Castelli Unveils New Hot Weather Range

Castelli has unveiled its new Hot Weather range. Designed to excel when the heat is on, the collection is guided by three core principles: maximizing airflow, accelerating evaporation, and providing advanced UPF protection.

The fully updated line seamlessly fuses innovative technologies with a fresh aesthetic, delivering premium garments that riders will actively reach for when temperatures spike.

Castelli Global Brand Manager Steve Smith said: “Summer means different things for cyclists who are seeking peak performance, but the most common themes are keeping cool and being protected from the sun. 

“For those who prioritize keeping cool, we make the lightest-possible products that still block the majority of UV rays. While UPF 13 protection on the back of our Climber’s A/C Jersey might not sound a lot, only allowing 1/13th of rays to pass through means it still prevents 92% of them from doing so. By comparison, a typical cotton T-shirt only offers UPF 5-7 protection.

“For those who prioritize sun protection, our UPF Jersey, A/C Bibshort and Sleeves provide UPF 50+ protection, blocking over 98% of the UV rays while still remaining as cool as possible. 

“Traditionally that level of defense meant compromising on weight, but by devoting countless hours to R&D, we’ve developed fabrics for this collection which tick all the boxes when it comes to being lightweight, breathable, and protective. 

“Of course, as with any Castelli garment, they also need to look fresh and desirable too, and with the Hot Weather collection, we’ve definitely delivered that.”

The Height of Cool: Climber’s A/C Jersey

The Climber’s A/C Jersey is optimized for elite performance during the very hottest days in the saddle. Engineered to fit like a second skin, the jersey utilizes a CFD-optimized fabric placement and seam construction for enhanced aerodynamics, proven in the world’s biggest races. The Flusso 3D fabric on the front and side panels comprises a super-light mesh structure that allows cooling airflow while the Strada Pro 3D fabric on the back offers UPF 13 protection as well as being ultra-breathable.

Although the jersey was created for warm summer days, adding a base layer extends the temperature range it can be worn in while retaining the extreme breathability.

Additional Information:

– Elbow-length stretch mesh sleeves with raw-cut edges
– Elastic around the waist to keep jersey in place and support loaded pockets
– YKK® Vislon® zipper
– Optimal temperature range: 22-40°C / 71-104°F
– Race fit
– Weight: 124g men’s / 116g women’s
– Size: XS–3XL men’s / XS-XL women’s

The men’s Climber’s A/C Jersey is available in four colorways: Belgian Blue/WInter Sky, Vivid Orange/Smoky Gray, Silver Gray/Smoky Gray and Deep Bordeaux/White.

The women’s Climber’s A/C Jersey is available in two colorways: Belgian Blue/Neon Cobalt Silver and Ultraviolet/Purple Mist-Pink.

RRP €120 | $155 | £125

Ultimate Sun Protection: UPF Jersey

The new UPF Jersey, available in short- and long-sleeve options, is perfectly suited to riders seeking maximum sun defense without paying the price of excess weight and heat. The entire jersey utilizes the lightest-possible fabric which delivers UPF 50+ protection. A higher collar and extended sleeves also provide additional skin cover.

Additional Information:

– Raw-cut sleeve endings for comfort
– Three rear cargo pockets and additional zippered security pocket
– Elastic around the waist to keep jersey in place and support loaded pockets
– YKK® Vislon® zipper
– Optimal temperature range: 20-38°C / 68-100°F
– Tailored fit
– Weight: 159g men’s / 123g women’s
– Size: XS–3XL men’s / XS-XL women’s

The men’s UPF Jersey is available in two colorways: Silver Gray and Vivid Orange (both short and long sleeved).

The women’s UPF Jersey is also available in two colorways: Winter Sky/Violet Pink and Mango Mojito/Ultraviolet.

RRP €120 | $170 | £129 (short sleeved)
RRP €130 | $180 | £140 (long sleeved)

Impossibly Light: Men’s Superleggera Bibshort

The men’s Superleggera Bibshort is Castelli’s lightest-ever road short, designed to keep riders cool on the longest summer days. It introduces an exclusive seamless, graduated-ventilation and stretch-woven fabric that maximizes airflow and reduces weight by up to 50% while simultaneously improving durability.

This groundbreaking short also features a minimalist stripe mesh bib and is anchored by the renowned Progetto X2 Air Seamless seat pad for uncompromised performance.

Additional Information:

– Integrated gripper elastic with exposed Lycra® to hold leg in place
– Embossed logos and stretch silicone scorpion heat transfers
– Optimal temperature range: 20-40°C / 68-104°F
– Race fit
– Weight: 158g
– Size: XS–3XL

The men’s Superleggera Bibshort is available in two colorways: Black and Belgian Blue.

RRP €220 | $250 | £225

Advanced Ventilation: A/C Bibshort

Designed specifically for high-temperature rides, the A/C Bibshort incorporates a unique mesh architecture to optimize lower-body ventilation. The closed-knit side panels deliver an optimal balance of breathability and UPF 50+ protection while the minimalist mesh bib straps and integrated mesh leg grippers actively prevent overheating. Both the men’s and women’s versions come equipped with the top-tier Progetto X2 Air Seamless seat pad for ultimate comfort.

Additional Information:

– Optimal temperature range: 22-40°C / 71-104°F
– Tailored fit
– Weight: 201g men’s / 185g women’s
– Size: XS–3XL men’s / XS-XL women’s

The men’s and women’s A/C Bibshorts are available in two colorways: Black and Belgian Blue.

RRP €160 | $190 | £170

Protecting Arms and Legs: UPF 50+ Arm, Knee and Leg Sleeves

Rounding out the Hot Weather range, the UPF 50+ Light Arm, Knee and Leg Sleeves are produced from a lightweight stretch Solare fabric for exceptional airflow and moisture management – finding the best-possible balance of keeping riders cool while still blocking harmful UV rays.

The arm and leg sleeves are available in white and black colorways. The knee sleeves are available in black.