Castelli Espresso 2 Black + Smoky Grey Men's Cycling Kit

On long rides, you want clothing that moves well with you and doesn't chafe, and so this Castelli Espresso 2 cycling kit is an excellent choice. It is designed with a nice snug fit that is not too tight, and its fabrics feel light on your skin and offer high freedom of movement.

Castelli Espresso 2 - jersey
The jersey is made of Castelli's Air_O Stretch fabric, which is highly breathable and helps to wick away sweat quickly and effectively. For added comfort, the sleeves have raw-cut ends, which means they are finished seamlessly to avoid annoying pressure marks. At the front, there is a full-length YKK Vislon zip with a handy pull tab that can be smoothly operated with one hand. Energy bars and gels can easily be carried in the three back pockets, and there is a zipped fourth pocket for keys or a debit card. The elastic band with silicone in the bottom hem keeps the jersey well in place. Finally, the fabric includes UPF 30 sun protection.

Castelli Espresso 2 - bib short
The bib short is made of Espresso Doppio fabric, which provides a good balance between support and flexibility. An important part of a bib short, of course, is its padding. For this Espresso 2 model, Castelli has selected the Progetto X2 Air Seamless chamois, which offers high comfort for rides that last several hours. Like the jersey's sleeve ends, the short's leg ends have a raw-cut finish with silicone grippers so the fabric stays well in place. The bib straps are made of a stretchy mesh material that feels soft on your shoulders and also provides plenty of ventilation. Finally, at the back you will find a small storage pocket that can hold small items.