When temperatures start to drop, continuing to ride well doesn't depend on motivation alone. It depends above all on the right clothing.
The new range Castelli Fall/Winter 2026 has arrived from Cicli Drigani with a complete selection of technical garments for road cycling, gravel and off-season training: windproof jackets, thermal jackets, vests, long-sleeve jerseys, winter bib tights, gloves, arm warmers, leg warmers and toe covers.
It's not simply about "dressing heavier."
The real goal is to ride better: stay dry, avoid temperature swings, protect yourself from wind and moisture, maintain freedom of movement and avoid overheating when intensity rises.
And this is exactly where the new Castelli garments make the difference.
Why update your cycling clothing even if the old stuff isn't worn out yet
Many cyclists change bikes, wheels, tires or components with great care, but too often put off updating their technical clothing.
Yet a jacket, a pair of bib tights or a pair of gloves from a new generation can radically change the quality of your ride.
The reasons are concrete:
- better breathability during intense efforts
- greater protection from wind, cold and light rain
- more elastic and comfortable fabrics in the riding position
- tighter cuts, less flapping and more aerodynamic
- more advanced chamois for long distances
- lighter, more compact and easier-to-layer accessories
- greater safety thanks to reflective details and more visible finishes
An old garment may still be "intact," but no longer offer the same level of protection, elasticity and moisture management. In autumn and winter you feel it immediately: one descent, one stop, one damp stretch or a change of pace is enough to understand how much proper layering matters.
Castelli Perfetto 4: the versatile jacket for wind, cold, and changeable weather
The Castelli Perfetto 4 is one of the most interesting new additions to the autumn/winter range: a technical jacket designed for variable conditions, cool days, wind and light rain.
Its strength is the balance between protection and breathability. It's not just about blocking the cold, but keeping your body at temperature even when intensity changes: climbs, descents, stretches exposed to wind and moments when you push harder.
It's an ideal jacket for those who ride often in autumn and mild winter, tackle rolling routes or want a single garment to use in many different situations. Compared to an old jacket that's too heavy or not breathable enough, the Perfetto 4 lets you ride drier, more comfortably and with fewer temperature swings.
If you're looking for a Castelli windproof jacket, a autumn winter cycling jacket, a breathable road bike jacket or a technical garment to keep training when the weather becomes variable, the Perfetto 4 is one of the most concrete references of the new season.
Castelli Espresso 2 Jacket: comfort, protection, and style for cool rides
The Castelli Espresso 2 Jacket is designed for those seeking a comfortable, technical and versatile cycling jacket, less extreme in feel than the more racing-oriented garments, but still very effective on cool days.
It's the right garment for regular rides, long training sessions, road and gravel rides where comfort remains central. The modern fit, wind protection and good moisture management make it much more effective than an old rigid, heavy or poorly breathable winter jacket.
The Espresso 2 is ideal for those looking for a comfortable Castelli jacket, a winter cycling jacket for training, a garment suitable for road and gravel or a technical solution to ride well even when the weather is uncertain.
Castelli Sweetspot: for intense training on cool days
The Castelli Sweetspot was created for high-intensity training on cool days, when the problem isn't just protecting yourself from the cold, but above all avoiding overheating.
It's the perfect garment for those who ride hard, do specific workouts, tackle climbs at a sustained pace or want a more breathable jacket than classic winter garments. The Sweetspot sits exactly halfway between a thermal jersey and a more protective jacket: more coverage than a jersey, more breathable than many traditional jackets.
For those looking for a high intensity cycling jacket, a breathable Castelli jacket, a garment for autumn bike training or a technical solution to ride hard in the off-season, Sweetspot is a very interesting choice.
Castelli Perfetto 2 Vest: the vest that multiplies your options
The Castelli Perfetto 2 Vest is one of the smartest garments to have in your technical wardrobe.
A vest doesn't replace a winter jacket, but it lets you transform a long-sleeve jersey or a thermal jersey into a much more versatile setup. It protects the torso, leaves total freedom for the arms and allows you to better manage rides with variable temperatures.
It's ideal for morning starts, descents, headwinds, cool days and situations where you need protection without excessive heat. Over a thermal jersey in autumn or in your pocket when the weather may change, it becomes one of those garments you use much more often than you'd think.
For those looking for a Castelli windproof vest, a lightweight winter cycling vest or a compact garment for road and gravel, the Perfetto 2 Vest is a strategic choice.
