Mercier Hutchinson Retro Jersey

Tag : Wool Acrylic


As part of the new apparel collection for 2008/9, the French tyremanufacturer Hutchinson has launched a new collectableMercier-Hutchinson jersey. The 1954 team replica jersey combinesthe classic looks of the 50's with a modern-day silky-smooth Merinowool/acrylic fabric mixture incorporating the outstanding thermalregulation and anti-odour benefits of natural wool.

Merino sheep wool is especially well-adapted for high-performanceactivities in a wide range of temperatures and conditions from hotto cold and dry to wet. Its fibres are painstakingly selected andtreated, resulting in wool which has an incredible softnext-to-skin feel while offering a dry, comfortable environmentthanks to its superior breathability, temperature regulation andmoisture control.

Mercier-Hutchinson was a near-mythical team that at varous timesbetween 1950 and 1971 featured heroic riders like Louison Bobet,Jacques Anquetil and Raymond Poulidor (nicknamed Poupou, the'Eternal Second' of the Tour de France, who won the Vuelta a Espanain 1964).

As Eric Van Haverbeke, brand and commercial director of Hutchinsonsays: Hutchinson has a long tradition in the development of thesport of cycling in the 20th century through team sponsorship andthe creation of innovative products. The victories and exploits ofall the racers of Mercier-Hutchinson have enriched the legend ofour sport. Globally there is a strong demand for vintage jerseys.It was important for us to allow our love for cycling to revivethese passionate years that are part of our history and partnershipwith this team.