Our Athletes

Hincapie Sportswear has been involved in every aspect of the sport from its very inception, and sponsoring athletes and teams is part of that involvement. We hold ourselves to the highest quality standards in everything we do, so we value character and integrity almost as much as race results in our chosen partners. We believe that the future of our sport rests on the shoulders of the leaders and mentors that help develop and cultivate a passion for cycling in new participants, particularly juniors. George and Rich Hincapie are both products of junior cycling programs, and they understand what is possible when young athletes receive support. We provide a full range of support from top professionals to high school clubs, and we’re very proud to be involved with the following teams, clubs and athletes.

BMC Racing Team

BMC Racing Team

Hincapie Sportswear is proud to be the official apparel supplier to the BMC Racing Team for the second consecutive year. In addition to racing and training in the Hincapie Velocity custom cycling clothing and accessories, the team will also be wearing Hincapie Premium Denim and Hincapie Merino Wool products. The American-Swiss BMC Racing Team will combine proven world-class talent with promising young potentials to leave their mark on the best races around the world. This top-level competition in the most extreme racing conditions will help Hincapie Sportswear further refine its industry-leading products and designs.

George Hincapie

George Hincapie

George Hincapie is one of the most recognized professional riders in the world, with numerous national championships and professional victories to his credit. He’s won a stage in the Tour de France and he’s the only American cyclist to represent the USA in 5 straight Olympic Games. Many know George as Lance Armstrong’s loyal teammate who helped him win 7 Tours de France, and he’s the only person to have ridden on 8 Tour de France winning teams. Hincapie Sportswear is a proud sponsor of the BMC Racing Team for 2011, and George is very pleased to be racing and training in custom kits made by his own company. As one of the most experienced and talented riders on his team, George will play a key role in helping his promising young teammates achieve their potential this season. The very same Velocity custom cycling clothing worn by the BMC Racing Team is available for your team or club.

Hincapie Development Team

BMC-Hincapie Sportswear
Development Cycling Team

George and Rich Hincapie created the Hincapie Development Team to give back to the sport they love and to help provide key opportunities for some of the best and brightest young cyclists in the southeast. The goal of the Hincapie Development Team is to further opportunities for U23/Junior riders to graduate to the Pro/Elite level of the sport. Junior team riders are paired with elite racing mentors who provide guidance in every aspect of the sport, including training techniques, racing strategy, nutrition and sports psychology. The Hincapie Development Team, which is based out of Greenville, S.C., will participate in many regional and national events across the entire country this year. BMC Racing Team member, George Hincapie is actively involved in the team and the development of its riders. To date, the team has been very successful at achieving their vision and several team members have graduated to larger professional and amateur programs.

Team Kenda

Kenda/5-hour Pro Cycling
p/b Geargrinder

Kenda/5-hour Pro Cycling p/b Geargrinder is a UCI professional continental team that is dedicated to the successful development of professional bicycle racing in the USA. Founded by former rider, Chad Thompson and led by 9-time Tour de France finisher, Frankie Andreu, the team features a strong roster of international talent that is supported by American staff members. With new sponsorship, one of America's premier stage race and criterium rosters, KPC aims to make a bid for the NRC standings and victories at all UCI races they are invited too. The agreement with Hincapie Sportswear is deeper than premium cycling apparel and accessories. The Hincapie U23 Development Team p/b Holowesko Partners is now one of two feeder teams for the Kenda/5-hour Pro Cycling p/b Geargrinder team. Hincapie development riders will have opportunities to compete in larger events alongside the more experienced Kenda/5-hour Pro riders. This relationship should prove valuable for both teams throughout the season and into the future.

Gobernación de Antioquia - Antioquia Indeportes

Gobernación de Antioquia
Antioquia Indeportes

Gobernación de Antioquia - Antioquia Indeportes is a professional continental team based in Colombia South America. The team was created by Indeportes Antioquia, a government sponsored institution whose mission is to promote sports and wellness in the region of Antioquia. The team is directed by former World Time Champion and Tour de France Stage winner Santiago Botero. At the recent 2011 Vuelta a Colombia, the team won three stages and spent several days in the yellow jersey. The Gobernación de Antioquia - Antioquia Indeportes squad will be traveling to the United States to compete in the Tour of Utah and the inaugural Tour of Colorado.

Green Creation Elite Team

Hincapie Sportswear / Green Creation Elite Cycling Team

The 2011 Hincapie Sportswear / Green Creation Elite Cycling Team is comprised of some of the fastest and most experienced racers in the southeast. The team boasts several multi-time state and national champions at the elite and masters levels. In 2011, the team will focus on Road Racing and Cyclocross events in the southeast as well as several national NRC events, including the Elite, Masters and U23 National Championships. The Hincapie Sportswear / Green Creation Elite Cycling Team members will also work closely with Hincapie U23 Development Team members to provide opportunities and guidance that will help the younger team members learn and progress in the sport. Hincapie Sportswear has been the team’s custom cycling clothing and accessories supplier since 2002.

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