Castelli Velocissima Bib Short – Women’s

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Castelli Velocissima Bib Short – Women’s and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 77 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.2 stars 
Expert Rating: 3 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 40

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • Comfortable for all-day use.
  • Breathable for use during long rides in hot weather conditions.
  • The leg grips prevent the bib from moving while cycling.

Expert Reviews

  • Lightweight for all-day comfort.
  • Very breathable for use in hot temperatures.
  • The color accents are stylish and sleek for an aesthetic look.
  • Features vertical leg grippers to help keep the short in place during use.
  • The material prevents chaffing for use during hot days.
  • Features reinforced seams for ample durability.
  • The waist sits comfortably against your skin without chaffing or digging in.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • The two seams at the back of the legs are not flat, and can rub some users’ legs.
  • The sizing is off, and you may need to size-up to get the right fit.

Expert Reviews

  • The shoulder straps are tight and not very comfortable for long rides.
  • At the high end of the price spectrum when compared to other similar choices.
  • The chamois is thin and not padded, making it uncomfortable for sitting during enduro rides.

Summary:

The Castelli Velocissima Bib Short for women is a lightweight, breathable, and comfortable option that works well for all-day use. Despite having some issues with the sizing and thin chamois, this bib short can work well for endurance rides in hot weather due to the ample ventilation.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2.