With the sun shining and temperatures soaring, it's time to grab your Milano Shorts and enjoy some relaxation time. The functional fabric used in their construction is lightweight and soft against the skin while the above the knee length gives them an athletic silhouette. 2 side pockets, one with internal phone pocket, makes space for essentials and a front fly with snap closure keeps the shorts securely in place.
Premium Performance. Minus a Premium Price. Bringing together as much technology as possible from their premium cycling shorts, but without the premium cost, the Competizione Kit Cycling Bib Shorts are perfectly at home in the cut and thrust of a race but also brilliantly comfortable for all those times when you're not pining a number on. From their Free Aero Race 4 shorts come both the low-drag Vortex BLC textured fabric on the legs and the Giro4 leg grippers, complete with a raw-edge finish for a wonderfully smooth and comfortable fit and slippery aerodynamics. Mesh straps to the bib section guarantee excellent breathability and flatlock stitching ensure chafing is a thing of the past. Not only benefitting from Castelli's fabric know-how, but the Competizione also get a signature Castelli fit. Supportive of your muscles and with the perfect degree of flexibility, they're ever so comfortable from the moment you pull them on. The cost to performance ratio is simply unbeatable. KISS Air2 Seat Pad When you're on the bike you'll also enjoy superb on-the-saddle comfort from Castelli's KISS Air2 seat pad. Next to the skin, you'll enjoy the luxury of Castelli's softest ever surface fabric, delivering immediate comfort. Seamless construction and stretch fit all but eliminate chafing as you push the watts. Next comes the dual-density, variable thickness padding. This sees maximum density and thickness across the ischial zone, reduced thickness around the perineum and then minimum thickness at the edges. This is all wrapped up in an anatomically shaped pad for optimal comfort for any distance.
Come spring and summer and ever-longer hours of daylight, there comes the chance to get out and enjoy riding more and more. And when you're riding further, faster and building summer fitness, the Women's Velocissima 3 Cycling Bib Shorts keep you pedalling comfortably. The premium Endurance Evolution fabric used in their construction gives the perfect balance of muscle support and pedalling flexibility. The matte finish also adds a premium look and feel. At the ends of the legs, raw-cut edges give a smooth finish, avoiding excess pressure and bulges, while silicone grippers hold the shorts nicely in place. To the upper body, wide, flexible bib straps can be worn crisscrossed to the front or back, depending on what you find most comfortable. And with that high stretch, you can also take nature breaks without the need to remove the bibs. Kiss Air2 Donna Seat Pad Created specifically for female cyclists, the Kiss Air2 Donna Seat Pad incorporates many features of the top-of-the-line Progetto x2 seat pad but at a more affordable price. Now with an even softer next-to-skin layer and with seamless construction, the Kiss Air2 eliminates chafing and features a bacteriostatic treatment to avoid saddle sores and infection. Next, the dual-density and infinitely variable thickness give you the perfect cushioning for every part of the pad. Thicker, and now more supportive where needed, slimmer where it's not. And with an anatomic shape, pedalling flexibility is in no way compromised.
Made from a super-soft poly/cotton fabric, the Maurizo T-Shirt brings the same comfort and style you'd expect from the leading purveyors of performance cycling kit. The relaxed fit is instantly comfortable and a screen-printed Castelli print lends a distinctive cycling style to your casualwear.
