When seeking to create a base layer for freezing cold days, Castelli’s design team turned to the insulating power of Polartec® Alpha®. What they found is that on its own it tended to feel a bit too damp and clammy for use as a stand-alone base layer. However, paired up with a quick-wicking base it offered superb warmth and comfort. The result is the Women’s Cold Days 2nd Layer Jersey. Thanks to Polartec® Alpha®, this cycling top is incredibly lightweight, soft and yet offers superb insulation against the cold. It certainly won't weigh you down or get in the way but still retains incredible levels of warmth. It’s the perfect mid-layer to complement your favourite winter base layer. Details have also been carefully designed for mid-layer comfort. A half-zip allows you to vent but lessens bulk over the torso. It's also slightly off-centre, ensuring it doesn't interfere with the zips on your outer jacket or jersey. The high neck offers a warm seal against the cold while the close fit lets you tuck it into your tights or leave it outside.
The key to the cool-weather performance of the Pro Thermal Mid Short Sleeve Jersey is in its use of mid-weight Warmer X-Stretch brushed fabric. It’s still got a fleece inner face for warmth, but Castelli have lightened it up a bit to make sure you don’t overheat when injecting some pace. It’s a brilliant jersey for spring and autumn and its performance can be extended across a wide range of conditions with a vest and arm warmers. Thanks to its excellent breathability, the Pro Thermal also allows sweat to escape easily. And with more stretch, thanks to extra elastane, and a race fit, it allows for a speed-focused streamlined fit while not feeling too tight. As a pro-performance garment, Castelli have kept details functional and focused. The YKK® Vislon® zipper slides easily, letting you boost airflow as and when needed. The drop-pocket construction allows you to load up and yet the jersey remains in a secure and stable position. There’s also a reflective stripe on the centre pocket, enhancing visibility after dark.
If you're a Perfetto vest owner, you'll be familiar with Castelli’s Nano Flex Light material. It's a tightly woven fabric that blocks much of the wind but is incredibly light and compact. This highly breathable, high-performance fabric is used in the construction of this Flight jersey Air and is the secret to its brilliant performance. Preventing much of the usual heat loss associated with windchill, the Flight Air is warmer than a standard woven jersey but with no weight penalty. However, what air can get through regulates temperature well, so you don’t overheat. And because there’s no membrane, moisture can easily escape too. This creates a jersey that maintains cool-weather comfort and keeps you as sweat-free as possible. Across the front, Castelli have added a 3D mesh lining, speeding up the moisture-wicking performance. During and after harder efforts you’ll find you’ll feel drier and more comfortable thanks to this extra layer. And being drier you’ll remain warmer too. The stretch woven material also gives the jersey a close-to-the-body fit but with plenty of flexibility. In fact, Castelli dub this jersey their Aero Race Jersey for cool conditions. A full-length zipper keeps you in control of ventilation and raw-cut wrist cuffs fit well with your lighter-weight spring/autumn gloves.
Castelli’s Women’s Perfetto ROS 2 Wind Jersey came about because of a pro-rider request. They wanted a Gabba for racing, but that garment often proved too hot when the pace increased. And so the lighter and more breathable Perfetto Light was created – and with some key improvements, it’s now the Women’s Perfetto ROS 2 Wind Jersey. Gore-Tex INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 203 Stretch is used across the front and sleeves, protecting you from the chilling effects of cool winds. Meanwhile, across the back, Nano Flex Light Woven offers a snug fit alongside superb breathability and lightweight water repellence. Together they deliver reliable wind protection and the water-repellency to protect against light rain and damp roads. This versatile construction lets you wear it like a traditional gilet over a summer jersey, just with sleeves. Or pair it with a lightweight base layer and arm warmers and it’s a lightweight windproof cycling jersey on its own. Castelli have improved the front zipper – it’s now a smooth running two-way YKK® Vislon® zipper, allowing you to control ventilation from the top and bottom. The reflectivity is also now more visible, and the three rear pockets offer plenty of space for your essentials.
If you love mixing up your cycling, even when it’s chilly, dashing along smooth roads before darting off onto tracks and trails, the Women's Unlimited Thermal Jersey keeps you comfortably warm wherever you go. The heavyweight Warmer fabric deals remarkably well with the changing intensities of such riding. When it’s a steady pace it offers you cosy warmth. But come the extra effort of tough off-road climbs and gravel trails, it lets through enough air to ensure excellent breathability, preventing overheating and sweat build-up. Details are kept simple and fuss-free. A YKK® Vislon® zipper allows easy control of ventilation. 3 rear pockets allow you to keep essentials close to hand. And reflective details keep you visible for rides that start before sunrise or end after sunset.
The Passista Long Sleeve Jersey is made for cooler days of cycling, where you don’t need a heavier-weight winter jacket but it’s still too cool for a short sleeve jersey and arm-warmers. In order to keep in body heat, Castelli have used their cosy Warmer fabric on the body and sleeves. The fleece inner traps warmth brilliantly but it still lets some airflow though to prevent you from overheating. Meanwhile, the sides use Warmer X-Stretch. This ensures your jersey has a nice snug fit for efficient pedalling, while still offering flexibility. Practical features also make this jacket a winner. The easy-sliding YKK® Vislon® zipper makes it easy to control ventilation and thus regulate your temperature. Gripper elastic at the waist keeps the fit secure and the 3 rear pockets are there for all your cycling essentials.
