Winter is coming, and for many that means it’s time to dust off the indoor trainer setup and renew your favorite virtual training subscription. For others, it means bundling up in your winter riding gear and braving the conditions no matter what. If you’re part of the latter camp, then you’re probably already familiar with Castelli’s lineup of winter riding gear, which has been keeping hearty year-round cyclists comfortable for many years. Today, the Italian brand is introducing updated versions of some of its most popular cold-weather gear.
This includes updated versions of the winter workhorse Sorpasso Pro Bibtights for both men and women. They’ve also redesigned their critical accessories for your extremities, utilizing the proprietary Polartec AirCore fabric to make the Estremo 2 Gloves and Estremo 2 Shoecovers the “warmest Castelli has ever produced.”
Sorpasso Pro Bibtight
Castelli designed the Sorpasso Pro to have an “extremely wide temperature range,” so it could theoretically be the only bibtight you need for all of your winter riding. It’s made with Castelli-engineered Definitivo warm fabric, with a claimed temperature bandwidth of 2–14 °C / 35–57 °F. That should have you covered for those near-freezing starts or finishes with variable temps in between.
According to Castelli, they’ve also given them an updated anatomical cut with new patterning and shaping at the knees and hips for unrestricted pedaling. The high-stretch, compressive fabrics provide warmth, support, and all-day comfort, while the lie-flat, seamless bib straps keep them anchored and stable in varying riding positions.
The Soprasso Pro Bibtights include Castelli’s flagship Progetto X2 Air seamless seat pad for comfort on long rides. The design also subtly integrates reflective elements for winter visibility with minimal impact on aesthetics, along with a zipperless ankle to reduce bulk
- Temperature Range: 2–14 °C / 35–57 °F
- Fit: Tailored
- Sizes: XS-3XL (men’s); XS-XL (women’s)
- Colors: Belgian Blue, Black and Smoky Gray (men’s); and Black (women’s)
- RRP €200,00 | $240,00 | £220,00
Estremo 2 Glove
A mainstay in the Castelli lineup since 2012, the Estremo Glove is getting its first update in 14 years. The main story here is the move to the proprietary Polartec AirCore fabric we’ve recently seen incorporated into numerous jackets in Castelli’s cool/cold weather lineup. This material features “an electrospun nanofiber membrane that blocks freezing winds while allowing rapid moisture transfer.” Inside, a fleecy liner provides loft and thermal insulation with a claimed temperature range of -5–5 °C / 23–41 °F.
The Estremo 2 has a pre-curved construction along with a silicone-printed palm for cold-weather grip. The outside of the palm also includes the Castelli Damping System (CDS) to provide some cushioning to eliminate nerve numbness on long winter road rides. The Estremo 2 Gloves have an extended cuff with a Velcro closure to keep them snug and fit under the sleeves of jackets, and a microsuede thumb panel for those inevitably runny noses.
- Temperature Range: -5–5 °C / 23–41 °F (unisex)
- Sizes: XS-2XL
- Color: Black
- RRP €120,00 | $140,00 | £130,00
Estremo 2 Shoecover
The new Estremo 2 Shoecover gets the same treatment. Like the Estremo 2 Gloves above, the Shoecover is also switching to the windproof Polartec AirCore outer shell with a full fleece lining. Castelli says this construction results in its warmest bootie ever. On that note, they claim they are suited for temperatures well below freezing, with a stated range of -10–5 °C / 14–41 °F.
The Estremo 2 Shoecovers are cut high on the calf to overlap with your favorite bibtights, with a full-length YKK Aquaguard zipper for easy on/off. While the AirCore material is not waterproof, Castelli says it provides protection from light rain and road spray. They have reflective elements incorporated on all sides to enhance winter visibility, and a high-durability material underfoot.
- Temperature Range: -10–5 °C / 143–41 °F (unisex)
- Sizes: XS-2XL
- Color: Black
- RRP €160,00 | $185,00 | £175,00
Availability
Castelli’s updated Sorpasso Pro Bibtights and Estremo 2 Gloves and Shoecovers officially launch today. They are live on the Castelli website, although some colors and sizes don’t appear to be in stock just yet. Head to the brand’s website to check availability or find a Castelli dealer near you.