Come spring and summer and ever-longer hours of daylight, there comes the chance to get out and enjoy riding more and more. And when you're riding further, faster and building summer fitness, the Women's Velocissima 3 Cycling Shorts keep you pedalling comfortably. The premium Endurance Evolution fabric used in their construction gives the perfect balance of muscle support and pedalling flexibility. The matte finish also adds a premium look and feel. At the ends of the legs, raw-cut edges give a smooth finish, avoiding excess pressure and bulges, while silicone grippers hold the shorts nicely in place. Moving to the waist, this is a dual-layer construction. Not only does this give brilliant support, keeping your shorts in place, but the excellent flexibility also allows easy movement and space for deep breaths too. Kiss Air2 Donna Seat Pad Created specifically for female cyclists, the Kiss Air2 Donna Seat Pad incorporates many features of the top-of-the-line Progetto x2 seat pad but at a more affordable price. Now with an even softer next-to-skin layer and with seamless construction, the Kiss Air2 eliminates chafing and features a bacteriostatic treatment to avoid saddle sores and infection. Next, the dual-density and infinitely variable thickness give you the perfect cushioning for every part of the pad. Thicker, and now more supportive where needed, slimmer where it's not. And with an anatomic shape, pedalling flexibility is in no way compromised.
The Prologo has always been a popular jersey thanks to its winning combination of performance materials and refined fit. And this iteration, the Prologo 7 Cycling Jersey continues that tradition. The Micro-piqué polyester used for the body gives a luxurious softness and it’s brilliant at dealing with the sweat you generate too. Sleeves use Velocity Rev2, a nod to smooth aerodynamics, and raw-cut endings are wonderfully comfortable as well as streamlined. On hot days, you’ll more than welcome the full-length YKK® Vislon® zipper, keeping you in control of airflow and temperature regulation. 3 rear pockets ensure you have space for nutrition, fuelling you for the ride, as well as any small tools or an emergency gilet. The dropped design also keeps the pockets nicely in place and minimises sagging when you have them loaded up. And with reflective details, you’ll be more visible on rides that stretch into the fading light of a summer evening.
The concept for the Women's Free Aero RC Bib Shorts is simple; use a premium seat pad, offer a refined fit with perfect muscle support and then remove everything else that’s not absolutely necessary. Whether you pin on a race number or not, the Women's Free Aero RC are Castelli's most refined race short yet, with a fit and features that make them perfect for any cyclist. Less is More The focus of any cycling short is of course comfort, and here Castelli have taken a less is more approach. Compared to previous Free shorts there are now fewer panels, down from 10 to 5, and hence fewer seams. Highly supportive Forza 2 fabric is used to offer just the right amount of support and compression too. This all combines to give a brilliantly refined and sculpted fit, a wonderful sense of freedom during your pedal stroke and far less chance of chafing. This minimalist approach also extends to the leg grippers - or rather the lack of grippers. Instead, there are raw cut edges that feel fantastic. This has been made possible by extensive testing (28 prototypes), to get the fit and feel just right, and the support of compressive fabric. This gives an unrivalled sense of freedom and comfort that is unmatched. No more harsh elastic or irritating silicone. Refined Bib Straps When it comes to the upper body, again Castelli have sought to minimise the construction, removing bulk, boosting comfort and improving airflow. Open-weave bib straps let air in while also letting moisture evaporate away quickly. To the back, a reinforcing yoke ensures your straps remain flat and in place, while the mesh back is kept narrow, again to improve airflow to the body and prevent overheating. At the lower back, the bib forms a convenient storage pocket too. Women’s Progetto X² Air Donna Seat Pad The top-end Women’s Progetto X2 Air Donna seat pad is now better than ever. Castelli has improved the shape of the back and improved the method of stitching it in place. The result is it now sits flatter and offers greater comfort. The X2 retains its awesome ventilating perforations, keeping you cooler and drier on endurance rides. The design allows air and moisture to flow directly to the surface fabric for quick evaporation maintaining dryness. A 3-layer component construction also features two densities of foam plus gel pads to provide progressive damping. A super-soft and stretchy next-to-skin layer, with an antibacterial finish, completes this premium pad.
