New for 2013 from Capo is the GS-13 kit, featuring a form-fitting race-style cut, carbon-infused fabrics, and a unique non-stretch harness at the top of the bib shorts.(Image credit: Jonny Irick)
Capo's Drago flagship kit features ColdBlack fabrics that supposedly reflect most of the sun's rays to help keep riders cool.(Image credit: Jonny Irick)
The Capo Drago jersey features angle-cut side pockets and an extra zippered pocket in the center that's also waterproof.(Image credit: Jonny Irick)
Straightforward - and straight-cut - triple rear pockets on the new Capo GS-13 jersey.(Image credit: Jonny Irick)
Capo says the non-stretch upper bib straps on the GS-13, Volta, and Drago kits improve fit quality and overal stability.(Image credit: Jonny Irick)
Capo's new GS-13 shorts feature laser-cut leg openings and a highly compressive fit.(Image credit: Jonny Irick)
Mesh inserts are used on the underside of the Capo GS-13 jersey sleeves, which are intentionally cut long for increased coverage.(Image credit: Jonny Irick)
Laser-cut leg openings with silicone gripper tape on the interior side are used on Capo's top-end Drago kit.(Image credit: Jonny Irick)
Very open mesh panels in the armpits of the Capo Drago jersey enhance airflow in hot weather.(Image credit: Jonny Irick)
Capo's SC-12 Donna women's-specific jersey is built with carbon-infused fabric to help ward off odor.(Image credit: Jonny Irick)
Capo's entire cycling kit range is divided into three collections so that buyers can more easily identify the type of fit and level of technology included. The top-end GS features the most aggressive fits and cutting-edge fabrics; the mid-range Super Corsa is geared toward everyday race use with advanced performance and snug fits but more reasonable price points; and the Corsa blends Euro-inspired styling and hard-working synthetic fabrics with slightly more casual cuts.
Highlighting the GS range for 2013 is the new GS-13 kit, built with a highly cycling-specific fit that incorporates longer sleeves for a little extra coverage but a very short front torso to eliminate bunching when hunched over the drops. ColdBlack panels in the jersey that are said to reflect most of the sun's rays are combined with liberal amounts of very open mesh to help keep riders comfortable in hot weather.
Down below, the GS-13 shorts feature a compressive fit for muscle support plus laser-cut leg openings dressed up with silicone gripper tape bonded to the inside. Interestingly, Capo has built the bib straps with a surprisingly stiff and non-stretch upper harness that supposedly lends more support than more conventional straps. As usual for Capo, the GS-13 also includes a multi-density, multi-thickness stretch chamois from Cytech that in this case is specifically geared toward long days in the saddle with higher-density padding than is typical.
Suggested retail price for the GS-13 jersey is US$200 while the matching shorts are US$250.
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