The Tour de France showcases cycling’s pinnacle, where every second counts, and cutting-edge apparel makes the difference. The pros rely on advanced skinsuits to slice through the air, and Rule 28’s One and Neo ranges bring that same elite-level technology to you. While we don’t sponsor Tour teams, our skinsuits and other products are used by some teams. Most teams now also use similar principles in their race day kit, but if you look closely, this rarely the same kit that their sponsors make available to the public. One reason for why this is, is that it’s very expensive to products – these sponsor brands care about making their pro rider’s fast, but less so about the wider community. Another reason is that some of this kit isn’t made by the title clothing sponsor – we should know, we’re making some of it for them!
Precision Engineering for Speed
For high end performance, Tour de France riders wear skinsuits now mostly designed with woven fabrics and layered constructions to minimize drag and maximize efficiency. Rule 28’s One and Neo suits follow suit, leveraging single-layer (One) and dual-layer (Neo) technologies to optimize airflow. These designs echo the pro peloton’s approach, using woven fabrics for superior aerodynamics compared to traditional knitted materials. The One Skinsuit streamlines performance with a lightweight, single-layer construction, while the Neo’s dual-layer system enhances stability and drag reduction for even greater gains.
Example of a single layer suit - not made by us
Example of a dual layer suit - not made by us
Why Upgrade from Good to Elite?
If you’re riding in our TT Suit 2.0 (2023/2024 design) ot something similar, you already have solid kit. But cycling technology moves fast, and the One and Neo suits represent a leap forward. Aero testing shows significant performance advantages:
- One Skinsuit: Testing data reveals up to 8 Watts saved compared to the TT Suit 2.0, translating to ~15 seconds faster over a 10-mile time trial at 25 mph.
- Neo Suit: Test results show up to 12 Watts saved, equating to ~20 seconds saved over the same distance.
These savings come from advanced fabrics, patterns and seam optimisation, branches of performance research also utilised by many of the top. World Tour teams. For riders chasing personal bests or podiums, these margins can redefine your race.
Pro-Level Technology for Every Rider
Rule 28 is unique in offering the exact same high-performance aerodynamic apparel used by professionals to the public. Our One and Neo suits aren’t watered-down versions-they’re built with the same precision and materials as pro-grade kit, tailored for accessibility without compromising quality. Whether you’re tackling a local time trial or a gran fondo, upgrading to our latest suits brings you closer to the efficiency of Tour riders.
Ready to ride faster? Explore the One and Neo Suits to see how our technology can transform your performance.
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