Kalas Sportswear, S.r.o.

What Kalas Sportswear, S.r.o. does

Kalas Sportswear, s.r.o. is a privately held Czech manufacturer of cycling and triathlon apparel, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Tábor, Czech Republic. The company designs and produces technical on-bike clothing — jerseys, bib shorts, skinsuits, gilets, jackets, base layers, warmers, gloves, socks, and headwear — for men, women, and juniors, organized into branded collections including the minimalist PASSION line, the paint-splash MOTION line, the aero PROJECT line, the entry-level BASE line, and the artistic FEARLESSLY and POSTERLAD limited editions. Its technical differentiation rests on proprietary fabric platforms: TEMPS (warm 4-way stretch), RAZOR (ultra-thin aero), VERANO (hot-weather), GOFFRATO+ (Italian compressive), and DRYARN base-layer fibers, combined with exclusive use of Elastic Interface chamois pads in shorts and bib shorts.

The company's commercial model is direct-to-consumer via the kalas.cc e-commerce storefront, supported by free delivery over €130, free returns within 30 days, and 1-business-day shipping, with all EU/UK data processing documented under GDPR. A parallel B2B custom design service supplies bespoke kits to cycling clubs, amateur teams, corporates, charities, and events with a minimum order quantity of five main garments. Kalas monetizes its brand credibility through official replica collections for the UCI WorldTeam Alpecin-Premier Tech, the Dutch federation KNWU, and Team Czechia, and through artist collaborations such as POSTERLAD Z5 with Czech artist Vratislav Pecka. Operations span a Czech manufacturing and registered office base, a UK subsidiary (KALAS Wear Ltd., Somerton) handling UK customer data, and a Benelux subsidiary (KALAS Benelux Bvba, Nijlen), with Sports Brands & Domains, s.r.o. and Property 276, s.r.o. functioning as group holding and property entities. No external funding, public listing, or revenue disclosure is evidenced; ownership is closely held within the Czech-based group structure.

Name

Kalas Sportswear, S.r.o.

Legal name

KALAS Sportswear, s.r.o.

Website

https://kalas.cc

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Kalas Sportswear is a Czech cycling and triathlon apparel manufacturer (founded 1991, Tábor) selling direct-to-consumer via kalas.cc and via custom B2B team kits, serving individual riders, clubs, national federations, and the UCI WorldTeam Alpecin-Premier Tech with proprietary technical fabrics.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cycling Apparel Manufacturing

NAICS

Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing (339920), Sporting Goods Retailers (459110), Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (3159)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949), Retail-Apparel & Accessory Stores (5600)

akta.pro primary industry

Bike Apparel, Helmets & Protective Gear Retail (CRAMAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Cycling & Bike Retail (Sales, Service & Accessories) (CRAMABAH)

Keywords

• Cycling apparel manufacturing
• Custom team jerseys
• Triathlon sportswear
• Cycling bib shorts
• Professional team replicas

Headquarters

HQ city

Tábor

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct E-commerce Sales: B2C sales of cycling apparel through kalas.cc e-commerce platform. Products include jerseys, shorts, tights, socks, gilets, jackets, base layers, warmers, caps, and accessories for men, women, and kids.
2. Custom Team Orders: B2B custom design services for cycling clubs, teams, companies, charities, and events. Minimum order quantity of five main garments for custom cycle kit orders.
3. Team Replica Sales: Sales of official replica apparel for professional cycling teams including Alpecin-Premier Tech (UCI WorldTeam), KNWU (Dutch national federation), and Team Czechia.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Kalas Sportswear designs and manufactures technical cycling and triathlon apparel, including jerseys, bib shorts, skinsuits, base layers, socks and accessories under proprietary branded collections (PASSION, MOTION, PROJECT, FEARLESSLY, BASE). The company sells ready-to-wear apparel direct to individual cyclists via its kalas.cc e-commerce storefront and offers custom team apparel manufacturing for clubs, federations, and corporate clients with a minimum order of five main garments.