Stepping away from plain cycling gloves, the Competizione 2 Cycling Gloves bring some bold colours and sublimated graphical finishes to your glove game. But beyond the distinctive looks, they also perform brilliantly too. A synthetic palm, featuring the Castelli Damping System and medium-density padding, provides a secure grip and soaks up the micro-vibrations felt through the handlebars. The grip is also enhanced with a silicone grip pattern on the palm. A smooth no-sew wrist brings streamlined comfort and makes it easy to pull your gloves on and off before and after a ride. Castelli Damping System As cyclists, we can occasionally suffer numbness and discomfort in the hands, simply from prolonged periods of gripping the bars. The Castelli Damping System seeks to address this issue by carefully positioning a combination of cushioning foams and protection in key zones across the palm, providing damping from road vibration and increasing control and comfort.
The concept for the Free Aero RC Shorts is simple; use a premium seat pad, offer a refined fit with perfect muscle support and then remove everything else that’s not absolutely necessary. Whether you pin on a race number or not, the Free Aero RC are Castelli's most refined race short yet, with a fit and features that make them perfect for any cyclist. Less is More The focus of any cycling short is of course comfort, and here Castelli have taken a less is more approach. Compared to previous Free shorts there are now fewer panels, down from 10 to 5, and hence fewer seams. Highly supportive Forza 2 fabric is used to offer just the right amount of support and compression too. This all combines to give a brilliantly refined and sculpted fit, a wonderful sense of freedom during your pedal stroke and far less chance of chafing. This minimalist approach also extends to the leg grippers - or rather the lack of grippers. Instead, there are raw cut edges that feel fantastic. This has been made possible by extensive testing (28 prototypes), to get the fit and feel just right, and the support of compressive fabric. This gives an unrivalled sense of freedom and comfort that is unmatched. No more harsh elastic or irritating silicone. At the waist the raw-cut edges offer a fabulously smooth and flexible fit, letting you breathe easily and yet maintain a perfect fit. Women’s Progetto X² Air Donna Seat Pad The top-end Women’s Progetto X2 Air Donna seat pad is now better than ever. Castelli has improved the shape of the back and improved the method of stitching it in place. The result is it now sits flatter and offers greater comfort. The X2 retains its awesome ventilating perforations, keeping you cooler and drier on endurance rides. The design allows air and moisture to flow directly to the surface fabric for quick evaporation maintaining dryness. A 3-layer component construction also features two densities of foam plus gel pads to provide progressive damping. A super-soft and stretchy next-to-skin layer, with an antibacterial finish, completes this premium pad.
Rather than lather up arms in sunscreen, you can instead get reliable sun protection with the Prologo 7 Long Sleeve Cycling Jersey. The lightweight micro-piqué polyester body provides a UPF of 50 (Ultraviolet Protection Factor), blocking 98% of UV rays. But with plenty of airflow, this fabric also ensures you don’t overheat under warm skies and harder pedalling efforts. Super-light and stretchy sleeves in Velocity Rev2 fabric won’t weigh you down either, with quick-wicking performance to deal with sweat. And yet they too block 97% of UV rays, giving you a UPF of 30. While excelling in summer, with a heavier weight base layer it’s also great for cooler spring and autumn days. And with a smooth sliding full-length front zip, it’s easy to regulate airflow and body temperature. 3 rear pockets are there to load up with your essentials, the drop-pocket design putting them in just the right place too.
With the chill of winter fast receding and the promise of milder weather and longer days of late spring, early summer, the Women's Women's Velocissima 3 Knicker 3/4 Cycling Tights come into their own. They offer enough leg coverage to take the edge off a chilly day but light fabrics are just fine for warmer weather too. The premium Endurance Evolution fabric used in their construction gives the perfect balance of muscle support and pedalling flexibility. The matte finish also adds a premium look and feel to your tights. Moving to the waist, this is a dual-layer construction. Not only does this give brilliant support, keeping your tights in place, but the excellent flexibility also allows easy movement and space for deep breaths too. Kiss Air2 Donna Seat Pad Created specifically for female cyclists, the Kiss Air2 Donna Seat Pad incorporates many features of the top-of-the-line Progetto x2 seat pad but at a more affordable price. Now with an even softer next-to-skin layer and with seamless construction, the Kiss Air2 eliminates chafing and features a bacteriostatic treatment to avoid saddle sores and infection. Next, the dual-density and infinitely variable thickness give you the perfect cushioning for every part of the pad. Thicker, and now more supportive where needed, slimmer where it's not. And with an anatomic shape, pedalling flexibility is in no way compromised.
