Competizione Bib Short - Men's
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Why We Like The Castelli Competizione Bib Short
Known for its lightweight, breathable construction, the Castelli Competizione Bib Short is our pick for a high-performance summer bib short that is ready for any ride. The inner leg features Affinity Pro Lycra fabric for better stretch and rebound, while Vortex BLC textured fabric offers ideal aerodynamics. GIRO4 leg grippers with silicone strips ensure our shorts stay put while pushing the pedals to the max, while the KISS Air2 seat pad keeps us comfortable, no matter how far we ride.
Details
- Offers pro-level performance at a self-sponsored pricepoint
- KISS Air2 chamois provides comfort for long and short rides
- Affinity Pro Lycra offers stretch and rebound for optimal comfort
- Mesh bib upper delivers breathability and excellent support
- GIRO4 leg gripper with silicone strips keep shorts in place
- Item #CSTZ7B1
- Material
- Affinity Pro Lycra
- Season
- spring, summer, fall
- Fit
- form-fit
- Inseam
- [medium] 10in
- Chamois
- KISS Air2
- Bib
- mesh
- Leg Gripper
- Giro4
- Reflective
- accents
- Claimed Weight
- [large] 6.1oz (173g)
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 9 ratings
Review Summary
Fits Small
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageDecember 8, 2023
Too Small
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Size Bought:
- XL
- Height:
- 5' 7"
- Weight:
- 165
This is a good quality product, however the sizes are off the chart. I am 5' 7" and an Extra Large still too small where normally the medium would be fine.
May 22, 2023
Size up
- Size Bought:
- XL
- Height:
- 5' 10"
- Weight:
- 185
Made to jump from Pearl to these nicer bibs. Read reviews about sizing, I'm 5 10 185LB and XL fit great, still snug but comfortable. Great quality material.
January 10, 2022
Super comfortable but sizing is tough.
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- XXL
- Height:
- 5' 9"
- Weight:
- 170
You are best to buy a few sizes and return the ones that don't fit. I am 5-9 at 170 lbs but have thicker/muscular thighs/bottom. The XL was super tight around this area and even the straps where tight while on the bike. Double XL fits like a dream as they are tight but not cut your blood supply off tight. Great bibs but super small.
September 9, 2021
Way Smaller Than Most Bibs
- Familiarity:
- I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Size Bought:
- XL
- Weight:
- 168
Size Purchased: XL - Fits like an Endura Medium and a Pearl Izumi Medium Great bibs, but they do run two sizes smaller than most brands.
August 12, 2021
Very Comfortable, Snug Fit
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- L
- Height:
- 5' 10"
- Weight:
- 150
These are great bibs, very comfortable on longer rides, pad is not too thick, not too thin, and very breathable. There are hundreds of small round indentations in the pad, which appear to be the key to the comfort and breathability. It's been really hot lately, but these bibs keep me cool, and the light mesh shoulder straps are comfortable, although they may be a bit tight for taller riders. Typical Castelli snug fit, very form fitting. I'm at the size break between M and L, and the Large fits the way I like, which is snug. The leg grippers work well, and stay put. I've worn these on a few dozen rides, and they've held up well so far, I always launder them in a separate zippered mesh bag, so the thin mesh straps don't catch on anything. As for size recommendations, if you're more than 2% body fat go up a size with Castelli, maybe two sizes if you have a larger build.
August 6, 2021
Defective bib?
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- Large
- Height:
- 5' 8"
- Weight:
- 165
Good quality bibs but the padding on the ones I received where defective. On the right side of the padding I got severe chafing. I thought I would adjust to the bib but after a couple of rides but I dint. I decided to rerun. Will order new ones when I receive my refund.
May 28, 2021
Nice bibs
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- XL
- Height:
- 6' 1"
- Weight:
- 196
The padding on these seems just right. Not too thin nor too bulky. Shaped right too. The legs fit snuggly and do not creep much. Very nice fit. Look at sizing charts. I usually get L but XL for Castelli.
October 26, 2020
Initial impression is good
I ordered an XL first, but it felt a little too snug. I ordered the XXL and it fits nicely. BTW, I'm usually a L with Pearl Izumi and Voler (and all other clothing). It's just this Italian sizing is unbelievable too small. At any rate, BackCountry is just awesome though. They never disappoint.
Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com
May 29, 2020
Castelli Quality Impresses - as usual
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Weight:
- null
Reading the reviews on Castelli products first worried me. The sizing horror stories became my only concern and when first ordering from the brand years ago I ordered a medium and large in everything. I can honestly say, if you just FOLLOW THE SIZING CHART the product will work for you. And of course, don?t make your main measurement your chest when ordering bibSHORTS. I usually go off my waist or hips as that?s what matters most with this garment. And be honest with your tape measure. I see too many reviews on here of people that are 6 foot tall, and 180lb that order a small and expect it to fit...no. So long as you?re not oddly proportioned that is. Years ago, I ultimately decided mediums fit me better as I like a tighter fit (so that nothing rubs on 4-5 hour rides or races). Medium bibs have fit me throughout the Castelli range and these are no different. They are a compression garment designed to be like a second skin so there is no possibility of chafing. Keep that in mind. I am 5?10-11 and weigh 162lb, making me on the leaner side. The medium gives me a perfect race fit, not too tight but compressive enough that they don?t rub and the chamois stays in place. A large could work if you enjoy a little more freedom...but then again, that?s not what these bibshorts are designed for.
Originally reviewed on Backcountry.com
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