The Polare 3 Bib Tights are Castelli’s warmest tights with protection from the wind and the rain. These are ideal for riders who don’t let a little cold get in their way, or for riders who appreciate dressing warm in cool conditions.The tights achieve their warmth and protection through a combination of fabrics. The front of the tights completely blocks out the wind and the cold thanks to GORE-TEX INFINIUMÔ WINDSTOPPER® X-fast fabric. Castelli’s Nano Flex 3G fabric on the seat and lower back provide protection from any road spray and its Thermoflex fabric on the back of the thighs brings ample warmth and stretch.You might associate mesh bib straps with summer bib shorts, but Castelli has used them here as they hold minimal moisture. This will help your jacket and base layer work their best and ultimately keep you dry and more comfortable for longer.These winter cycling tights use Castelli’s KISS Air2 seat pad. This pad offers just the right amount of padding whilst maintaining great moisture management properties. Favoured by many of the pros, it is slightly less voluminous than the Progetto X2.The tights close at the ankles with zips and have reflective detailing across the calves and thighs for extra visibility in low light.Key FeaturesFull GORE-TEX INFINIUMÔ WINDSTOPPER® X-fast front for total wind protection,Nano Flex 3G fabric on seat and lower back leg for splash protection,Thermoflex on back of thighs for extra warmth and stretch,Mesh bibs that hold minimal moisture,KISS Air2 seat pad,High visibility reflective strips above knee and on calf,Ankle zips for easy on and off,-5° – 5°C / 23° – 41°F,Weight: 332g (M).
Winter Winners Winter is where you’ll build your fitness towards the highs of summer form and for those of you who race, hopefully, the summer race wins. And if you’ve got some long base miles on your training plan, the Women’s Polare 3 Bib Tights ensure you can get outdoors and tick off the session in comfort, despite plunging winter temperatures. This is made possibly firstly via the GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® front panels. This totally windproof material faces into the cold, preventing the heat sapping effects of windchill, locking in all the heat you generate when riding. Meanwhile, all-weather protection is also boosted thanks to the Nano Flex 3G on the bum and the back of the lower legs. This water-repellent fabric provides splash and spray protection when roads are wet. Castelli also uses their Thermoflex across the back of thighs. This fleece-backed stretch material insulates you against the cold while also providing the renowned Castelli fit. With its excellent stretch, it allows you to enjoy a smooth unrestricted pedal stroke too. Bib straps are kept minimal, offering excellent moisture management and letting you choose suitable base layers to suit conditions and your own preference/natural warmth. And for those of you training at night, large reflective inserts to the front and back of the legs grab attention when pedalling. KISS Air² Donna Seat Pad The KISS Air² seat pad has been designed specifically for female riders, providing high-performance comfort across all conditions. Next to the skin, a super-soft stretch microfibre offers brilliant comfort. And with seamless construction, chafing and abrasion are all but eliminated. Next, infinitely variable thickness padding offers outstanding support. Maximum thickness and density in the ischial zone, tapering to moderate thickness in the perineum, and minimum thickness at the perimeter.
Castelli Women's Polare Bib TightsBringing together the windproof performance of GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ and the water-repellency of Nano Flex 3G, the Castelli Women's Polare Bib Tights excel as winter temperatures and damp roads greet you before your ride. Winter WinnersIf temperatures are hovering around freezing, but you'll still be getting out on your bike to get your aerobic base built for race-winning summer fitness, the Women's Polare 3 Bib Tights ensure complete comfort mile after mile. To the front, Castelli uses the windproof performance of GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER®. With cold winds unable to penetrate, heat loss is prevented and you'll enjoy cosy warmth when riding. Meanwhile, to counter the chill of spray and splashes from wet roads, the back of the tights get water-repellent Nano Flex 3G on the bum and the back of the lower legs. Across the back of the thighs, fleece-backed Thermoflex provides insulation against the cold and gives the legendary streamlined fit and flexibility you'd expect from Castelli.Bib straps are kept minimal, offering excellent moisture management and letting you choose suitable base layers to suit conditions and your own preference/natural warmth. And for those of you training at night, large reflective inserts to the front and back of the legs grab attention when pedalling.KISS Air² Seat PadThe KISS Air² Donna seat pad has been designed specifically for female riders, providing high-performance comfort across all conditions.Next to the skin, a super-soft stretch microfibre offers brilliant comfort. And with seamless construction, chafing and abrasion are all but eliminated. Next, infinitely variable thickness padding offers outstanding support. Maximum thickness and density in the ischial zone, tapering to moderate thickness in the perineum, and minimum thickness at the perimeter.Features:Materials: 100% PolyesterFull GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® X-Fast front for total wind protectionNano Flex G3 on seat and lower back leg for splash protection from wet roadsThermoflex back of thigh for extra warmth and stretchMesh bibs don’t hold moistureWomen's KISS Air² Donna seat pad gives great cushioning without excessive bulkHigh-visibility reflective stripes above knee in front and above calf on backAnkle zips for easy on/offWeight: 332g (M)Suggested Temperature range -5 to 6 Degrees CBuy Castelli Clothing from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.