As with any Castelli bib short, the Free Unlimited Cycling Bib Shorts are all about comfort and flexibility. And it doesn't get more comfortable than the Progetto X² Air seamless seat pad inside. With a super-soft stretchy top layer, copious ventilation and supportive padding, it excels over longer distances. Engineered for Adventure Flexibility comes by the way of the Forza 2 fabric. 32% Lycra® content offers just the right degree of compression and muscle support while allowing smooth and powerful pedalling. At the bottom of the legs, a raw-cut edge and the compressive Forza ensures a perfect fit without the need of a gripper. Less weight and more comfort. With abrasion-resistant Dyneema® side protection, you can lean into loose gravel turns with more confidence too – it could be the difference between a hole in shorts and road rash or dusting yourself down and carrying on riding. To the upper body, minimalist bib-straps see material stripped away, saving weight and boosting ventilation. Across the lower back, 2 mesh pockets provide storage space, while the legs also get pockets, made in light and fast-wicking materials so you don't notice they're there. This lets you forgo a traditional pocketed cycling jersey and go ride in a performance cycling tee. Progetto X² Air Seat Pad The pro-level Progetto X2 Air seat pad utilises ventilating perforations to keep you cooler and drier on endurance rides. The design allows air and moisture to flow directly to the surface fabric for quick evaporation maintaining dryness. The seat pad is constructed in 3 layer components, each dedicated to a specific purpose to create the most comfortable seat pad available.
You know Castelli can make a great bike short. This one doesn’t disappoint, thanks to the amazing fit, the quick-drying Instadry fabric that gives compressive muscle support, and the renowned KISS Tri seat pad. New GIRO⁴ leg grippers hold the longer legs in place without riding up. For the swim, we’ve made the shorts smoother through the water, and the back pocket will lie flat to avoid catching water. The SnapLock closure clips to your Castelli top to keep it from riding up. On the run, the short basically disappears. The KISS Tri seat pad is thin enough you don’t really notice it. This short is so comfortable you’ll be using it for training rides as well as racing.
The concept for the Free Aero RC Bib Shorts is simple; use a premium seat pad, offer a refined fit with perfect muscle support and then remove everything else that’s not absolutely necessary. Whether you pin on a race number or not, the Free Aero RC are Castelli's most refined race short yet, with a fit and features that make them perfect for any cyclist. Less is More The focus of any cycling short is of course comfort, and here Castelli have taken a less is more approach. Compared to previous Free shorts there are now fewer panels, down from 10 to 5, and hence fewer seams. Highly supportive Forza 2 fabric is used to offer just the right amount of support and compression too. This all combines to give a brilliantly refined and sculpted fit, a wonderful sense of freedom during your pedal stroke and far less chance of chafing. This minimalist approach also extends to the leg grippers - or rather the lack of grippers. Instead, there are raw cut edges that feel fantastic. This has been made possible by extensive testing (28 prototypes), to get the fit and feel just right, and the support of compressive fabric. This gives an unrivalled sense of freedom and comfort that is unmatched. No more harsh elastic or irritating silicone. Refined Bib Straps When it comes to the upper body, again Castelli have sought to minimise the construction, removing bulk, boosting comfort and improving airflow. Open-weave bib straps let air in while also letting moisture evaporate away quickly. To the back, a reinforcing yoke ensures your straps remain flat and in place, while the mesh back is kept narrow, again to improve airflow to the body and prevent overheating. At the lower back, the bib forms a convenient storage pocket too. Progetto X² Air Seat Pad The top-end Progetto X2 Air Seatpad is now better than ever. Castelli has improved the shape of the back and improved the method of stitching it in place. The result is it now sits flatter and offers greater comfort. The X2 retains its awesome ventilating perforations, keeping you cooler and drier on endurance rides. The design allows air and moisture to flow directly to the surface fabric for quick evaporation maintaining dryness. A 3 layer component construction also features two densities of foam plus gel pads to provide progressive damping. A super-soft and stretchy next-to-skin layer, with an antibacterial finish, completes this premium pad.
