Castelli sizing

on-yer-bike

Do you need to order a size larger with Castelli jerseys? According to their sizing chart I fit a medium but with Italian clothes I've heard they come up smaller. Not sure if Castelli is Italian, sounds Italian...

barriecusvein

Castelli is italian.

The problem I had was getting a pair of bib shorts that were long enough to fit me but weren't designed for someone who weighs 200 pounds. I ended up having to buy a pair for a 44 inch chest. They fit fine (awesome apir of shorts as well) but getting the right size was a nighmare. I would suggest going with 1 size up from what the guide says, mainly to get the length right.

morrisje

I have just bought a pair of Castelli bib tights. I'm 5' 11'', 12st and they are a snug but ok fit.

Hope that give you a starting position

Hudster

I am of a very slight build and find their stuff fits me well, unlike a lot of US/UK brands which are generally a bit baggy. That ties in with what barriecusvein says.
You can always send them back if they don't fit.

morrisje

Sorry I should have said that I bought Large. Vital information missing!

Monty Dog

IME having the arms of a gibbon helps too - some of the arms lengths on their garments can best be described as 'generous'

chriskempton

I found a medium Castelli Jersey to be perfect for my medium-sized torso. I'm 5'10", 38" chest, 32" waist 75kg.

The difficulties in sizing people report are mainly on bib shorts, jerseys are much easier. Go with the chart.

il_principe

I find Jerseys are the same as most brands with sizing. I'm 38 chest, 32 waist just under 6 feet and a Medium is perfect.

Bibs - go a size up!

doyler78

I'm 5'8" with 37" chest and 30" waist and I've got the medium jersey. Best piece of cycling gear I've ever bought. Sleeves perfect length for me. Have hardly had it off me this last month since I bought it.

Barry Nice

Have any of you people heard of food.

I had to send a Castelli top back last year as I couldnt get may arms in without turning my hands blue and doing the zip up had the fabric at the edge of its elastic tolerance. It was an XXXL!!!

I am 6 foot and 15 stone and ex-rugby player (with build to match) but this was no good for my thin cyclist ego.

Seriously Castelli tops IME are made for small Italian men who don't live with their mothers (can't cook, wont cook!)

chriskempton

Barry Nice wrote:

Have any of you people heard of food.

I had to send a Castelli top back last year as I couldnt get may arms in without turning my hands blue and doing the zip up had the fabric at the edge of its elastic tolerance. It was an XXXL!!!

I am 6 foot and 15 stone and ex-rugby player (with build to match) but this was no good for my thin cyclist ego.

Seriously Castelli tops IME are made for small Italian men who don't live with their mothers (can't cook, wont cook!)

I think you're just not a "normal" cyclist
Castelli jersey sizing is IME no different to Assos, Giordana, Gore, Descente or anyone else's. You would have the same issue with all of them. Lose some weight, fatty

cymro68

chriskempton wrote:

Castelli jersey sizing is IME no different to Assos, Giordana, Gore, Descente or anyone else's. You would have the same issue with all of them. Lose some weight, fatty

What would you suggest when the sizing chart gives one size for the waist but another for height? I’m 5’11”and 31” waist. Sizing chart for Bib shorts give M for waist 30 – 32, L waist 32-34, but on the height, M is 5’8” to 5’10”, L is 5’10” to 6’.
:roll: :roll:

Barry Nice

chriskempton: I am sure you are being a sarcastic Yorkshireman rather than being personally offensive (I did notice your emoticon) but I would bet good money that I am carrying comparable levels of bodyfat to most cyclists. Weight does not always mean fat and bodyfat is not the only reason why some cycling clothing does not fit. Try playing a high standard of rugby and going to the gym for weights work 4-5 times a week for 15 years and see if you fit into a Castelli top.

I dont have tops from Assos or Giordana (just bibs), but I do have tops by Gore and Descente in XL which are a relaxed fit. so NO I dont have the same issue with all of them.

I am sure you thought you were being helpful and/or funny but either I am having a bad day or you are mistaken on both counts

doyler78

cymro68 wrote:

chriskempton wrote:

Castelli jersey sizing is IME no different to Assos, Giordana, Gore, Descente or anyone else's. You would have the same issue with all of them. Lose some weight, fatty

What would you suggest when the sizing chart gives one size for the waist but another for height? I’m 5’11”and 31” waist. Sizing chart for Bib shorts give M for waist 30 – 32, L waist 32-34, but on the height, M is 5’8” to 5’10”, L is 5’10” to 6’.
:roll: :roll:

I'd suggest you go and try them on or order from somewhere that allows you to order boths sizes and return the those that don't fit and doesn't charge a restock fee such as Wiggle.

chriskempton

cymro68 wrote:

chriskempton wrote:

Castelli jersey sizing is IME no different to Assos, Giordana, Gore, Descente or anyone else's. You would have the same issue with all of them. Lose some weight, fatty

What would you suggest when the sizing chart gives one size for the waist but another for height? I’m 5’11”and 31” waist. Sizing chart for Bib shorts give M for waist 30 – 32, L waist 32-34, but on the height, M is 5’8” to 5’10”, L is 5’10” to 6’.
:roll: :roll:

I'd suggest using some common sense, or as Doyler says order from somewhere you can order both and return one, or switch if it's wrong.

