Tudor Releases a Pink Carbon Chronograph Exclusively for Cyclists, With Only 300 Units Available
In a span of a week, Tudor's unveiled two carbon fiber chronographs that left watch enthusiasts shooketh their feeds! First came the F1-inspired Black Bay Chrono "Carbon 25," followed by this dazzler - a limited edition cycling cannonball celebrating the Maglia Rosa, the most iconic symbol of professional cycling. It's safe to say Tudor's hoarding a secret carbon stash somewhere in Geneva.
Maglia Rosa: More Than a Pretty Rose
For those who ain't steeped in cycling culture, the Maglia Rosa, literally "pink jersey" in Italian, is undoubtedly royalty. It's been adorning the leader of the Giro d'Italia, aka one of the three Grand Tours and the sexiest bike race in the world, since 1909. Winning that bad boy means you've conquered Everest six times over, considering its insane cumulative elevation gain. When Tudor became the Official Timekeeper of the Giro d'Italia, creating a watch that harks back to this tradition wasn't just fitting - it was inevitable.
Fun fact: this ain't Tudor's first rodeo with pink for the Giro. Last year, they cooked up a one-off pink Pelagos FXD Chrono specifically for winner Tadej Pogačar. Now, 300 lucky collectors get a slice of that victory.
Built for Bikes, Worn on Wrists
The Pelagos FXD Chrono "Pink" draws on Tudor's cycling-specific platform that screeched out with the "Cycling Edition" last year. This 43mm bad boy is a superlight carbon composite case, designed to withstand the rigors of professional cycling without weighing you down. Tough enough to survive three weeks of racing through Italian mountains and cobbled streets, yet sleek and slim enough to slip under your cycling jersey.
What sets this apart from your average pink watch is the attention to cycling-specific details. The tachymeter scale twists around the dial in a layout calibrated for cycling speeds rather than motorsport. A traditional tachymeter would be optimized for calculating speeds well above 100 mph, but this one focuses on the 25-40 mph range where elite cyclists actually operate. It's a subtle, but meaningful nod to actual use rather than just aesthetics.
The case construction plays host to both carbon composite and titanium elements - the screw-down crown and chronograph pushers are both titanium, giving them the durability needed at critical stress points. At 13.2mm thick, it's surprisingly slim considering all the chronograph cogs it's packing.
Pink Accents, Black Awesomeness
Tudor showed alarming restraint with the pink colorway, creating a look that wasclassy without making you think of Bismol. Strategic touches of pink grace the tachymeter scale and the chronograph subdials, complementing the matte black dial beautifully. Balance is key here, homey.
The single-piece fabric strap echoes the dial accents, draping your wrist in black with a pink stripe running down the middle. It's sporty without being gaudy, and it even comes with an extra Tudor Pro Cycling Team strap keeper for dat authentic paddock vibe. The snowflake hands, filled with Grade X1 Super-LumiNova, ensure you'll have no problems navigating those pre-dawn training rides or your late-stage finishes at break-neck speeds.
The Heart of a Jock
Underneath the lightweight shell beats Tudor's Manufacture Calibre MT5813, the same engine powering their other chronographs. Constructed with Breitling B01 architecture but modified by Tudor, it's equipped with a column wheel, vertical clutch - the finest components of a true chronograph.
The movement hums along at 28,800 bph (4 Hz), offers approximately 70 hours of power reserve, and bears COSC certification. The silicon hairspring offers additional resistance to magnetism and temperature variations, ensuring you can rely on it during those sweat-inducing mountain passes or white-knuckle descents.
What we particularly admire is the 45-minute chronograph counter at 3 o'clock. While most racing chrono counters are calibrated for the 30-minute marks common in motorsport, cycling stages often require timing longer intervals, making this 45-minute register a real lifesaver.
Limited Run, Lasting Impressions
The most unexpected thing about this release? Its minuscule 300-piece production run. Each watch carries an individual number on the caseback, marked with an engraving of three cyclists.
At $5,600, it ain't cheap, but it's priced the same as the "Cycling Edition" Pelagos FXD Chrono, making this more of a celebration of color rather than a pump up in price. Given that many cycling-themed watches from other brands scream "limited edition" and charge a fortune for it, Tudor's restraint here is surprisingly refreshing.
Specs Sheet
Case Size: 43mmCase Thickness: 13.2mmCase Material: Black carbon composite with titanium crown and pushersBezel: Fixed 60-minute graduated bezelDial: Matte black with pink accents and cycling-specific tachymeterCrystal: Domed sapphireWater Resistance: 100m (330 ft)Movement: Manufacture Calibre MT5813 (COSC-certified)Power Reserve: Approximately 70 hoursLume: Grade X1 Swiss Super-LumiNova on hands and hour markersStrap: Single-piece black fabric with pink stripe and pink striping strap keeperLimited Edition: Yes, 300 pieces individually numbered
Pricing & Availability
If you fancy yourself a collector of cycling-inspired timepieces, you'd better get movin' on the TUDOR Pelagos FXD Chrono "Pink" - it's scampering outta authorized dealers' shops now, priced at $5,600. With only 300 pieces hatching into the world, and Tudor's gaining popularity in the cycling scene, these little pink seats are likely gonna get snatched real quick. Forget about sitrin' on your couch, grab yours before it's gone!
- The Maglia Rosa, the iconic symbol of professional cycling, is more than just a pretty pink jersey; it has adorned the leader of the Giro d'Italia since 1909, signifying victory over the race's immense elevation gain.
- Similar to the "Cycling Edition" released last year, the Pelagos FXD Chrono "Pink" features a carbon composite case and compromises cycling-specific details like a tachymeter calibrated for racing speeds.
- This limited edition timepiece, priced at $5,600, boasts a heart of a jock with the Manufacture Calibre MT5813 movement and is built to withstand the rigors of professional cycling, all while maintaining an elegant and classy appearance.
