The 2026 Strade Bianche has once again confirmed its unique appeal on the international cycling scene. The famous gravel sections of the Crete Senesi, the short but explosive climbs, and the spectacular finish in the historic centre of Siena, in the picturesque Piazza del Campo, make this race one of the most spectacular and technical classics of the season.
For the teams kitted out by Alè Cycling, the Tuscan race represents a comprehensive test every year: a challenge where endurance, off-road riding skills and the quality of technical clothing play a decisive role in performance.
Bahrain Victorious among the frontrunners in the men’s race.
The Bahrain Victorious team approached the race with a strategy focused on positioning themselves in the most decisive sections of the course. The team’s riders competed wearing the race suit developed for top-level competitions, designed to offer aerodynamics, stability and comfort even on the roughest sections. Among the team’s best results:
- Pello Bilbao finished the race in 18th place, staying in contact with the leading group right up to the decisive stages.
- Pau Miquel finished the race in 33rd place, demonstrating consistency on one of the most technical routes on the calendar.
In a race characterised by long sections of dirt track and constant changes of pace, the aerodynamics and stability of the jersey become key factors in maintaining efficiency and comfort during the effort.
A fighting spirit for Team Bardiani CSF-Faizanè
Team Bardiani CSF-Faizanè also approached the race with its traditional attacking style, looking to make a break in the day’s attacks and tackling the gravel sections with determination. Among the riders who finished the race:Filippo Turconi – 48th placeFilippo Magli – 78th placeMartin Marcellusi – 80th placeStrade Bianche remains one of the most demanding races of the season, even for young and dynamic teams, where experience and technical skill on the gravel sections can make all the difference.
Excellent result for Fenix – Premier Tech in the women’s race.
The women’s race was also a thrilling spectacle, with the Fenix – Premier Tech team’s athletes taking centre stage on the Tuscan dirt tracks. The team tackled the race wearing the race suit designed to ensure freedom of movement, lightness and aerodynamics in high-level competitions. Among the best performances of the day: Puck Pieterse secured a brilliant 6th place, remaining among the frontrunners right up to the final stages of the race.
Technology and materials: when performance depends on the kit too
Strade Bianche puts not only the athletes’ fitness to the test, but also the reliability of their technical kit. Dust, vibrations and constant acceleration require garments designed to ensure:
- high breathability during the most intense efforts
- stable fit even on uneven terrain
- lightness and aerodynamics during the fastest stages of the race
The race suit developed by Alè Cycling stems directly from the experience gained working alongside professional teams, with the aim of delivering high performance even in the most extreme conditions of road cycling.
A classic that is becoming increasingly popular on the cycling calendar
Year after year, the Strade Bianche continues to win over riders and fans alike, establishing itself as one of the most iconic races on the international calendar. For the teams kitted out by Alè Cycling, this Tuscan classic once again provides an opportunity to demonstrate team spirit, determination and the reliability of technical garments developed for professional cycling.
