees: There are no additional artwork or setup fees unless you require more than 3 hours of design work. Our Art Department can give you an estimate on this work before they begin. Our design fee is $60/hr.

Ordering/Payment/Shipping for individual members: Each club/team member can submit their own individial order. Each club/team member can be charged for their order and have it shipped directly to them making the clothing coordinators job much easier.

Low Minimums: There is a minimum order of 5 pieces per article of clothing (excluding accessories) providing your final order comes to at least $500.

Quality and Reliability: Professional Team Issue quality that is made in Italy. We will ensure your order is correct.

Base Layers and Born Body Care Products: As an added benefit all clubs and teams that use TSC for their custom / Semi-custom clothes are eligible to receive team discounts on Outwet base layers and Born Body Care products .

Outwet Arm, Knee and Leg Warmers now available

Some of you know how much I love the Outwet Arm Warmers. They are so comfortable because they are super stretchy and they don't fall down! The white arm warmers look pretty cool. Very European looking. Now we have matching knee and leg warmers in stock. Both come in black or white. The white have black contrast overlock stitching and the black comes with white contrast overlock stitching. Both the leg and knee warmers come with a silicone gripper around the upper thigh. Made from Dryarn (90% Polyproplene and 10% Elastane) using Tubular construction. Not only do these warmers absorb perspiration and wick, they are incredibly soft and comfortable, they keep their shape and contour the Legs without restricting movement. Learn more about Dryarn...>> Available in two sizes: S/M and L/XL. To view all the outwet products..>>