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Pros & Cons
Pros & Cons
- The Progetto X2 Air seat pad provides comfort and breathability.
- The Forza2 fabric reduces drag and increases speed.
- Thanks to the mesh bib straps and the breathable fabric, this bib short is absolutely suitable for your summer rides.
- The Forza2 fabric may feel rather tight for the recreational cyclist.
Specifications
Specifications
| Brand | Castelli | |
| Straps | Yes, seamless bib straps | |
| Chamois | With Chamois | |
| Chamois quality | Top class | |
| Bib short leg hem | Raw cut | |
| Waterproofing | Not waterproof | |
| Windproof | No | |
| Fit | Aero | |
| Sex | Men's |
For the Free Aero Race S model, Castelli uses the Forza2 Stretch material, known for its exceptional elasticity and support. The fabric is aero-optimised and reduces drag significantly, which is beneficial for your speed. The seamless Progetto X2 Air chamois provides unrivalled comfort even on the longest rides, with excellent ventilation and shock absorption. The bib short's breathability helps to keep you comfortable on hot days, and the UPF 50+ protection prevents UV rays from damaging your skin.
Other features
Besides the performance oriented basics, these bibshorts include practical extras like silicone grippers that keep the whole garment perfectly in place. The minimalist mesh bib straps are lightweight and ensure optimal ventilation. Moreover, the shorts feature a handy back pocket that can be used to store small essentials. Reflective details increase your visibility in traffic, keeping you safe on the road even in low-light conditions.
Reviews
Reviews
Most recent reviews
4 / 5
Top trousers, but the noble parts at the front deserve a bit more coverage ánd better positioning
The fit and finish of these cycling shorts are excellent. However, the chamois does not provide sufficient coverage of the soft tissue areas, leaving these areas exposed to airflow and viewing. In warm conditions, this may still offer some ventilation benefits, but in cold air, it leads to discomfort and insufficient thermal protection. An extension of the chamois at the front, as applied to other cycling shorts, could remedy this problem and significantly improve wearing comfort.
Pros & Cons
4 / 5
Fine trousers with comfortable chamois.
Wanted something different from the semi loose chamois from assos that seems to shift a bit on my slightly crooked body anyway. This is a nice alternative. Bib straps could be a bit firmer and fit is okay but not super. Most important for me is the chamois. It is good. Not too thick not too thin, gives good comfort.
Pros & Cons
5 / 5
Fine trousers
Trousers fit fine, slightly roomier than the free aero rc old version size L. Fabric feels slightly thinner.
Pros & Cons
5 / 5
Excellent shorts with very good chamois leather
Excellent cycling shorts, with excellent performance and protection
5 / 5
Tip top
Perfect exactly what we have also come to expect from Castelli. I ordered a second identical one right away !
Pros & Cons
4
Top trousers, but the noble parts at the front deserve a bit more coverage ánd better positioning
The fit and finish of these cycling shorts are excellent. However, the chamois does not provide sufficient coverage of the soft tissue areas, leaving these areas exposed to airflow and viewing. In warm conditions, this may still offer some ventilation benefits, but in cold air, it leads to discomfort and insufficient thermal protection. An extension of the chamois at the front, as applied to other cycling shorts, could remedy this problem and significantly improve wearing comfort.
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Comfort with thick chamois
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Permeable fabric ideal for summer
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Quality
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Chamois too short at the front
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Colour mocha does not easily match other colours
4
Fine trousers with comfortable chamois.
Wanted something different from the semi loose chamois from assos that seems to shift a bit on my slightly crooked body anyway. This is a nice alternative. Bib straps could be a bit firmer and fit is okay but not super. Most important for me is the chamois. It is good. Not too thick not too thin, gives good comfort.
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Deep black colour.
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Good chamois
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Bib straps are of somewhat limp material (compared to assos)
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| Size (manufacturer) | M / L / XL / XXL / 3XL | S / M / L / XL / XXL / 3XL | S / M / L / XL / XXL / 3XL | XS / S / M / L / XL / XXL / 3XL |
| Straps | Yes, seamless bib straps | Yes, seamless bib straps | Yes, seamless mesh bib straps | Yes, seamless bib straps |
| Chamois | With Chamois | With Chamois | With Chamois | With Chamois |
| Chamois quality | Top class | Top class | Top class | Top class |
| Bib short leg hem | Raw cut | Non-slip raw cut | Non-slip raw cut | Non-slip elastic band |
| From 152.43 | 193.09 | From 101.60 | 147.35 | |
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