Tissot T-Race Cycling

About This Watch

The Tissot T-Race Cycling is the brand's boldest, most sport-specific timepiece, born directly from Tissot's position as official timekeeper of the Tour de France and numerous other professional cycling events since 1988. Unlike dress watches or general-purpose sports watches, the T-Race Cycling makes no attempt at versatility — it is unashamedly, exclusively an athletic instrument designed to be worn during vigorous physical activity and to celebrate cycling culture at all other times. The case design is the most distinctive element: the stainless steel case is partially sheathed in a silicone protective cover that references bicycle component design, with the pushers and crown integrated into an organic form that prevents accidental actuation during athletic movement. The yellow dial — referencing the iconic maillot jaune of the Tour de France — creates maximum visibility and impact, with the chronograph sub-dials clearly delineated against the vibrant ground color. The silicone strap is specifically designed for comfort during perspiration, with channels and perforations that allow airflow against the skin — a detail that anyone who has worn a metal bracelet during exercise will immediately appreciate. The ETA G10.212 quartz chronograph movement provides precise timing functionality essential for tracking intervals, splits, and overall ride duration, with the robust construction needed to withstand the vibration and impacts that accompany cycling and other outdoor sports. At 44.5mm, the T-Race commands attention — this is not a watch for those seeking subtlety. At $425, the T-Race Cycling occupies a unique niche: it is the official watch of professional cycling from the sport's official timekeeper, offering genuine sport-specific design and Swiss quality at a price accessible to amateur cyclists who aspire to the same equipment standards as the professionals they admire.