Shorts/Bottoms

MADE TO RACE Typically, our women's garments are designed from the ground up for women. However, the Free Aero 4 W Bibshort is designed from the ground up for racing. That specific goal leads us to a somewhat minimalist construction, but one that is made for aerodynamics and also comfort, since racing requires long hours in the saddle, both in training and on race day, resulting in one of our most comfortable shorts as well. The Free Aero 4 W Bibshort represents a significant evolution from last year's model, our best-selling short ever. There's a new leg gripper that still features a lie-flat raw-cut edge but now has vertical silicone stripes to keep it in place without restricting stretch. The new fabric allows for better print quality for your custom team production, the same as Team Ineos will use in 2019. We've updated the seams to improve the fit and make the short look even better on the body. We've re-engineered the bib straps with new fabrics and construction so they stay cooler, lie flatter and are more durable. The new Free Aero 4 W Bibshort also receives the updated Progetto X2 Air Seamless seat pad featuring the softest surface fabric you've ever felt in a seat pad. - Vortex dimpled fabric on legs for aero performance - Forza fabric on inner legs with 38% Lycra content for perfect fit - Stripe mesh engineered lie-flat bib strap construction keeps you cool - Giro4 leg gripper elastic for better grip distributed over larger area - Doppio V construction in front for increased comfort - Flat-lock stitching - Progetto X2 Air Seamless Donna women's-specific seat pad - 15°-35°C / 59°-95°F - Weight: 156g

The best all-around distance race suit without sleeves The idea behind this suit is fairly simple: castelli's best all-around long-distance race suit but in a sleeveless version. This suit trades the on-bike aerodynamic advantages of sleeves for the comfort and cooling of a sleeveless top. Everything else is full race performance. The short portion is built around comfort, with compressive fabrics for muscle support, the giro4 leg gripper that holds the leg securely in place without binding, and the kiss tri seat pad that provides good padding and comfort on the bike yet is hardly noticeable on the run. The upper portion features the castelli sanremo overlapping front opening to optimize fit during the swim and run when you're fully stretched out, while avoiding folds when hunched over in the bike position. Not to mention the convenience for nature breaks. There are two generous rear pockets, and the armholes have been constructed to reduce chafing during the run. If you're not fighting for the win or a kona slot, maybe the comfort-aerodynamics trade-off is worth it. - Second-generation sanremo sleeveless suit is faster than ever - Velocity rev2 main body fabric delivers aerodynamics with excellent fit and moisture management - Back fabric is our velocity mesh for breathability, yet it blocks 94% of uv rays for significant sun protection (upf 16) - Construction around armhole to reduce chafing - Castelli's sanremo front opening makes it easier to bend for cycling and straighten out for the run and swim, while also allowing for easier nature breaks or opening up for extra-hot runs

The best all-around distance race suit without sleeves The idea behind this suit is fairly simple: Castelli's best all-around long-distance race suit but in a sleeveless version. This suit trades the on-bike aerodynamic advantages of sleeves for the comfort and cooling of a sleeveless top. Everything else is full race performance. The short portion is built around comfort, with compressive fabrics for muscle support, the giro4 leg gripper that holds the leg securely in place without the dreaded sausage effect, and the kiss tri seat pad that provides good padding and comfort on the bike yet is hardly noticeable on the run. The upper portion features the Castelli Sanremo overlapping front opening to optimize fit during the swim and run when you're fully stretched out while avoiding folds when hunched over in the bike position. There are two generous rear pockets, and the armholes have been constructed to reduce chafing during the run. If you're not fighting for the win or a Kona slot, maybe the comfort-aerodynamics trade-off is worth it. - Second-generation Sanremo sleeveless suit is faster than ever - Velocity rev2 main body fabric delivers aerodynamics with excellent fit and moisture management - Back fabric in velocity mesh for breathability, yet it blocks 94% of UV rays for significant sun protection (UPF 16) - Construction around armhole for no gaps and reduced chafing - Castelli's Sanremo front opening makes it easier to bend for cycling and straighten out for the run and swim - 2 rear pockets lie flat in the swim but allow generous room for nutrition - New short construction fits more securely with more muscle support - GIRO4 flat leg grippers on longer legs for maximum aerodynamics - KISS Tri seat pad that provides comfort on the bike and that you almost don't feel during the run

