Castelli confronto

[outlash]

Unexpectedly been given a bit of money to spend at Castelli Cafe and the confronto jacket rather took my eye: http://www.castellicafe.co.uk/castelli-confronto-waterproof-jacket?var=3768

Anyone own one and what's your experience of it?

TIA.

 

[Darcy]

I also found myself with a bit of extra cash recently, and after buying cycle clothing from the the likes of Wiggle and Evans, usually their own brand. I decided that I would treat myself to a Castelli Gabba jacket and some bib shorts. Firstly Castelli clothing is on the small side, so you will need to go up a size, but I have to say the quality and feel of Castelli clothing is first class and you will not regret paying a bit extra for Castelli. I was so impressed that I placed a second order for another pair of bib shorts, a jersey and a couple of pairs of socks.

There are lots of sales on at the moment so shop around, I did, and managed to get good discounts. There are some people who like to criticise those that ride in Castelli, I really don't understand why, I say if you have a bit of extra cash then buy the jacket that you like and ignore the haters. You will not regret the quality and feel of your Castelli jacket.

 

[outlash]

Thank you, but I've got a few Castelli bits and I was specifically looking for opinions on this particular jacket.

 

[downfader]

The jacket is a softshell fabric - it will keep you dry/warm on moderate length rides. After a little while some softshells can tend to smell a bit. Lots of reviewers seem to rate this one though https://rideonmagazine.com.au/8-jackets-tested-and-rated/

 

[bpsmith]

@Darcy is spot on and I too can't understand why people criticise. People are funny creatures.

If you like Castelli, and have the cash, then enjoy!

 

[outlash]

The jacket is a softshell fabric - it will keep you dry/warm on moderate length rides. After a little while some softshells can tend to smell a bit. Lots of reviewers seem to rate this one though https://rideonmagazine.com.au/8-jackets-tested-and-rated/

Yeah I spotted that, it's the only real review I can find. My concern is the claim of being totally waterproof and 'breathable'. I have water resistant jackets and a near-as-dammit waterproof shell, I do fancy a waterproof jacket. As much as this is pretty much a free gift, I don't want to waste it.

 

[Kevoffthetee]

Did you get the jacket in the end? I've just come across it and the promise of total waterproofness And breatheability Seems too good to turn down

 

[outlash]

Decided not to in the end, spent the money on nanoflex bib knicks instead.

 

[downfader]

Decided not to in the end, spent the money on nanoflex bib knicks instead.

Yeah they're really great. Water beads off them quite well IIRC

 

[smutchin]

Look at the spec:
"Torrent 2L stretch fabric with 10000mm water column waterproofness and 8000 mvp breathability"

Those numbers suggest very good waterproofing but only moderate breathability - probably OK as long as you're not riding very hard.

I'd say it looks like an excellent rain jacket for the price though.

 

[Drago]

Don't get too hung up on breathability. Even the finest most advanced breathable fabrics, a) aren't all that brilliant, and b) have a breatheability functional half life of under a hundred hours of use, much less in some cases.