Swedish protection brand POC has officially unveiled its new 2026 road cycling apparel collection, introducing a competition-focused “Raceday” line alongside updates to the Cadence range and a limited-edition “Legacy” capsule. The collection represents POC’s most ambitious push yet into performance cycling apparel, blending aerodynamic engineering with the brand’s signature design language.
The Raceday Collection: Built to Race
The headline of the 2026 launch is the all-new Raceday collection, designed specifically for racing and high-intensity riding. The range features highly compressive fabrics made from fully recycled materials, delivering targeted support and aerodynamic efficiency with a precise, aggressive fit optimized for competitive riding positions.
Both the male and female bib shorts feature flat elastic suspenders and raw-cut endings for a clean, comfortable fit. The female bib shorts include POC’s well-established suspender solution that allows riders to take a nature break without removing their jersey or jacket — a thoughtful detail that addresses a real need for women in the peloton.
The jerseys feature a race fit with bonded sleeves, high recovery levels, and exceptional moisture wicking. Critically, the collection uses gender-specific construction and cuts, optimized separately for female and male cyclists — a reflection of the industry’s growing recognition that performance apparel should be engineered for the rider, not one-size-fits-all.
Novus Chamois: Patent-Pending Innovation
At the heart of the Raceday collection is POC’s new patent-pending “Novus” chamois, developed through in-house research. The gender-specific pads represent a significant investment in comfort technology, addressing one of the most critical — and often overlooked — components of cycling apparel. POC’s Apparel Director Monica Lindstrom noted that the brand used its extensive experience in fabric and material development to “challenge ourselves and conventional thinking” in creating the Novus chamois.
Cadence Collection: Updated and Expanded
The Cadence road cycling collection, first introduced in 2025, receives notable updates for 2026. The standout addition is the new Women’s Cadence Cargo bib shorts, featuring the female-specific Novus chamois and an updated suspender system. The Cargo bibs add practical storage for longer rides, pairing functionality with POC’s performance-driven design ethos.
Legacy Collection: Heritage Meets Modern
Rounding out the seasonal introduction is the limited “Legacy” collection, which revisits colors and details from POC’s heritage. The Legacy line brings together classic POC design elements with modern-day performance fabrics and construction, creating a capsule that appeals to riders who appreciate the brand’s history alongside its forward-looking innovation.
Ultra Bags: Translucent Storage for Every Ride
The collection also introduces a brand-new translucent “Ultra” bags collection, designed for everything from intense one-day competitions to multi-day adventures. The Ultra bags add a distinctive visual element while providing practical storage solutions for competitive and endurance riders alike.
The Bigger Picture
POC’s 2026 road cycling collection signals the brand’s serious commitment to the performance cycling apparel market. Known globally for its helmets and protection gear, POC is leveraging its material science expertise and design credibility to compete with established cycling apparel brands. With the Raceday collection’s aerodynamic focus, the Novus chamois innovation, and the gender-specific engineering throughout, POC is positioning itself as a premium contender in the road cycling kit space.
The 2026 POC road cycling collection is available now through POC’s official website and authorized retailers.
Source: Outdoor Industry Association, POC