Description
Castelli Competizione Road Cycling Jacket
The Castelli Competizione Road Cycling Jacket is a very warm winter cycling jacket designed for cold, windy and sometimes wet conditions. Its Polartec AirCore outer membrane combines complete wind protection with high breathability and rain resistance, while a micro-grid fleece inner face traps warm air to provide insulation on cold rides.
Designed for temperatures from approximately -4 to 10 C, the Competizione balances substantial winter protection with the breathability needed for harder efforts. Two-way stretch creates a comfortable fit in the riding position, while a fleece-lined collar, YKK Vislon zip, three rear pockets and reflective details complete a versatile jacket for winter road cycling.
Key Specifications
- Designed for approximately -4 to 10 C
- 298g Polartec AirCore outer fabric
- Fully windproof construction
- Over 5,000 mm hydrostatic head rain protection
- 0.7 CFM air permeability
- Micro-grid fleece inner face
- Two-way stretch for a comfortable cycling fit
- YKK Vislon front zip
- Three rear pockets
- Reflective detailing for increased visibility
- PFAS-free membrane made from recycled PET
- Regular fit
- Weight: 466g
Polartec AirCore Weather Protection
Castelli uses a 298 g Polartec AirCore electrospun membrane to provide the protection needed for challenging winter conditions. The fabric is fully windproof and provides over 5,000 mm hydrostatic head rain resistance, making the jacket well suited to cold rides where light rain, spray and wet roads are also part of the conditions.
Warm Micro-Grid Fleece
A micro-grid fleece inner face traps air to provide substantial insulation without relying on a separate bulky outer layer. The fleece-lined collar adds further protection around the neck, helping retain warmth when temperatures fall.
Breathable Winter Performance
Despite its high level of insulation and weather protection, the Polartec AirCore fabric offers 0.7 CFM air permeability to help release heat and moisture during harder efforts. This balance of warmth, wind protection and breathability makes the Competizione suitable for everything from steady winter miles to more intensive training.
Practical Road Cycling Details
Two-way stretch helps the jacket sit comfortably in the riding position, while the YKK Vislon front zip allows easy adjustment on the move. Three rear pockets provide storage for ride essentials, and reflective details around the pocket area improve visibility in low-light winter conditions.
Who It’s For
The Castelli Competizione Road Cycling Jacket is for road cyclists looking for a highly insulated winter jacket that can handle cold, wind and changeable wet conditions. Its combination of Polartec AirCore weather protection, fleece insulation and high breathability makes it particularly suited to regular winter training and long cold-weather road rides.