Incredibly effective. But incredibly sweaty. Indoor training and indoor racing are great for incredibly focused fitness gains. However, the heat can be a challenge, even with a good electric fan. The Insider Sleeveless Jersey is Castelli’s answer to those unique demands of your pain cave. The first thing to notice is the lack of weight. Incredibly light, at just 43 grams, it’s designed to feel as if it’s almost not there. Next, a 3D mesh construction allows maximum airflow to your body while also spreading sweat over a large surface area. Turn your fan up and you’ll feel the effects of the 3D mesh, speeding up the cooling effect of sweat evaporation. It’s quick to wick away excess sweat too. This will prevent you from feeling drenched as your efforts swing from high-intensity efforts and rest periods. With its HEIQ Fresh Tech silver-free odour control treatment, you can be sure even the toughest of training sessions won’t leave a nasty smell. There’s also a rear pocket, handy space to stash a gel or two or a music player.
The Original. Still the Best. First revolutionising wet-weather race kit back in 2010, the Women’s Gabba ROS 2 Jersey offers incredibly versatile performance across a wide range of cycling conditions. For cool weather and damp conditions, it excels. But it’s also breathable enough to keep you comfortable when it’s drier and milder. Powered by INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® So, what is it that makes the Women’s Gabba ROS 2 so versatile? First and foremost, it’s the Castelli exclusive GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® fabrics. Across the front, sleeves and shoulders, INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 205 provides total wind protection, is highly water-resistant while the brushed inner face traps warmth. The back of the jersey uses a lighter and stretchy INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 203. This prioritises enhanced breathability, delivering you comfort when temperatures and the pace rises. It’s water-repellent too, fending off road spray. Best. Now Better. Castelli have made a number of improvements to this 5th generation Gabba. The YKK® Vislon® front zipper is now two-way, letting you boost ventilation from both the top and the bottom. For low-light cycling, the reflectivity is now more visible and pockets to the back now hold more gear. Lastly, seams at the shoulders have been moved to the back, reducing exposure to wind and rain. The Gabba RoS 2 is a must-have for autumn and spring riding when weather conditions can change in an instant.
Incredibly effective. But incredibly sweaty. Indoor training and racing are great for incredibly focused fitness gains. However, the heat can be a challenge, even with a good electric fan. The Insider Sleeveless Jersey is Castelli’s answer to those unique demands of your pain cave. The first thing to notice is the lack of weight. Incredibly light, at just 52 grams, it’s designed to feel as if it’s almost not there. Next, a 3D mesh construction allows maximum airflow to your body while also spreading sweat over a large surface area. Turn your fan up and you’ll feel the effects of the 3D mesh, speeding up the cooling effect of sweat evaporation. It’s quick to wick away excess sweat too. This will prevent you from feeling drenched as your efforts swing from high-intensity efforts and rest periods. With its HEIQ Fresh Tech silver-free odour control treatment, you can be sure even the toughest of training sessions won’t leave a nasty smell. There’s also a rear pocket, handy space to stash a gel or two or a music player.
First thing you'll notice when you pull the Women's Tutto Nano on is the snug stretch fit. This is thanks to the highly flexible Nano Flex 3G fabric, as found in Castelli's superb Sorpasso tights. This close fit not only saves precious energy but less flapping boosts warmth too. Speaking of warmth, the fleece inner is great at trapping body heat and the tighter knit of the fabric lets less air through than traditional thermal jersey fabrics, enhancing warmth still further. Next comes Castelli’s proprietary nanotechnology water-repellent finish. When you're cycling in the dry you'll not notice it. However, on a damp and drizzly autumn day, it comes into its own, fending off light rain and wet roads, keeping you comfortable for longer. Spring and autumn days are shorter and so you'll also be pleased to find 360° reflectivity, keeping you visible as the night draws in. An easy-sliding KK® Vislon® zipper with rubberized pull and the silicone gripper elastic finish the jersey in style. If you're looking to upgrade your cool-weather cycling kit, the Women's Tutto Nano ROS Jersey is a great place to start. Compared to a traditional thermal jersey it's a definite step up in performance.
When seeking to create a base layer for freezing cold days, Castelli’s design team turned to the insulating power of Polartec® Alpha®. What they found is that on its own it tended to feel a bit too damp and clammy for use as a stand-alone base layer. However, paired up with a quick-wicking base it offered superb warmth and comfort. The result is the Cold Days 2nd Layer Jersey. Thanks to Polartec® Alpha®, this cycling top is incredibly lightweight, soft and yet offers superb insulation against the cold. It certainly won't weigh you down or get in the way but still retains incredible levels of warmth. It’s the perfect mid-layer to complement your favourite winter base layer. Details have also been carefully designed for mid-layer comfort. A half-zip allows you to vent but lessens bulk over the torso. It's also slightly off-centre, ensuring it doesn't interfere with the zips on your outer jacket or jersey. The high neck offers a warm seal against the cold while the close fit lets you tuck it into your tights or leave it outside.
Made from custom-engineered fabrics, the Women's Giro 104 Competizione Jersey (Ciclamino) offers superb levels of comfort and moisture management. With an eco-aware construction, using 100% recycled fabrics, it's also kinder for the environment. Velo Light fabric, made by performance-fabric experts Sitip, is deployed to the front and the back of the jersey. This material is quick to deal with sweat, keeping you comfortably dry as you apply ever more power to the pedals. The sleeves, meanwhile, use a 3D mesh fabric, giving a sleek finish and ensuring excellent breathability. If you do get too warm, the full-length front zipper makes it easy to boost airflow and regulate body temperature. While pro riders squeeze into ever tighter jerseys, the Women's Giro 104 Competizione Jersey has a tailored fit more suited towards us amateurs who perhaps like a bit more space (particularly after a cafe/cake stop). While the fit is still streamlined, it's a more generous cut than Castelli's pro jerseys and the stretch fabrics also help in this regard, making it easy to move. At the waist, the silicone gripper prevents the jersey from riding up and three rear pockets offer space for all your cycling essentials.