Assos & Castelli short sizing

JonEdwards

I'm after some new bib shorts for big days out. Looking at the deals available on the Assos Factory Outlet/ Castelli Cafe, but I'm after a bit of advice on sizing.

I'm 1.78m tall (5'10")
Waist - 76cm (30")
Hips - 84cm (33")
Inside Leg - 81cm (32")

(I'm built for speed not comfort @ 64kg)

According to the Assos sizing chart I'm a medium for height, but XS for hips. Castelli, I'm a chunk smaller than small I can probably get away with it width wise, but what about height?

I've been using small Pearl Izumi shorts for the last few years, although the last couple of pairs of Attack non-bibs I bought for commuting are definitely on the tight side.

Advice gratefully received!

Cheers,

Jon

Bobbinogs

You are probably a Large in Castelli. I wear Large (Castelli FAR and Body Paint) and have similar proportions to you...5'10 and 65kg (though bear in mind that bib shorts are primarily based on height, not waist/weight, etc.).

Anonymous

Depends how snug you like the fit, AND if you're flexible (high saddle, slammed stem).

I am quite flexible and have my bars quite low and wear Castelli Free Aero Race in a medium.

Odd that the other poster goes for a large.

I am 6ft (on the nose) and 75kg. 32 waist, 36 chest, 32 inseam.

They are pretty tight when you put them on and stand up straight, but once tucked forward on the bike, they are absolutely perfect (and extremely comfortable), but I do like a snug fit.

Tops I struggle to buy online from these kinds of people as I need to try. Most 'standard' brands I wear a small.

Tjgoodhew

Just another for comparison:

heigh 6ft
75kg
Inseam 32"

I wear a Large in Assos bibs and they are pretty much perfect

kajjal

Compared to most other makes Castelli are tighter. I had to go up a size compared to others. If you are after tight fitting bibs they are well worth considering. I even use mine for mountain biking as they are comfortable without being restrictive.

foggymike

5'10", 32 waist, 11 1/2 stones, medium in both

gsk82

5'8"
66kg
30" waist
Assos - medium
Castelli - medium

I'd say castelli are half a size smaller. But I've worn a medium in every pair of shorts I've used, including these. Don't over think it, just get what you usually would.

daniel_b

Amazing disparities in sizes chosen here, probably not helping the OP out at all, but here are my stats!

5ft 10, 34" inseam.
72kg, 32/33" waist.

Can fit, and do fit into Small Castelli shorts, but feel Medium would probably be a better fit.
Small Assos ones fit fine.

*As I have a comparitively short upper torso in relation to my height, I generally have to get a smaller size that might be ideal, as otherwise the straps are too loose, and the pad does not stay in place.

il_principe

Have you considered Castelli's Sanremo Speedsuits. More expensive than their high end bibs but cheaper than bibs + jersey and supremely comfy.

FWIW I'm 5'11, 69KG and take an M in Castelli.

daniel_b

Il Principe wrote:

Have you considered Castelli's Sanremo Speedsuits. More expensive than their high end bibs but cheaper than bibs + jersey and supremely comfy.

FWIW I'm 5'11, 69KG and take an M in Castelli.

The speedsuit in an M is fine for me too.