CastelliMen's Free Aero Race Shorts(Return to Product Page)

I resisted buying these for years because of high price. But as my father once told me.....you get what you pay for! These are absolutely the best bicycle shorts I have ever triedowned. They are so comfortable but the chamois is the thing that makes them worth buying. At the end of the ride my crotch didn't hurt like it used to wearing other shorts. The only shortfall is the sizing. The reviews said you need to go up one size. I had to go up two sizes for the optimum fit. But Western Bike Works was awesome to work with. I had my incorrect size (up one size) sent back and the new size (up two sizes) post haste.

Great looking shorts but definitely very tight fitting. I normally wear a large cycling short but based on others' comments I bought an extra large. These are still the tightest shorts in my collection. An XXL would probably me more comfortable for 100 mile rides. I have not experienced any of the quality issues a few other reviewers have mentioned.

Ride hill country every other day averaging approximately 200 miles a week in them. Would love to have two pairs, however they are pricey. Love the compression fit. Only wish I was a litter younger and a little faster to be more worthy of shorts.

I caution purchaser to consider sizing up at least one size.

I am 57 and 168 pounds I wear Large short and my present (old) Castellis are Large after reading the reviews (specially Ed M. review) it obvious that I need it to go a size up. Contrary to the advice of the Western Bike World sales advisor she suggested I go with the LG based on my height and weight, well I ended up getting one size up (X-Lg) and it was pretty tight to say the least, I ended up exchanging it for a XX-Lg and its by far one of the most comfortable shorts I have. The fit still snug but very comfortable. The only problem I can see is, if I lose 15 to 18 pounds that might become a problem but as right now and 30 mile on it they are very comfy.

I am an avid mountain and road cyclist. I had always used a certain brand of cycling shorts. But recently I thought of trying the Castelli shorts and was very impressed by the material, construction and fit. They fit a bit tighter than I was used to but, once I got adjusted, I love the snug fit. I was so impressed with the Castelli shorts that I purchased two pairs for my wife. They are now her new favorite shorts.

Flexible and tight fitting make these shorts and good ride.

I am spoiled by the Castelli Free Aero Race shorts. The chamois is the best I've ever used. I tried going back to other, less expensive shorts, but continue to go back to the Castello's.

However one must get them large enough, I take a medium for most all other shorts but these required a large size for a 33 inch waist.

I use the shorts for mountain biking. They are well made, but they are quite small. I am usually a medium, but I should have gotten a large ( I am a 32 waist).

I am an older semiserious rider riding around 2,500 miles a year. I have used Castelli shorts for years and decided to try their Free Aero short. I am pleasantly impressed with the fit and comfort of these shorts. 50 mile rides with no discomfort.

Very Good Shorts--pricey, but good looking and comfortable

Already an owner of both Body Paint and Aero Free bibs I picked up a pair of Aero Race Shorts as well. As with the bibs, love these shorts. While I have read in various places Castelli fits small they fit pretty true to size for me - at 5'11' and 180lbs I wear a size medium. They are fairly compressive...if you're not a fan of that go for the Body Paint.s As someone how does a lot of training indoors I like the short option as they tend to hold in less sweat vs bibs.

I feel these shorts are a step up from even the top tier of other manufacturer's short I've used. After a couple of rides I immediately bought a second pair. They do seem to run small. I usually take an XL in most shorts ... bought XXXL in these shorts and they fit snugly and perfectly. The various materials work as advertised. The leg grips are especially comfortable. However, the best feature, for me, is the chamois. It's flatter than the current trend of 3D, stepped chamois, yet cushions just right. I currently run a racing saddle with a big hole down the middle. It's great for relieving pressure, especially when on the drops or aero-bars. However, 3D, stepped chamois sometimes clash with the inside edges of the saddle hole, causing sore spots. This Castelli Free Aero chamois cured that problem. Wish they weren't so expensive, as now I'm hooked ....

These are a different type of short. Tight compression. Excellent comfort and support.

Bought this short because I was going to be riding longer distance (over 100 miles) in a single day for a multi-day tour. The short is very comfortable, never got any hot spots, or chaffing. As some of the others have mentioned this short definitely runs small. I ordered large and extra large just in case, and would not have been happy or comfortable in the large. I usually wear large. Not in this short. This summer I may be doing a 600 mile tour and will likely buy a second pair to reduce the need to wash and dry the shorts nightly.

I bought these about 2 months ago and have been super impressed. They fit just right and arent too bulky in the seating area. I took the advice I had read about and ordered a size larger than previous brands. I highly recommend these shorts!

I was advised to buy a size up as the shorts cut is smaller than expected standards in our country, but going from a medium to a large was not enough.

When i purchase my First pair of Castelli short 2 years ago . Since then i purchase four more . They fit perfectly !! great padding. Remember you get what you paid for !! If you are a member save your points on the small sale . You can purchase great more when they are on sale .

when you first put these on, they feel good, comfortable. the pad is the same they have used for years ,nothing special. the mesh on the sides support you .I ride 80-125 miles and need a good comfortable short, these do pretty good.

I ride long distance rides 100 miles plus in a day, and need shorts with good pads to keep my rear from complaining. I bought these men's shorts and after my wife washed them ,she asked if they were hers or mine. We compared hers with these and the padding was exactly the same, o well they fit good, and the padding works pretty good, even if they are the same as womens. I like the mesh on the sides,keeps me cooler on hot days.