Product overview

Kalas Sportswear is a Czech-based cycling apparel manufacturer founded in 1991 in Tábor, producing a comprehensive range of technical cycling clothing. The product portfolio consists of multiple branded collections including PASSION (premium minimalist), MOTION (movement-inspired splash designs), FEARLESSLY (bold artistic), and BASE (entry-level technical) lines. Core products span jerseys (short/long sleeve in RAZOR aero, VERANO summer, and TEMPS insulated variants), shorts and bib shorts featuring Elastic Interface pads, gilets, jackets, skinsuits, base layers, warmers, gloves, socks, and headwear across Men's, Women's, and Kids categories. Special offerings include Custom Design services for clubs and teams (minimum 5 garments), professional team replicas (Alpecin-Premier Tech, KNWU, TEAM CZECHIA), and limited artist collaborations (POSTERLAD Z5 with Vratislav Pecka). The company positions itself on eco-friendly packaging and serves customers ranging from individual cyclists to professional racing teams.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PASSION Collection (PASSION Z6) Premium cycling apparel line combining carefully selected fabrics with precise workmanship and minimalist design across a diverse colour palette, including RAZOR aero-fit jerseys, VERANO summer jerseys, TEMPS long-sleeve jerseys and bib shorts.
• MOTION Collection (MOTION Z6) Cycling apparel line inspired by movement and colour, featuring distinctive splash designs and everyday comfort with unique visual aesthetics.
• FEARLESSLY Collection Bold cycling apparel line with painting-inspired vibrant colour compositions that transform fine art into wearable performance garments, including jerseys, aero socks, caps, base layers and skinsuits.
• BASE Collection Entry-level cycling base layers featuring technical fabrics such as DRYARN and MERINO for moisture management and temperature regulation.
• PROJECT Z6 Aero tight-fit cycling jerseys designed for racing purposes, featuring ultra-thin, quick-drying materials with excellent stretch and recovery.
• Custom Design / Team Replica Service Bespoke cycling apparel manufacturing service allowing clubs, teams, companies, charities and events to create custom-designed cycle clothing with a minimum order quantity of five main garments.
• POSTERLAD Z5 Limited Edition Limited edition collaboration with Czech artist Vratislav Pecka (PosterLad) translating his Purple Glow artwork into jerseys, bib shorts, gilets, socks and caps.
• Alpecin-Premier Tech Team Replica Official replica apparel of UCI WorldTeam Alpecin-Premier Tech made available to fans and consumers.
• KNWU Collection Dutch cycling federation KNWU collection featuring iconic Dutch orange short-sleeve jerseys and bib shorts in a modern paint-splash design.
• TEAM CZECHIA Z6 National team replica collection featuring Czech Republic cycling apparel for national team supporters and athletes.
• Merci Poupou Collection Tribute collection to legendary cyclist Raymond Poulidor (PouPou) featuring retro Tour de France-inspired designs for Alpecin-Premier Tech fans.
• Cycling Shorts & Bib Shorts Performance cycling shorts and bib shorts featuring Elastic Interface Endurance 3D pads, compressive GOFFRATO+ fabric and anti-slip leg grippers.
• Cycling Skinsuits One-piece aerodynamic cycling suits for racing and triathlon available in short sleeve and long sleeve configurations.
• Base Layers Technical base layer garments for moisture management and temperature regulation featuring MERINO wool and DRYARN materials.
• Cycling Gilets & Vests Lightweight cycling vests providing wind protection and temperature regulation, including PASSION Z4 Gilet All Rounder and STRATOS/net mesh gilets.
• Cycling Jackets Full-coverage cycling jackets for adverse weather conditions, available in men's, women's and kids categories.
• Warmers & Shoe Covers Arm warmers, leg warmers, knee warmers and shoe covers providing additional warmth and protection in variable conditions.
• Cycling Gloves Cycling gloves including the PASSION Z4 AERO Short glove for performance and comfort.
• Headwear (Caps & Balaclavas) Cycling caps, summer caps, under-helmet caps and balaclavas providing sun protection and warmth, including KALAS Z3, Z4 and FEARLESSLY Z6 branded options.
• KALAS Core Socks High-quality cycling socks in multiple series featuring silver-infused fabric for odor protection, breathable structures and anatomical fit, in high and low cut variants.
• KALAS AERO Socks Aerodynamic cycling socks with sophisticated patterns for close shoe fit, LYCRA SPEED material and double gripper for leg stability, reducing drag and improving speed.
• Triathlon Apparel Specialized triathlon clothing including tops, skinsuits and shorts designed for multi-sport performance.
• Leisurewear Off-bike casual clothing including T-shirts and sweatshirts for everyday wear, blending cycling-inspired style with casual comfort.
• Gift Vouchers Purchasable gift card vouchers redeemable in the kalas.cc online store.