The ultimate race short You know Castelli can make a great bike short. This one doesn't disappoint, thanks to 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 short 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, while the Instadry speed fabric provides the support you need, and here you'll appreciate the extra support layer in the front. - Instadry speed fabric is fast in the swim with minimal water absorption - Free construction for great anatomic fit - Kiss tri seat pad is comfortable on the bike and virtually disappears on the run - Snaplock fastener at waist to clip jersey into place for swim and bike - Flat-lock stitching

- Instadry Speed fabric is fast in the swim with minimal water absorption - Free construction for great anatomic fit - KISS Tri seat pad is comfortable on the bike and virtually disappears on the run - SnapLock fastener at waist to clip jersey into place for swim and bike - Flat-lock stitching - 2 small pockets on hip for nutrition during run - GIRO Air gripper elastic for more comfort - Weight: 85g

The Short Short is for the triathlete who wants a skimpier short. We've lowered the waist, and shortened the legs. It comes out of the requests from Mirinda Carfrae, so whether you rock the Short Short to do 2:50 run splits or to even out your tan lines or maybe just to flaunt the toned abs and quads that you've worked so hard for, you won't go unnoticed in the Short Short. Product Features - Instadry Speed fabric is fast in the swim with minimal water absorption - Free construction for great anatomic fit - KISS Tri seat pad is comfortable on the bike and virtually disappears on the run - Flat-lock stitching - GIRO3 gripper elastic for more comfort - Weight: 109g

Product Features - 6 panel construction - Sublimated side panels - GIRO3 gripper elastic - 15°-30°C / 59°-86°F - Weight: 95g

- 6 panel construction - Sublimated side panels - GIRO3 gripper elastic

The Illusione Short brings a fluid black-and-white stripe pattern to one of our most comfortable shorts. The key to the short's comfort is the Invita Strong fabric that has a soft, almost cotton-like hand but with excellent stretch and return. We've built the waist with an articulated design to lie flat without binding and given the short leg grippers that don't compress too much. You'll be riding on the KISS Air2 Donna pad, so you know you'll be comfortable. - Invita Strong fabric is luxuriously soft yet provides excellent muscle support - Articulated soft touch waistband - Women's KISS Air2 Donna pad for long distance comfort - Innovative raw-cut leg ending with scorpion silicone dot grippers to eliminate the dreaded 'stuffed sausage' effect - Lie flat leg band

Everything We Know About Comfort This short is the result of decades spent working to make long hours in the saddle ever more comfortable. The fabric is our high-stretch Forza fabric. The 38% Lycra content means that it's gently compressive while never binding. And it maintains an insanely soft hand. The nearly seamless construction is derived from our Body Paint shorts, which debuted a decade ago and started the trend of reduced seams while maintaining remarkable fit. Nothing to rub or break. The renowned Progetto X2 Air Seamless seat pad gets an update in this season with a new skin care layer that features a remarkably soft new surface fabric and more stretch, which allows us to eliminate the front triangle. We also obsessed over every other little detail, like the new bib construction and even new silicone logos that stretch with the base fabric and recall the logo location of the first Castelli Aero Short from the late ’70s, the short that started it all. Product Features - Forza fabric with 38% Lycra content for perfect fit - Dual-layer lumbar support band keeps shorts locked in place around waist - Reduced seaming for more comfort - Raw-edge leg ending with vertical silicone grippers - Mesh back with bonded 2-layer bib straps - Silicone Castelli logos - Progetto X2 Air Seamless seat pad - 15°-30°C / 59°-89°F - Weight: 211g

