Castelli

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is Castelli known for?

  Castelli is an Italian cycling apparel brand founded in Milan in 1876 and recognised by its scorpion logo. It is best known for road racing kit developed with professional teams, and for weather-resistant pieces such as the Gabba and Perfetto that changed how riders dress for cold, wet days.
• Which Castelli lines should I know?

  Espresso covers endurance jerseys, bibs and accessories, while Entrata is the entry point to the range. Competizione and Free Aero RC are race-oriented, Perfetto RoS and Gabba handle cool and wet weather, and Unlimited is the gravel and adventure line.
• How does Castelli sizing compare with other brands?

  Castelli uses Italian sizing, which tends to run smaller than North American casual sizes, and race pieces are cut closer than endurance ones. Check the fit note and size chart on each product page and measure chest, waist and hips rather than relying on your size in another brand.
• Does Castelli make women's-specific cycling clothing?

  Yes: women's jerseys, bib shorts, tights, jackets, vests and base layers are cut on women's patterns rather than resized men's pieces. Bibs marked DT use a drop-tail design so you can take a nature break without removing your jersey.
• Does Castelli make triathlon clothing?

  Yes: the range includes tri suits such as the Free Sanremo, separate tri tops and bottoms, and speed suits for time trials. Tri pieces use a thinner, quick-draining pad so you can swim, bike and run in the same kit.