Castelli Unlimited Jersey Review
When it comes to cycling jerseys, Castelli is a name that stands out and for good reason, Castelli is the clothing brand of choice that many aspire to wear and own. Castelli Jerseys especially have an excellent reputation not only with recreational riders, but also world class athletes.
The Castelli Unlimited Jersey is no exception. In this review, we’ll take a look at its features, performance, and overall value to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your next ride.
Material, Comfort And Fit
The Castelli Unlimited Jersey is constructed from a combination of polyamide and elastane, providing a perfect balance of durability, elasticity, and comfort. These materials have been mainstays for Castelli for many years now, and have been proven to do a great job.
The fabric is lightweight and breathable, making it ideal for long rides in varying temperatures. The seams are flat-locked, which minimises chafing and enhances the jersey's overall comfort and sleek appearance.
This jersey is rammed with great features, there’s mesh panels on the sides for enhanced ventilation, the material mentioned above wicks away sweat from your body, this jersey also has a full length zip and feels great unzipped when descending on warm summer days. There’s also the usual Castelli rear pockets and elastic grippers to keep the jersey fitting comfortably and looking great.
The Unlimited Jersey offers a race fit, meaning it’s tailored to be snug against your body to reduce drag and improve aerodynamics. However, Castelli has designed it to be slightly more forgiving than their pro-level jerseys, making it suitable for a broader range of body types, so it’s no problems for a dad bod! The fabric’s stretchiness also ensures that it fits comfortably without restricting movement, so you can feel confident wearing this jersey both on and off the bike.
True to Castelli's reputation, the Unlimited Jersey is stylish and really cool. It’s available in several colour options, including classic black and vibrant colour schemes like red and blue. The minimalist design, adorned with the iconic Castelli scorpion logo, gives it a great, serious look.
Castelli Unlimited Jersey First Impressions
We have been getting to grips with jersey for a few months now, wearing it across both spring and summer conditions, we have even been caught in a downpour in this jersey! This jersey excels in various riding conditions and we have worn this jersey when riding on the roads, but also when riding gravel.
The breathable fabric and mesh panels keep you cool on hot days, while the moisture-wicking properties ensure you stay dry, when we got caught in the aforementioned downpour - it dried quickly too.
The full-length zipper offers additional ventilation control, allowing you to adjust as needed on the go. Whether you’re climbing steep hills or racing down descents, the Castelli Unlimited Jersey performs really well.