The Premio Bibshort has been engineered to provide the ultimate in long-distance comfort and to be your favorite bibshort ever. That's a big claim, but there's a lot of development in this short to back it up. So let's take a tour of the short. The first thing you might notice is what's missing: the seams and multiple panels. We engineered a new fabric that changes depending on the needs over various parts of the body. The lower leg has a raw-cut leg ending and rubberized yarns to guarantee a flat grip to keep the leg in place. The fabric becomes lighter in the thigh, while the four-way stretch provides just the right amount of muscle support. In the pelvis area, the compression and support increase to keep the seat pad and everything else in place, and the fabric gets thicker to avoid any embarrassing transparency issues. With this magical fabric we don't need to stitch separate panels together, which ensures more comfort and a better fit, as well as a sleek, sophisticated look. The premium fabrics extend into the bib straps. The perforated back keeps you cool and the edge is bonded so you don't feel the thickness of a stitched edge. The elastic straps have just enough modulus (return) to hold your shorts securely in place without cutting in to your shoulders. The seat pad is our top-of-the-line Progetto X2 Air Seamless pad. It's actually two separate components: a soft, stretchy Skin Care Layer next to your skin, which has the sole purpose of preventing any rubbing on your skin, and, under that, the Cushioning Layer, which features two separate densities of foam along with breathable perforated gel inserts under the ischia bones and perineum. We've carried the less-is-more theme into the design, with minimalist laser-etched logos and subtle finishing. It looks as premium as it feels. You can tell that every component, every stitch, every detail has been obsessed over. You'll not find a better bibshort. - The premium all-conditions short - Gradient stretch woven fabric for the right support in the right place - Woven fabric weighs 30% less than comparable knit fabric - Perforated back bib panel with lie flat bib straps that don't bind at shoulders - Integrated gripper elastic at leg ending holds short in place without need for extra silicone grippers - Laser-etched logos with RossoCorsa at center back and black scorpion shadow logos at lower legs - Progetto X2 Air Seamless seat pad

The new women's Premio Bibshort has been engineered to provide the ultimate in long-distance comfort and to be your favorite bibshort ever. That's a big claim, but there's a lot of development in this short to back it up. So let's take a tour of the short. The first thing you might notice is what's missing: the seams and multiple panels. We engineered a new fabric that changes depending on the needs over various parts of the body. The lower leg has a raw-cut leg ending and rubberized yarns to guarantee a flat grip to keep the leg in place. The fabric becomes lighter in the thigh, while the four-way stretch provides just the right amount of muscle support. In the pelvis area, the compression and support increase to hold the seat pad firmly in place, and the fabric gets thicker to avoid any embarrassing transparency issues. With this magical fabric we don't need to stitch separate panels together, which ensures more comfort and a better fit, as well as a sleek, sophisticated look. The premium fabrics extend into the bib straps. The perforated back keeps you cool and the edge is bonded so you don't feel the thickness of a stitched edge. The elastic straps have just enough modulus (return) to hold your shorts securely in place without cutting in to your shoulders. The seat pad is our top-of-the-line women's-specific Progetto X2 Air Seamless pad with four layers, two separate densities of foam and breathable perforated gel inserts in critical areas. We've extended the attention to detail to the laser-etched logoing and subtle finishing. It looks as premium as it feels. You can tell that every component, every stitch, every detail has been obsessed over. You'll not find a better bibshort. - The premium all-conditions short - Gradient stretch woven fabric for the right support in the right place - Woven fabric weighs 30% less than comparable knit fabric - Perforated bib straps lie flat and don't bind at shoulders - Integrated gripper elastic at leg ending holds short in place without need for extra silicone grippers - Laser-etched logos and stretch silicone scorpion heat transfers - Women's-specific Progetto X2 Air Seamless Donna seat pad

Castelli's entry-level short still needs to be an amazing short in order to carry the scorpion logo. Comfort from quality fabrics, our KISS Air2 Donna seat pad and anatomic construction are brought together with an overall focus on durability. - KISS Air2 Donna seat pad for all-day comfort - Pro Dry Soft matte Lycra® is sleek looking and ultra-breathable - Anatomic construction for perfect fit - Rear reflective panels - GIRO3 engineered flat leg band - Mesh bib straps for comfort and breathability

