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Competizione Short
The Castelli Men's Competizione Short incorporates as much technology as possible from the top-of-the-line pro-level race shorts at a more accessible price. And although it's certainly capable of weekend racing, it's also a great comfort performance short even if you never pin on a number.
The main Vortex textured fabric and the Giro4 leg gripper come straight from the top Free Aero Race 4 Bibshort, while the KISS Air2 seat pad has most of the comfort of a top seat pad but represents the maximum value. The intangible part that you'll appreciate most is Castelli's knack for building in perfect fit at every price point.
This is the short that brings the best of Castelli's know-how in building comfort performance shorts into an accessible product in your cycling wardrobe.
Features:
KISS Air2 seat pad for all-day comfort
Affinity Pro Lycra® fabric on inside of the leg for outstanding stretch and rebound
Vortex BLC textured fabric on legs for better aerodynamics
Giro4 leg gripper with a raw edge for comfort and silicone stripes for grip
Flat-lock stitching
Reflective detailing on back
Performance fit: Castelli apparel is designed with a performance cut that often runs smaller than that of other manufacturers. Consider sizing-up one size to ensure a comfortable fit — e.g., if you typically wear a Medium, select a Large in Castelli. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.
Free Exchanges: This product qualifies for free exchanges within the first 60 days after order. We'll cover the shipping both ways for US customers if you need a different size and/or color of this product. Returned product must be in new condition with all labels and packaging. Free exchanges apply only for product in stock or available for backorder.
B-Stock - This product has one or more B-Stock units available. These units can be purchased at a discount (see option select). B-Stock units were returned from other customers and may have missing or damaged packaging materials. These units are otherwise as new. The full manufacturer warranty applies. Click Here for more information.
The product weight specified is an approximate weight based on the manufacturer's specifications (if available) or our measurement of one or two examples. For most products, the weight will typically vary by 5% to 10%.
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Solid pad, tight fit, holdup well
by Jonmtber
Cycling Enthusiast
Carson City, NV
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Good fabtic that holds up to hundreds of washes. They run a size small, so order up. The dados very good, not great. I use as a MTB liner on 40 mile rides and roads for 60-80 miles.a little sore, but ok.
Reviewed 6/17/2021
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Great shorts
4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.
Been using Castelli for years. One psir so old it is getting a bit thin but hasnt torn. The Competizione are nice. Wide band at leg opening so no gripper sicone that chafes. Size up one from normal.
Reviewed 12/3/2020
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Good quality and value
by Tderiggi
Casual Cyclist
Sacramento CA
3 of 4 customers found this review helpful.
Regarding sizing, I�m 5-11 and 155 lbs, and tried both medium and large sizes. The medium was uncomfortably snug, so I�m using a large, which is very comfortable, though maybe slightly large for me. But I�m a casual rider and I don�t like super tight shorts.
Reviewed 11/3/2020
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Blistering Giro 4 Leg Gripper
1 of 3 customers found this review helpful.
As the title says, I'm getting leg blisters because of the gripper, recommended only for short rides like for 1 or 2 hours of riding. Giving 2 stars for good quality fabric because if the fabric aint good I'm only giving 1 star.
Reviewed 10/25/2021
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Just as comfortable as the higher end shorts
by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
Virginia
2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
They fit well with not too much compression. Fabric is very well stitched and looks expensive.
Reviewed 10/16/2021
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Ok but not great
by jbrew44
Cycling Enthusiast
Tennessee
1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
The Castelli emblems came off. The fit good and are comfortable for my rides so far. I don't think they are going to last very long.
Reviewed 9/30/2021
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Great shorts
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Love these shorts! They feel slightly thinner than my others but provide just as much if not more support and comfort. Worth the buy for sure.
Reviewed 6/25/2021
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