Dive in, make sense.
Road in Teneriffa

How will we travel in the future?

Not only is our world changing at a rapid pace, but so is how we explore it. What do we need to consider? What are the new opportunities and benefits?

Keep reading
Two cyclists crossing a bridge

Warm and dry through the winter

The pandemic winter forces us to be more outside. How to dress to stay warm and dry when hanging out in the fresh air or cycling around town throughout winter?
Keep reading
Hugo Koblet drinking Vivi Kola

Vivi Kola: The rebirth of a legend

The once famous Swiss cola, Vivi Kola, was successfully relaunched in 2008. In its history, Vivi Kola used to be a major sponsor in Swiss cycling. Now you can celebrate this tradition with Le Picot’s vintage Vivi Kola Merino Wool Jerseys.

Keep reading
Polymere

Sustainability is more than planting trees

Planting trees is easy and pleasant but does not guarantee effectiveness in fighting climate change. Natural systems, society, and economy, threaten to be left out.

Keep reading
Le Picot Production Portugal

Consumption, production, and transparency

On Arte, the fascinating documentary «Re: Wissen, was man kauft» is available for free streaming until 24.11 (only in German and French).  We warmly recommend this short movie (32 mins) for everybody involved and interested in fair and sustainable consumption. The documentary shows that this is only possible with transparency along the supply chain and shows how entrepreneurs in different industries make changes for the better.

Keep reading
Autumn mood with falling leaves on a footpath.

Dress warm for the Corona autumn?

Autumn will be a crucial time for us in the colder regions of Europe because infection rates seem to be higher in closed rooms than outside. So, how to dress for the Corona autumn? Well, applying a layering concept: A sturdy jacket is your top layer protecting you from the weather. Beneath, you layer underwear that regulates your body temperature and additional warming layers. And don’t forget to cover your head!

Keep reading
Different fabrics in different colors.

Pros and cons of recent fabric innovations

Sustainability is moving the textile industry. At recent fairs several innovative fabrics sourced of alternative natural materials have been presented: Interesting, but often contradictory.

Keep reading
Urban cyclists on the road.

Pop-up is the word

Innovative shops, cool restaurants, and now also new cycle tracks: Pop-up is the magic word. And now flexibility and temporary use make their inroads into urban planning, thanks to social distancing.

Keep reading
Urban woman with beanie and sunglasses.

Yes, our items look good on women too!

When we launched Le Picot we shied away from designing a women’s line. But we designed some unisex items, that look excellent on women. And yes, we heard you: We will gradually phase in items specifically designed for women.

Keep reading
Cyclist on a mountain ride with racing bike.

Women racing: an increasing trend

Cycling a macho sport? Awareness of professional women cyclists is changing and more and more women bet on bikes for endurance sport. About time.

Keep reading