Behind the Scenes, Voeckler’s Louis Garneau Yellow Kit – 98th Tour de France

It takes extraordinary effort for a rider to claim a leaders jersey, especially in the Tour de France, and their sponsors usually respond with a similar effort to make sure that those riders standout in the crowded peloton.

If you ever wondered what goes in to making the special kits adorned with yellow, green, white, or polka dot accents, the video below lets you in on the process.

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