A Better Short Shorts are an obsession at Castelli. They're the most vital piece of clothing and one of the hardest to get right. Even though the Prima is our entry-level short, it shows that we won't compromise anything for comfort and performance. It starts with the women's-specific KISS Air2 seat pad. Just the name gives an idea of the process of constant improvement, which started with a soft KISS pad that was improved by making it more breathable (Air) and then improved again in the latest update to use the softest-ever top fabric (2). It's ready for your next big ride indoors or out. We've updated the fabric to the new Pro Dry Soft, which has a smooth matte finish that feels cool on the skin while being very supportive and quick to dry. We wanted this short to be just right for many years to come, so little details like the reflective patches are stitched in instead of being glued on, and the GIRO3 elastic has the grip woven right into the fabric. This attention to detail — go ahead and call it an obsession — is why Castelli's entry-level short is just a better short. - KISS Air2 seat pad for all-day comfort - Pro Dry Soft matte Lycra is sleek looking and ultra-breathable - Anatomic construction for perfect fit - Rear reflective panels - GIRO3 engineered flat leg band - 15°-35°C / 59°-95°F - Weight: 160g

We like the comfort and the unlimited stretch of leggings, so we made some specifically for riding. We worked with a leading German fabric producer to create a new Castelli-exclusive fabric that's just the right weight for cool days, when it's too cold for shorts but when you're not ready to pull out the winter tights. The fabric focuses on breathability to keep you dry as well as maximum stretch. The matte finish looks just right, and we've knit in a pattern that highlights the performance of this cycling-specific legging. - Engineered-knit Castelli-exclusive fabric with 46% polyester for moisture management, 32% nylon for durability, and 22% elastane for stretch - 4-panel construction for sleek lines - Kiss Air2 Donna seat pad - Double-layer lie-flat waistband

Light, Cool and Straight Out of the Future We've been pushing the envelope on lightweight shorts since 2011 but have butted up against the limits of compromising durability for ever lighter weight. We needed to step back and find a better way. We examined what the short really needs to do: it needs to hold the seat pad securely in place while otherwise adding as little weight or fabric as absolutely necessary (without being transparent, obviously), and it needs to last a season of hard use. So we engineered a brand-new fabric using a woven, rather than knit, construction that shaves 30% in weight for the same level of support and non-transparency. Then we worked with the world's leading mill to construct a gradient fabric that becomes increasingly lighter the farther down the leg it extends, with the last part weighing a mere 90 g/m2 compared to normal short fabric, which weighs around 220 g/m2. This fabric, while being insanely light, maintains a decent durability along with excellent abrasion resistance, at least against the saddle. We don't guarantee it against unplanned slides across the asphalt, so please keep the rubber side down! Note that while the short saves a mere 48 grams while dry, this means it also absorbs around 30% less moisture when you're sweating. So when you're sweating your way up the Alpe d'Huez you're actually saving closer to 150 grams. This short doesn't compromise on comfort. We use our top Progetto X2 Air Seamless seat pad, the spectacular striped mesh bibs from the Free Aero Race 4 Bibshort and a flat stretch woven leg gripper to keep everything in place. - The premium lightweight hot weather short - Gradient stretch woven fabric for minimal weight with optimum support - Ultralight fabric to reduce weight by up to 50% while improving durability - Minimalist stripe mesh bib to minimize weight and keep you cool - Integrated gripper elastic with exposed Lycra to hold leg in place - Embossed logos and stretch silicone scorpion heat transfers - Progetto X2 Air Seamless seat pad

SPEEDY ENDURANCE This is our mid-range performance short, great for a long endurance ride or a quick hour workout indoors or out. Our Endurance Evolution fabric is a high-modulus, very matte Lycra fabric that feels extremely dry while providing just the right amount of compression. The waist construction eliminates stitching and elastic and lies completely flat. At the leg ending we use a raw-cut edge with vertical silicone strips just like on our top-of-the-line Premio shorts to keep the leg in place without the pressure that creates the dreaded sausage effect. A great short needs a great seat pad, and the women's specific KISS Air2 pad will keep you comfortable without being too bulky. - Endurance Evolution fabric for a matte finish with high-modulus stretch - Raw-edge leg ending eliminates sausage effect - Vertical silicone strips hold leg ending in place - High-visibility reflective patches at back of leg - Women's-specific KISS Air2 seat pad for long-distance comfort - 15°-35°C / 59°-95°F - Weight: 155g