Quantifiable outcome

• Free delivery over €130, free returns within 30 days, shipped within one business day

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Alpecin-Premier TechflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerUCI WorldTeam cycling team for which Kalas produces official replica cycling apparel. The partnership includes team replica jerseys and bib shorts available to consumers, aligning Kalas with professional cycling at the highest level.
• KNWU (Royal Dutch Cycling Union)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational cycling federation of the Netherlands for which Kalas creates official apparel collections featuring iconic Dutch orange colors in modern paint-splash designs.
• Elastic InterfacecoreTechnology or IntegrationWorld-renowned manufacturer of cycling chamois/pads. Kalas exclusively uses Elastic Interface pads in all cycling shorts and bib shorts, constructed in collaboration using latest technologies for maximum comfort.
• PosterLad (Vratislav Pecka)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with celebrated Czech artist Vratislav Pecka (aka PosterLad) on exclusive POSTERLAD Z5 cycling collection inspired by his Purple Glow artwork. Includes jerseys, bib shorts, aero socks, and summer caps.
• Team CzechiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCzech national cycling team official apparel partnership including Team Czechia Z6 summer cap collection.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Rapha: Rapha is a UK-founded premium cycling apparel brand with a global DTC and retail Clubhouse network. Comparable to Kalas in premium road cycling apparel positioning, custom team-kit services (Rapha Custom), and professional team sponsorships, though Rapha operates at significantly larger scale with broader geographic reach.
• Pearl Izumi: Pearl Izumi is a long-established (1970s) cycling and triathlon apparel manufacturer with broader product range spanning entry-level through premium tiers. Comparable to Kalas on cycling and triathlon apparel scope, but operates at significantly larger scale with global wholesale and DTC distribution.

Emerging players

• Isadore: Isadore is a Slovakian premium cycling apparel brand founded by professional cyclists, focused on understated performance aesthetics. Comparable to Kalas on Central European manufacturing heritage, premium road cycling positioning, and DTC-led growth in the European market.
• MAAP: MAAP is an Australian premium cycling apparel brand with strong design-led positioning and rapid international growth through DTC. Comparable to Kalas on premium performance jerseys/bibs, design-forward collections, and DTC e-commerce model, though MAAP is younger and more lifestyle-oriented.
• Le Col: Le Col is a British premium cycling apparel brand with pro-team heritage and a focus on performance road cycling. Comparable to Kalas on premium road cycling apparel, WorldTour team sponsorship history, and a similar European DTC footprint.

Direct peers

• Castelli: Castelli is an Italian premium cycling apparel manufacturer with deep roots in professional racing (multiple WorldTour team sponsorships). Directly comparable to Kalas on proprietary fabric technology, aero race garments, custom team-kit services, and UCI WorldTeam partnerships.
• Sportful: Sportful is an Italian cycling apparel brand with deep WorldTour team partnerships (e.g., Bora-Hansgrohe) and a focus on technical performance garments. Comparable to Kalas on pro-team replica sales, fabric technology development, and European road cycling positioning.
• Santini Cycling Wear: Santini is an Italian cycling apparel manufacturer specializing in custom team kits and federation apparel, including UCI partnerships. Closely comparable to Kalas in custom design services, national federation partnerships (e.g., Italy, other federations), and replica apparel offerings.
• Assos of Switzerland: Assos is a Swiss premium cycling apparel brand with proprietary fabric technology and a focus on road cycling performance. Comparable to Kalas on technical fabric innovation, premium pricing, and direct-to-consumer distribution, with a stronger heritage in the high-end performance niche.

Others

• POC Sports: POC is a Swedish safety-focused cycling brand offering helmets, body armor, eyewear, and apparel. Comparable to Kalas as a cycling-adjacent apparel and accessory brand serving the same pro-team and amateur cycling customer base, though POC's core focus is protective equipment rather than performance apparel.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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