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Castelli Endurance Cycling Bib Shorts Black STAFF PICK

Castelli Endurance Bibshorts in Black

This one is made to go the distance. The Endurance Bib features Castelli's new and exciting Progetto X2 seatpad.

NOTE: Castelli clothing tends to run small; we strongly recommend ordering one size larger than a traditionally-sized American cut.

Editorial Review from Bicycling Magazine, October 2011 issue
"The Endurance bibs offer much of the same stylish functionality as the brand’s top-of-the-line Body Paint bibs, including the Giro ++ elastic grippers on the leg openings, and Castelli’s patented X2 chamois, which stays comfortable all day. An Italian flag stitched into the bibs’ upper, along with the unmistakable scorpion logo, completes this unquestionably Italian package. The lower portion is carefully constructed to avoid placing seems in places that will bind or pinch, making the Endurance bibs exceedingly comfortable. Pairing these bibs with a complementary jersey will quickly and easily make you the best-dressed on your group ride."—David L’Heureux

Features of this bib include:

Durable action micro and energia fabric helps this bib fit like a glove.

Progetto X2 Seat Pad

Handsome 4 needle flat lock stitching is both durable and provides a nice contrast.

Giro ++ leg grippers keep your shorts in place with an unobtrusive fit on the leg.

Reflective inserts for safety.

Scott Mares from Crossbikereview.com says:

"The company rocks customer service and so do the shorts. I wanted to see if Willy Wonka was back in the back working with these guys because this short is the 'All Day Gobstopper' of the short world. Get a pair and they will become your favorite short."
Read the full product review on our Blog here.

Tested by the Cervelo Test Team, the Progetto X2 seat pad, will already have more than 500,000 kilometers of testing before it reaches the market. Made with 10 separate components, and 12 different phases in the manufacturing process, the X2 Progetto has been in development for nearly 3 years. Click here for more details on the Castelli's Progetto X2

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Why I choose the Castelli Endurance Bib

I picked the Endurance bibs because it's price, $70 less than Body Paint Bibs and $50 less than Free Aero Race bibs, is the lowest price on a bib with the Progetto X2 pad. The Lycra is incredible, the white mesh braces are cool and the Progetto X2 pad seems to disappear from underneath you when you ride.

Bibshorts are found by the majority, if not all, to be the most comfortable option for a riding short - but this relies heavily on getting the right size. Please refer to the Size Chart Tab for advice and useful brand sizing information. Should you require any further information or assistance with bibshort sizing, call us toll-free at 1-888-817-8060 or e-mail us at Sales@bicyclinghub.com. Our cycling clothing experts will be happy to help!

Castelli cycling apparel is designed to hug all the curves of your body; we recommend ordering a size larger than you typically would for an American-sized cut. For additional questions about sizing, call our cycling clothing experts toll-free at 1-888-817-8060 or e-mail us at Sales@bicyclinghub.com

Top Five Reasons to Buy Castelli bib shorts from BicyclingHub.com:

5. Professional advice and excellent customer service. Passionate about cycling, our staff rides in and vigorously tests our products. Unsure about a size? Call our cycling clothing experts toll-free at 888-817-8060 or email your questions to customerservice@bicyclinghub.com.
4. Quality guarantee. All of our products carry a one-year warranty against manufacturers defects. No need to come unraveled—if there’s a problem, we’ll replace it at no cost to you
3. Free shipping on all U.S. orders over $70 and all Canadian orders over $150. Inexpensive rates for the rest of the world.
2. Hassle-free returns. Wrong size? Not what you expected? Gift recipient would prefer something different? No problem—we’d be happy to exchange or issue a refund (within 60 days of your purchase.)
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Fabric helps set the Castelli Endurance bib apart?

Castelli Endurance bibs and shorts feature Castelli's proprietary Energia and Action fabrics.
Energia is a Power Lycra with horizontal stretch that supports the muscles and aids in recovery. LycraPower® has been scientifically proven to:

Reduce muscle vibration, greatly reducing muscular fatigue - enabling a higher level of performance for longer periods, relative to unstabilized muscles

Improves cardiovascular efficiency - by increasing blood flow to the heart and reducing the production of lactic acid in muscle tissue.

Aids in the recovery of damaged muscles by reducing swelling, and increasing oxygen flow to area of injury.

Energia fabric also has a ribbed knit surface that aids with aerodynamics. Like a golf ball, irregular surface technology improves aerodynamics and is used in cycling clothing to help riders slice through the wind.

Action fabric is a 210 gram microdenier PowerLycra with an 80% Nylon and 20% Lycra blend. The strength of Action fabric lies in it's soft feel against the skin, providing complete comfort, combined with it's high abrasion resistance and the durability this provides. This is particularly useful in the saddle contact area of the short.

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BicyclingHub.com Castelli Bib Sizing Chart

Size Height

Small 5'2" to 5'4"

Medium 5'5" to 5'8"

Large 5'9 to 6'0"

X-Large 6'1" to 6"2"

XX-Large 6'3" to 6'4"

Manufacturer's Sizing Chart - shown in centimeters
Some bib short buying tips from us here at BicyclingHub.com:

If you're already a convert then you'll probably know exactly what we're talking about! Many who start using bibs say that they will never look back - sounds like what we all used to say about pedals when clipless were first introduced. Bib shorts are found by most, if not all, to be the most comfortable option for a riding short - but of course this relies heavily on getting the fit right. Lack of a waistband and the fact that the bib straps serve to hold the shorts up and in proper position contribute to the comfort factor. You will notice that our sizing charts for bib shorts give height as the measure that you should use. Of course, some people will have a shorter torso and some longer, but we still find height to be the best measure - it is paramount to get the bib strap length right in order to get the optimum fit. Too long and the strap will be loose and not hold the shorts up and in position effectively. Too short and this could prove uncomfortable, pulling the short up too tightly and the straps potentially cutting in on the shoulders.

Something also to consider is that it is okay for the bib straps to feel just a little tight in the standing position, and in actual fact this is probably best, as when you are in true riding position this should slacken a little. You may find that after a few uses, the shorts will loosen up a bit as well. We suggest when you first try on the bib shorts, you try and re-create this riding position if you can - perhaps pretend you are on the bike and adopt the crouch position - or get on the bike on the indoor trainer or just pop down the driveway on your bike. (Don't be tempted to keep going though unless you are sure of the fit, as we cannot accept exchanges that have been ridden in!)

As with most clothing items, there can be a considerable variance in the sizing across different brands and this is apparent in cycling apparel as well. The most common variance is that between continental European sizing and true to American sized product - for example a pair of large Pearl Izumi shorts will come up a whole size bigger than a pair of Castelli's in large. We have a wide knowledge, and experience, of how different brands fit and can advise on these variances. Of course if you have any questions regarding sizing, we here at BicyclingHub.com will be more than happy to help you find what will work best for you.

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