# Flesh Panelled Cycling Suits People are Reacting Strongly to the Colombian Women's Cycling Uniform By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-09-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colombian-womens-cycling References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/369343/The-Colombian-Women-Cycling-Team-s-Awkward-Uniforms-Cause-Controversy/) & [mashable](http://mashable.com/2014/09/15/colombian-cycling-uniform/) The awkwardly designed Colombian women's cycling team uniform is causing an uproar. The unusual suits have a wide beige panel that extends from mid-torso to upper thigh, giving the appearance of exposed skin in what is typically a private area. While the flesh-like panels were opaque, the nude color is certainly eye-catching, causing a double take. Attendees at last Friday's Instituto Distrital de Recreacion y Deporte event in Italy had a strong negative reaction to them, to the extent that the President of the Union Cycliste Internationale Brian Cookson released a statement via Twitter calling the kits "unacceptable by any standard of decency." The Colombian women's cycling team outfits had attendees calling for a redesign as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Controversial Sportswear:** The backlash against the Colombian women's cycling team uniform shows an opportunity for new designs that consider sensibilities. - **Innovative Athletic Apparel:** The outrage over the cycling suits could spur designers to create more fashion-forward, functional and comfortable athletic clothing. - **Body-inspired Clothing:** The buzz around the Colombian cycling team's uniforms may lead to body-inspired fashion and activewear as a new trend. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sportswear:** The cycling uniform uproar highlights the need for more inclusive and respectful clothing designs in the sportswear industry. - **Athletic Apparel:** Athletic apparel brands can capitalize on the backlash by creating more comfortable and practical clothing that accommodates different body shapes. - **Fashion:** The controversy surrounding the uniforms may spur the fashion industry to create more unique and innovative designs inspired by the human body. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Advanced Thermoregulation Cycling Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-thermoregulation.md) - [Long-Distance Cycling Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brevet.md) - [Modest Cycling Gear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycling-hijab.md) - [Performance-Driven Competitive Attires](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curling-national-team.md) - [Performance-Driven Olympic Athlete Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/team-canada-kits.md) - [Performance-Driven Cyclist Shorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-shorts.md) - [Cultural Exhibition Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exhibit-columbus.md) - [Carbon-Neutral Olympic Outfits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/official-outfit-for-team-china.md) - [Vibrant Women's Athlete Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakland-soul-sports-club.md)