From Split Second to Aero 6.0 The original Castelli aero jersey for road racing first saw light in 2006. It was known as the Split Second jersey. It was at a time when aerodynamics was only really considered important for time trials. Baggy cycling jerseys were the norm until that very first Castelli aero focused jersey appeared. However, with every new version of the jersey, the aerodynamic advantages have proved to be worth far more than just a few split seconds. It’s now known as the Aero Race 6.0 Cycling Jersey - designed to take your velocity up another notch. Using CFD (Computational Flow Dynamics) to analyse wake-flow, the Aero Race 6.0 will fit you even better when you're in an aggressive riding position while seam placement has been optimised to minimise drag. At speeds of between 30 and 55 km/h, the aerodynamic efficiency is optimised giving more speed without an increase of power output compared to a standard jersey. Same training. Same power. More speed. You could almost call it free speed. Cool and Fuelled Of course, riding fast, whether in training or racing, is going to generate heat. That, in turn, leads to sweat. However, the Aero Race 6.0 isn't just efficient through the air it's also efficient in dealing with moisture too. Quick wicking and with a 3D mesh back you'll be cooler and drier as you push hard on the pedals. To keep you up to speed and fully fuelled for your ride, the pockets are easily accessible when stuffed with gels and thanks to the drop tail design the jersey remains sleek even when they're loaded up. The Aero Race 6.0 Jersey is Castelli's most aerodynamically advanced design to date and yet it's also their best fitting too - Just ask their WorldTour professional riders. A remarkably comfortable high-performance cycling jersey whether it's your longest days in the saddle or a short and intense criterium race.
In 2016 we started our aero research project with the Norwegian Technical University in Trondheim. Besides having a couple of brilliant professors and PhD students to come up with ideas and do the basic research, they have a couple of wind tunnels, rapid prototyping capabilities, CFD analysis and a true desire to make fast stuff. The first big success from the research was Team Sky's TT suit that placed four riders in the top eight at the opening Tour de France time trial. Then the UCI made it illegal. So this suit isn't UCI legal (but neither is your bike). It's faster than the pro cyclists' suits and very illegal due to the silicone ribs in the arms. The main body fabric is an impossibly light 50 denier — usually in sports clothing 40 denier is considered ultrafine. The legs and sleeves are long for aerodynamics, while the light fabrics are great for dealing with heat since they're thin enough to not get weighed down, yet the 8% Lycra® content holds a bit of moisture next to your skin for rapid cooling. The insane stretch allows us to make something that truly fits like a second skin on the bike but that doesn't restrict in any way on the swim or run. The PR Speed Suit KISS Tri pad offers some welcome padding while you're on the bike but is thin enough to not bother you on the run. This suit offers real time savings on the bike leg while providing cooling and comfort on the run, but it was made with the expectation of being worn under a swimskin or wetsuit for the swim. It's optimized for high speeds — top age groupers or pro athletes, or anyone looking to set a new PR.
