Michel Kreder strikes again with a double victory and leaders jersey in the Tour Méditerranéen.
In cold and windy conditions, Kreder was fully aero and protected from the elements wearing the aerodynamic Gabba WS Jersey when crossing the line La Onde Les Maures today. Saving energy on harsh conditions can be crusial when pushing for the line of glory. Read the rest of this entry »
Castelli captures the majesty of Italian cycling in glorious high definition video, as seen through the story of the storied clothing manufacturer. From the roads of suffering that lead their riders to the podium, to the combination of cutting-edge technology and old-world craftsmanship that makes the company unique, the film pays homage to the majesty of the Giro d’Italia. Read the rest of this entry »
Its not only the UCI WorldTour riders that are searching for an innovative edge when pushing for the line of glory. Former Indianapolis 500 and Formula One driver Alex Zanardi took up competition in handbiking after he suffered a violent accident at the EuroSpeedway Lausitz, Germany, race track in 2001 that resulted in the amputation of his legs. Read the rest of this entry »
We finally found the perfect day to really test the Gabba WS Jersey in ridiculous conditions. Andrew Reed was over from the States for our Castelli global creative conference and he really wanted to ride the Mortirolo. The forecast was for driving rain, but we couldn’t really let that stop us, could we?
Sure enough, the climb was tough but the fun came along when the skies just opened up on us about 2km from the top. Fortunately we had our Gabba jackets that use a new 4-way stretch Windstopper to provide stretchy breathable protection from wind and cold, but as a short sleeve cut that prevents heat build-up when riding hard. Read the rest of this entry »
When do you really know that a product is REALLY good. Well for me the ultimate endorsement is when a Pro pays to use a non-sponsored product.
Check out Brajkovic with the Gabba LS Jersey. The weather for Stage 3 of Volta a Catalunya was shocking with rain, sleet, snow and cold temperatures. The stage was won by Janez Brajkovic (Astana) from a group of three riders.
Saving energy in harsh conditions can be crusial when pushing for the line of glory. The 29 year-old Slovenian rider was fully protected from the elements wearing the aerodynamic Gabba LS Jersey Read the rest of this entry »
The Castelli Body Paint bibshorts are partially the result of feedback from the race team, and up close there’s no denying this is a high-end performance piece. They’re a warm weather garment with a very low cut front and a nice airy mesh in back between the straps.
The main body of the shorts is cut from a single piece of lycra, which is stretchy enough to conform to most bodies and eliminates the need for multi-panels and added seams that can chafe or unravel. It also makes for a smoother fit, which any aerodynamisist worth his weight in smoke trails will confirm creates less airflow turbulence and therefore less drag. (Which should make you faster). Read the rest of this entry »
Castelli was back in the wind tunnel yesterday focusing again on London 2012, but this time with particular attention on the Paralympics with former world champion Fabrizio Macchi. Fabrizio spent the entire day testing equipment and positioning including some innovative new fabrics and patterning specific for his special needs. Read the rest of this entry »
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Video 1: The images tells everything, what a great video with Christophe Le Mével.
Video 2: Chris Vande Velde – beautiful scenery and motivational training. Read the rest of this entry »
Slipstream Sports unveils 2012 team kit and new sponsor.
Slipstream Sports, today announced it will become Team Garmin-Barracuda with the addition of Barracuda Networks as a new sponsor of the team.
The 2012 team jersey and shorts retain the distinctive Garmin logo while adding the Barracuda logo, and the signature Slipstream Sports argyle is prominently displayed. Cervélo will continue as a key partner and the official bicycle supplier of the team. Read the rest of this entry »
