Il Lombardia, known as the Race of the Falling Leaves, is the last great Monument of the cycling season. Held each October in the stunning Lombardy region of northern Italy, this race is famous for its brutal climbs, dramatic descents, and the breathtaking autumn scenery of the lakes and mountains. Our Il Lombardia cycling jerseys collection celebrates the teams and riders who have triumphed on these challenging roads.
Il Lombardia has a special place in Italian cycling history, with legends like Fausto Coppi, Gino Bartali, and Eddy Merckx all claiming victory on its roads. The race is particularly beloved by climbers, making it a favourite of the Italian cycling jersey tradition. Explore our full Monument cycling jerseys collection for all five Monument races, or browse Italy cycling jerseys for more Italian cycling heritage. Our Classic Era Teams collection also features many of the great Italian teams who dominated this race.
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What is Il Lombardia and why is it significant?
Il Lombardia, also known as the Race of the Falling Leaves, is one of cycling's five Monument races. Held each October in northern Italy, it is the last major one-day race of the season and is renowned for its demanding climbs. It has been won by legends including Fausto Coppi, Eddy Merckx, and Gino Bartali. Explore our full Monument cycling jerseys collection for all Monument race jerseys.
Which teams dominated Il Lombardia historically?
Italian teams have historically dominated Il Lombardia. Teams like Molteni, Faema, and Bianchi produced many of the race's greatest champions. Browse our Classic Era Teams collection and Italy cycling jerseys for jerseys from these legendary Italian teams.
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