SPEEDY ENDURANCE This is our mid-range performance short, great for a long endurance ride or a quick hour workout indoors or out. Our Endurance Evolution fabric is a high-modulus, very matte Lycra fabric that feels extremely dry while providing just the right amount of compression. The waist construction eliminates stitching and elastic and lies completely flat. At the leg ending we use a raw-cut edge with vertical silicone strips just like on our top-of-the-line Premio shorts to keep the leg in place without the pressure that creates the dreaded sausage effect. A great short needs a great seat pad, and the women's-specific KISS Air2 pad will keep you comfortable without being too bulky. - Endurance Evolution fabric for a matte finish with high-modulus stretch - Raw-edge leg ending eliminates sausage effect - Vertical silicone strips hold leg ending in place - High-visibility reflective patches at back of leg - Women's specific KISS Air2 seat pad for long-distance comfort - 15°-35°C / 59°-95°F - Weight: 155g

Premium fabrics, a flattering cut, drop-tail bib straps, and our everyday-comfort KISS Air2 Donna seat pad make this short right for everything but the longest rides. - Endurance Evolution fabric for a matte finish with high-modulus stretch - Raw-edge leg ending eliminates sausage effect while silicone print holds leg in place - High-visibility reflective patches at back of leg - Wide bib straps can be crossed in front or back for comfort, and they stretch far enough to enable pee stops without removing bibs - Women's-specific KISS Air2 Donna seat pad for long-distance comfort

This is our midrange performance short, great for a long ride or a quick hour workout indoors or out. Our endurance evolution fabric is a high-modulus, very matte lycra fabric that feels extremely dry while providing just the right amount of compression. At the leg ending we use a raw-cut edge with vertical silicone strips to keep the leg in place without the pressure that creates the dreaded sausage effect. The bib straps are stretchy enough that you can pull the short down for a pee break without removing your jersey and bibs, while the floating construction allows you to cross the straps on the front or the back, whichever works better for you. A great short needs a great seat pad, and the women's-specific kiss air2 donna pad will keep you comfortable without being too bulky. - Endurance evolution fabric for a matte finish with high-modulus stretch - Raw-edge leg ending eliminates sausage effect while silicone print holds leg in place - High-visibility reflective patches at back of leg - Wide bib straps can be crossed in front or back for comfort, and they stretch far enough to enable pee stops without removing bibs - Women's-specific kiss air2 donna seat pad for long-distance comfort

MADE TO RIDE This Velocissima tight was designed to be your go-to tight for mild to cool conditions. We use our soft, fleecy, and warm Thermoflex fabric with our famous KISS Air2 Donna seat pad to surround you in comfort. We keep it technical too, with Camlock ankle zips, reflective details, and soft-fit waistband construction. This tight is ready for serious riding. - Thermoflex fleece-lined fabric for warmth - Soft-fit double-layer waistband - KISS Air2 Donna seat pad for all-day comfort - Reflective leg ending with ankle zip - YKK Camlock ankle zippers - 5°-15°C / 41°-59°F - Weight:253 g

The ideal tight for most of your winter riding, the Velocissimo is focused on comfort for riding in mild to cool conditions. We've used our Thermoflex fabric for most of the tight. It's not our warmest fabric, nor does it repel water like Nano Flex, but it is the softest, stretchiest winter tight fabric. The comfort is immediate and lasting. For the lower leg from just below the knee, we switch to our Nano Flex fleeced stretch-woven fabric that's both warm and highly water repellent for protection against spray coming off wet roads. It's also highly stretchy, and we leave a raw edge so we can construct the ankles without zippers while making sure the tight remains easy to put on and take off. The Kiss Air2 seat pad and mesh bibs keep your bum and upper body happy, while large reflective detailing keeps you visible. - Thermoflex fabric from knee to waist for warmth and comfort - Nano Flex stretch-woven fabric with brushed fleece inside at lower leg for splash protection from wet roads - KISS Air2 seat pad - Mesh bib straps - Zipperless ankle to reduce bulk inside shoe covers - Reflective inserts on thighs for visibility on back and sides