Castelli continues to offer new products and now it's the turn of the new Do.Di.Ci jacket. A technical garment also designed to offer the best breathability, it does so thanks to the new Ristretto technology that raises the bar for optimized airflow. The Do.Di.Ci jacket is the ideal product for high intensity rides when the cyclist constantly pushes himself beyond his limits. This also puts a strain on clothing. This means the wearer won't have to compromise on comfort in cool, dry conditions.
Jacket or shirt?
The concept that has always divided, on a technical level in cycling, the jersey and the jacket is now becoming increasingly blurred. Do.Di.Ci. is designed and engineered to be used when temperatures fluctuate between 8 and 15 degrees centigrade.Ristretto technology protects the torso from wind and cold, providing an effective shield that is also capable of evaporating sweat, 12 times more effectively than the Gabba jacket.
Castelli collaborated closely with ITTTAI to develop the Ristretto technologyTo do this, they combined ITTTAI's experience to create a new fabric (Ristretto) without PFAS contamination.
“There has never been a product like the Do.Di.Ci jacket,” said Steve Smith, Global Brand Manager of Castelli that holds the top spot. "Not only joys, in this journey there have also been some defeats that have burned, like the one at the Giro, which vanished in a few moments on the Finestre we consider the spiritual heir of the Gabba for the way in which many people have used this product.The original Gabba was created for professional cyclists racing in the rain, but given its phenomenal success, we're seeing many riders using it in conditions it wasn't designed for: cool and dry. We have thus designed and built the Do.Di.Ci. which excels in such conditions».
Windproof and breathable
Ristretto is a name capable of immediately highlighting its qualities. In fact, its ability to limit the amount of air allows for a product that performs the functions of a windbreaker. but with the ability to guarantee perfect breathability. This will prevent heat buildup inside the Do.Di.Ci jacket.
The numbers speak for themselves, because the air permeability of this new product signed Castelli reaches three cubic feet per minute. Despite this, it is one of the most breathable jackets in the autumn/winter 2025 collection. Castelli.
Available in men's and women's versions, with a short-sleeved option for men, Do.Di.Ci.'s Ristretto fabric is extremely stretchy with a close-to-the-body fit that isn't restrictive.
The Do.Di.Ci. jacket uses the YKK Vislon zipper, which allows for easy sliding in any situation. The classic-cut back pockets allow you to carry various objects, even heavy ones. For added safety, reflective edges have been inserted at the bottom of the pocket for greater visibility.
Recommended price: €229,95 for the long-sleeved version and €199,95 for the short-sleeved version.
