To celebrate the Tudor Pro Cycling Team’s debut at the Tour de France and the return of team owner Fabian Cancellara, Tudor has just released a new limited-edition chronograph: the Pelagos FXD Chrono “Yellow”. Inspired by the iconic maillot jaune and tuned for performance on two wheels, this watch brings cycling and horology closer than ever.
A Watch Born From Speed, Endurance, and Heritage
Founded in 1926, Tudor has steadily built a name for crafting robust tool watches with real-world credibility. While best known for its dive and military-inspired models, the brand has recently expanded into the world of professional cycling through the Tudor Pro Cycling Team, created in 2022. With victories in races like Paris-Nice and the Tour of the Alps, and now an entry into cycling’s most prestigious event, Tudor marks the occasion with a timepiece that mirrors its ambition—both on the wrist and on the road.
This isn’t Tudor’s first foray into cycling horology. Earlier this year, a Giro d’Italia edition was released in pink to reflect the leader’s jersey of that race. Now, with the Tour de France in full swing, yellow takes center stage, honoring both the race leader and Cancellara’s legacy—he wore the yellow jersey for a total of 29 days during his career and claimed eight Tour stage wins.
Technical Performance Meets Lightweight Construction
The Pelagos FXD Chrono “Yellow” is built for athletes. Its 43mm carbon composite case is lightweight yet durable, making it perfect for the demands of elite sport. With fixed lugs, a titanium screw-down crown and pushers, and a case thickness of just 13.2mm, this chronograph sits comfortably and securely on the wrist—even in action.
The movement inside is the COSC-certified MT5813 caliber, a proven automatic chronograph with column wheel and vertical clutch, developed in collaboration with Breitling. It delivers 70 hours of power reserve and drives a cycling-specific 45-minute totalizer, a central chronograph seconds hand, a running seconds subdial, and a discreet date window at 6 o’clock.
Water-resistant to 100 meters, it may not be a diver, but it doesn’t shy away from unpredictable race-day weather either. The tachymeter bezel is calibrated for cycling speeds, adding another layer of relevance to the model’s athletic purpose.
Aesthetics Steeped in Tour de France Tradition
The Pelagos FXD “Yellow” is defined by its black dial with vibrant yellow accents, a clear nod to the Tour’s iconic jersey. The yellow is echoed on the single-piece fabric strap, stitched with a central yellow stripe, offering a rugged yet refined look that complements cycling kits and casual wear alike.
True to Tudor’s design language, the dial features snowflake hands, square lume plots, and Grade X1 Super-LumiNova, ensuring optimal readability under any lighting condition. It’s a watch that captures the spirit of the Tour—relentless, competitive, and unapologetically bold.
This piece isn’t just a timekeeper—it’s a statement of allegiance to the cycling world, a tribute to one of its modern legends, and a celebration of performance, both human and mechanical.
A Limited-Edition Worthy of a Champion
Priced at $5,600, the Tudor Pelagos FXD Chrono “Yellow” is a limited edition of 300 pieces, available now through selected retailers. With its focused functionality, sporting roots, and undeniable visual punch, this release reflects a brand on a mission: to cement its place in modern sports culture without sacrificing authenticity.
For collectors, fans of the Tour de France, or simply those who appreciate purpose-built horology with attitude, this might just be the ultimate summer companion. If you’ve ever dreamed of riding in yellow—even just a little—this is your chance to wear it with pride. And coming from Tudor, it’s even cooler !