The concept for the Free Aero RC Shorts is simple; use a premium seat pad, offer a refined fit with perfect muscle support and then remove everything else that’s not absolutely necessary. Whether you pin on a race number or not, the Free Aero RC are Castelli's most refined race short yet, with a fit and features that make them perfect for any cyclist. Less is More The focus of any cycling short is of course comfort, and here Castelli have taken a less is more approach. Compared to previous Free shorts there are now fewer panels, down from 10 to 5, and hence fewer seams. Highly supportive Forza 2 fabric is used to offer just the right amount of support and compression too. This all combines to give a brilliantly refined and sculpted fit, a wonderful sense of freedom during your pedal stroke and far less chance of chafing. This minimalist approach also extends to the leg grippers - or rather the lack of grippers. Instead, there are raw cut edges that feel fantastic. This has been made possible by extensive testing (28 prototypes), to get the fit and feel just right, and the support of compressive fabric. This gives an unrivalled sense of freedom and comfort that is unmatched. No more harsh elastic or irritating silicone. At the waist the raw-cut edges offer a fabulously smooth and flexible fit, letting you breathe easily and yet maintain a perfect fit. Progetto X² Air Seat Pad The top-end Progetto X2 Air Seatpad is now better than ever. Castelli has improved the shape of the back and improved the method of stitching it in place. The result is it now sits flatter and offers greater comfort. The X2 retains its awesome ventilating perforations, keeping you cooler and drier on endurance rides. The design allows air and moisture to flow directly to the surface fabric for quick evaporation maintaining dryness. A 3-layer component construction also features two densities of foam plus gel pads to provide progressive damping. A super-soft and stretchy next-to-skin layer, with an antibacterial finish, completes this premium pad.
Socks are an often-overlooked part of a cyclist's kit. But great socks make a huge difference to your on-the-bike comfort, and they don't come much better than the Endurance 15 Cycling Socks. All-day pedalling comfort all starts with their 200-needle construction. This super-fine construction method gives a snug and luxurious fit, while also giving excellent strength. The Bioceramic yarns are also impressively quick to draw away sweat while also combatting the build-up of smell-causing bacteria. Castelli have added some cushioning on the underside of the socks, easing pressure points where you press down on the pedals. Reinforced toe and heel zones add durability, and a midfoot band gives support and prevents slipping.
Castelli are renowned for pushing boundaries when it comes to cycling performance. And the Entrata VI Short Sleeve Jersey benefits from this extensive R&D, engineered with the same attention to detail as their top-end jerseys. This can be seen in the one-piece sleeves, with aero-optimized seaming, keeping you streamlined as speeds rise. Raw-cut sleeve endings also fit brilliantly, without constricting. Four-way stretch Air Mesh fabric gives a snug but comfortable fit. And it’s lightweight too, perfect for warm summer days on the bike. Castelli also adds their ProSecco treatment, ensuring sweat is dealt with quickly and efficiently. UPF 30 sun protection, filtering 97% of UV rays, also keeps you more comfortable under summer skies. Details are thoughtfully applied too. A full-length YKK® Vislon® zipper is easy to slide, a stretch panel in the centre pocket allows extra carrying space and a silicone gripper keeps the back of the jersey in place. As the sun sets, a reflective insert on the pocket keeps you more visible as you pedal homewards.
Heat. Altitude. No Problem. The design of the Climber's 3.0 SL Cycling Jersey was a direct result of the needs of pro riders needing a jersey for racing in the high mountains and heat of summer races. While few of us regularly experience the rigours of racing those soaring peaks and hot mountain passes, the products created off the back of them benefit us all. The first thing to note is the weight or rather lack of it. A size large comes in at a featherweight 106 grams and the open fabrics ensure as much cooling airflow as possible, at both low and high speeds. Quick-drying fabrics prevent discomfort from sweat build-up and has the advantage of preventing you from feeling the chill from cold sweat windchill when plunging down the descents. Even on damp days, it doesn’t soak up moisture, so much so the pros often use this jersey even when it’s wet. Ready to Race The fit is also very much race-focused. In fact, the patterning is taken from the super-smooth Aero Race Jersey, delivering aerodynamically efficient performance alongside its lack of weight. Elbow-length sleeves, with raw-cut edges, and airflow shoulders both reduce drag too. And for bright sunny days on the bike, the back blocks more than 90% of UV rays. Even if you’re not racing or tackling the searing heat and steep slopes of the Alps this summer, you’ll still love and benefit from how cool, streamlined and light this jersey is. Light. Dry. Fast. Bring on summer cycling.