Retro Vs Modern Bikes: 80s / 90s Oakley Cycling Icons

In association with Oakley.

Greg LeMond is one of cycling's true innovators. He trained with a power meter, raced using tri bars and – most importantly for this video, at least – was the first professional cyclist to use Oakley glasses in the pro peloton and at races like the Tour de France.

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Oakley is one of cycling's iconic brands. And, in a way, they're one of cycling's *newest* iconic brands, too, given that they made their first appearance in the peloton 30-or-so years ago thanks to Greg LeMond.

Oakley was kind enough to invite us to their legendary headquarters, Foothill Ranch, to film a couple of videos. We have a full factory and HQ tour coming up, but, let's start here, with this Retro vs Modern video. It's safe to say that a lot has changed in the 30+ years since Oakley first became a force in pro cycling. The kit, for one... We've moved from wool jerseys and bold '80s, then perhaps even bolder early-90s lycra designs to understated, cool, aero jerseys, which Oakley now make. Helmets have moved on, too. They've progressed from being near-unwearable by the majority of the peloton to be required, which means that the designs, comfort and aerodynamics have also improved immeasurably. Helmets, too, are a recent addition to Oakley's road cycling line.

And, what about the bikes?! Firstly, we have to give a huge shout out to Team Dream for loaning us their original Team Z bike from the 90s. Bikes were another area where LeMond undoubtedly innovated. He was among the first riders to use a carbon fibre road bike in racing, but, our stunning example bike is steel. Either way, it's incredibly cool. Unlike, perhaps, the wool jersey.

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Thanks for watching (and reading this far!). If you have read this far, make sure you comment your favourite era: RETRO or MODERN

Thanks to Prendas Ciclismo for providing the modern version of the team kits.

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