I'm not looking to become an advisory service on Castelli sizing, I'm just trying to say that their jerseys are the same as anyone else's IME.

chriskempton

Barry Nice wrote:

chriskempton: I am sure you are being a sarcastic Yorkshireman rather than being personally offensive (I did notice your emoticon) but I would bet good money that I am carrying comparable levels of bodyfat to most cyclists. Weight does not always mean fat and bodyfat is not the only reason why some cycling clothing does not fit. Try playing a high standard of rugby and going to the gym for weights work 4-5 times a week for 15 years and see if you and fit into a Castelli top.

I dont have tops from Assos or Giordana (just bibs), but I do have tops by Gore and Descente in XL which are a relaxed fit. so NO I dont have the same issue with all of them.

I am sure you thought you were being helpful and/or funny but either I am having a bad day or you are mistaken on both counts

Sorry Barry wasn't meaning to offend, but I happen to be a small Italian man who lives with his mother, so you'd better apologise too.

ukracer

i have similar issue
32 waist but 6" 1 looking to buy team bib shorts
do i go with L or Xl because of height?

Blonde

I find Casellti stuff is a size larger than assos; so I am a medium in Castelli ladies gear, but a large in assos ladies gear. Their sizing guide is correct. Only trade up a jersey size if you prefer a baggier, less race-fit jersey. I wouldn't do that with shorts though - you don't want them moving about whilst you're riding.

robby.racer

In my experience Casteli is typically on the small side - so you need a size bigger than normal Nalini, or Biemmie, Lusso. I just got hold of a Cervelo Aero jersey and shorts- they are made from really stretchy lycra for a tight fit - but to feel comfortable I need 2 sizes bigger- they might become my summer kit and at least give me the motivation to get lean1!1

wyadvd

just found this modified version of the castelli size chart which makes it all a lot clearer.......

http://www.classiccycling.com/castelli- ... zp-13.html

velohutts

I have some castelli clothing , at 6' the large shorts/bibs for the length , slim-med build med top - gives a tight/race fit in both jacket and jerseys.
large top gives a looser fit so would probably fit 40" chest + , hop this helps but as suggested earlier , if in doubt order both and send one back.

Tom Butcher

6'2 and just inside 13 stone - xxl in castelli with one of their aero jerseys - meant to be a close fit and it is - couldn't go any smaller. Also got a castelli waterproof - it's snug and it's an xl. So it partly depends on what the fit is supposed to be but certainly for tops castelli fits typically Italian.

Mike54321

I think the problem a lot of people have with Castelli stuff is the length, expect it to feel very short at the front when you're standing up and relatively tight across the chest.

For the record I am about 6'2" and can generally wear XL in Castelli and get a relatively 'race' fit. XXL still fits but is slightly more relaxed.

Hubmeister

I have several items of Castelli clothing and always size up,do find arm & leg length a bit long but otherwise fit is perfect.
I'm 5'10 and 12 stone , size Large.

buzzwold

6'1", c 15st, bought Castelli bib tights in December and they feel spot on. Size XL. 42" chest, 35" waist and 34" inside leg. This, contrary to earlier posts on individual's size is a fairly average build for my height and age (if you don't believe me see how many 42" jackets or 36 waist 33 inside leg trousers are left on the rail in M&S).

However, my dilemma is will the bib shorts be long enough??

tomisitt

I'm 6ft 1in, 85kg, 42 inch chest, and an XXL in Castelli sizing (two sizes up from what I normally take in other brands)

razorjack

I tried few Castellis (aero, endurance, competition)
I'm 181cm, 83cm weist, 72kg... according to charts I should use M....
I tried Large, and the bib straps were way too short, I'd feel so exhausted after 20 mins on a bike ... and no space at all at crotch area....
WTF ?
I like to colours etc. but i can't use it. I'm worried that XL would be loose at hems...
For now, i took Gore C5 Large (again, instead of M) and it's super comfy.
Is it a problem with all Castelli models ?

vincesummerskRoxcBTr

I tried a sale price Castelli jesrsey and gilet, L and XL too small. The XL gilet wouldn't even do up round my waist every other make I have tried a L has been fine.

secretsam

How does it compare to my normal fave brand, Endura? I'm a L in their gear, fits me a treat. Castelli...XL?

Ncovidius

What ever size you wear with any other manufacturer, put the word ‘child’ before it with Castelli. They do size tight, so yeah go one size up from your normal size, and you’ll be fine.

oblongomaculatus

You often hear Castelli comes up small, but the size guides say medium for me, and medium fits. Everyone is different, of course.