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comfort, eurobike, highlight, news, Premio, Premio Bibshort, Product talk, second skin, Video - September 8, 2016

Eurobike’16 Highlight – Premio Bibshort

Although innovations like the Premio Bibshort will only be available next spring, we are so exited about this new product, that we don’t want to withhold it for you. When it comes to performance cycling, whether it’s long weekend rides, road races or granfondos, bibshorts are where it’s at for outright comfort. A perfect pair of bibshorts will provide just the right balance of comfort and support for your legs when you’re pounding out those kilometers. With the Premio Bibshort we simply set out to design the most comfortable short we could make for your longest ride. The short feels like a second skin, comfortably snug around the legs, hips and buttocks. The few seams are carefully placed to avoid pulling or chafing. A short for the ride where you’re demanding something extra from your legs, from your mind, and from your equipment. We’ve all done those rides when you use every last bit of energy, draw on all those training rides, and appreciate that extra bit of support and protection. EXCEPTIONALLY COMFORTABLE AND QUICK WICKING FOR YOUR LONGEST RIDE Most Castelli products are made for racing and tend towards minimalism. This short goes the other way giving a bit ...

Better than the Gabba? The Perfetto Light Jersey

PERFETTO LIGHT SHORT SLEEVE JERSEY: PRO-REQUESTED PERFECTION There’s no denying that the Gabba short-sleeve jersey has been a game changer in pro cycling. Most of the peloton pulls it out whenever the weather is cold or wet. But sometimes the Gabba is too much. The Gabba’s allover protection can make it feel too warm for racing in merely cool conditions, so some of the Cannondale Pro Cycling Team riders asked for protection like the Gabba but with more breathability for milder temperatures. Enter the versatile Perfetto Light. It’s a lightweight, more breathable option with the same weather-resistant qualities and aerodynamic fit that helped the Gabba conquer the cycling world. It has the same cut as the Gabba and combines a lightweight windproof and water-resistant Windstopper® 150 material on the front, shoulders and sleeves (25% lighter than the fabric used on the Gabba) with a water-resistant Nano Light Pro on the back (an unbrushed version of the Nano Flex fabric, which is highly water repellent and stretchy but has no membrane to inhibit air exchange). The fabric is very tightly knit so you don’t feel the wind coming through, but it is open enough to prevent the moisture buildup that you can experience with ...

Making Clothing for Champions – Mirinda “Rinny” Carfrae

It’s a long and sometimes complex journey before crossing the line to the cheers of the crowd as a winner. A season has to be planned carefully because long distance triathletes only have a limited number of shots a year for a big race. Just like the pros, Castelli also leaves nothing to chance, and is constantly thinking of how to improve products so that athletes can enjoy as many such moments as possible. This includes selecting the right fabrics, optimizing the pattern design, extensive in-house tests, wind tunnel tests and, last but not least, listening to our athletes. The collaboration with athletes like triple Ironman® world champion Mirinda Carfrae is an essential part when working on improvements and future concepts.

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2016 show, castelli, eurobike, News, peek, sneak - September 4, 2016

EUROBIKE’16: Sneak peek inside the Castelli booth

If you didn’t make it to the 2016 Eurobike show, checkout some of our new products here.

Must Haves: Best of Fall/Winter’16

The Best of Winter 2016 showcase our favorite products from the new collection for all possible conditions. Discover how to dress for riding in any winter riding condition – from cold and wet to mild and dry. Enjoy !! Find out more: Castelli-cycling.com