Castelli thermal jerseys: the key layer for mid-season and mild winter
The new selection also includes long-sleeve jerseys designed to build the right layering system.
The Castelli Competizione Long Sleeve is a long-sleeve jersey ideal for autumn, mild winter and rides where you prefer to pair a thermal jersey with a vest instead of going straight to a jacket.
The Castelli Ventra Thermal Women's is instead designed to offer warmth, comfort and a specific women's fit on cool days.
In both cases the advantage is clear: a modern thermal jersey isn't just about warming you, but about managing moisture better. This reduces the feeling of cold after a climb, during a descent or in phases when intensity drops.
They're perfect garments for those looking for a thermal cycling jersey, a Castelli long sleeve jersey, a bike jersey for autumn and mild winter or a technical layer to pair with vests and jackets.
Castelli Espresso Bib Tights: thermal comfort for long rides
The lower body is often underestimated, but the right bib tights can make the difference between a comfortable ride and one compromised by cold, chafing or an inadequate chamois.
The Castelli Espresso 2 Bibtight is a long bib tight designed to offer warmth, elasticity and comfort on autumn and winter rides. It's ideal for those who ride for several hours, seek thermal protection and want a stable, comfortable garment even over long distances.
The Castelli Espresso Thermal Bibshort is instead a short thermal bib tight, perfect for autumn, spring and cool days, especially when paired with leg warmers.
For many cyclists this is one of the most effective combinations: short thermal bib tights + leg warmers for the off-season, long bib tights for colder days.
Those looking for a Castelli long bib tights, a winter cycling bib tight, a short thermal bib tight or a technical garment for long distances will find a very solid option in the Espresso line.
Castelli Perfetto RoS 2 Gloves: control even in cold, wind, and humidity
The hands are one of the first areas to suffer when the weather worsens. And when your hands are cold, comfort, sensitivity on the controls and safety all get worse.
The Castelli Perfetto RoS 2 Gloves are technical gloves designed to protect from wind, cold and moisture while maintaining a thin, low-bulk structure.
The advantage over old gloves that are too padded or imprecise is clear: more protection, but without losing control of the handlebar, brake levers and shifters.
They're ideal for those looking for Castelli winter gloves, windproof cycling gloves, bike gloves for autumn winter or a technical solution to ride when temperatures drop.
Arm warmers, leg warmers and toe covers: small garments, big difference
The new Castelli range available from Cicli Drigani also includes essential accessories to modulate protection during your ride.
The Castelli Pro Seamless 2 Arm Warmers are elastic, lightweight and compact arm warmers: they offer warmth without bulk and are perfect when the temperature changes during your ride.
The Castelli Pro Seamless 2 Leg Warmers add even more versatility, because they let you transform short bib tights into a much more protective setup for the off-season.
The Castelli Toe Thingy 3 instead protect the toe from cold and wind. They're used alone in the off-season or under a full shoe cover when more protection is needed.
They're simple accessories, but often decisive. They take up little space, cost less than a full garment and let you greatly expand the use of jerseys, bib tights and shoes you already own.
How to choose the new Castelli Fall/Winter garments
To build an effective technical wardrobe you don't need to buy everything. You need to choose well.
For cold and variable rides, the base can be a jacket like Perfetto 4 or Espresso 2.
For intense training and cool days, better to go with Sweetspot.
For maximum versatility, the Perfetto 2 Vest paired with a thermal jersey is an almost mandatory solution.
For your legs, the choice depends on the climate: Espresso 2 long for the cold, Espresso Thermal short with leg warmers for the off-season.
To complete the setup: gloves, arm warmers, leg warmers and toe covers let you adapt to the weather without dressing too much or too little.
The difference compared to old garments isn't just aesthetic. It's functional: riding dry, protected and comfortable means training better, riding more often and reducing that feeling of a "wasted day" that often comes from inadequate clothing.
Castelli Autumn/Winter available from Cicli Drigani
The new range Castelli Fall/Winter 2026 is available from Cicli Drigani, online and in store.
Whether you're looking for a Castelli winter jacket, a windproof vest, a thermal cycling jersey, a long bib tight, gloves, arm warmers, leg warmers or toe covers, you'll find a technical selection designed to tackle the new season with more comfort, protection and consistency.
Riding in autumn and winter isn't just about enduring the cold.
It means choosing the right garment, at the right time, to keep training well.
Discover the new collection Castelli Fall/Winter at ciclidrigani.it or come to the store to choose the size, fit and combination best suited to your way of riding.