Castelli is committed to innovation and sustainability in elite cycling with AirCore technology

Castelli is driving the future of elite cycling with its cutting-edge AirCore technology, crafted to deliver unparalleled performance, breathability, and environmental responsibility. Find out how technical materials can improve performance.

The evolution of elite cycling extends well beyond the bike and training plan. Nowadays, technical gear plays a crucial role in how athletes adapt, perform and recover.

Castelli has recently reinforced its position as the official supplier of professional cycling gear by renewing its partnership with Soudal Quick-Step and AG Insurance-Soudal for another three seasons. This commitment to continuity reflects a clear strategy of investing in innovative sports apparel that directly impacts performance.

At the heart of this evolution lies Polartec's AirCore technology, a solution designed to enhance breathability, thermal protection and moisture management without the use of permanent PFAS chemicals. This breakthrough sits at the intersection of athletic performance and sustainability in cycling - two issues that are becoming increasingly important in this sector.

In the world of professional cycling, equipment is no longer a secondary consideration. Today, it influences critical factors such as:

• Aerodynamics;

• Thermoregulation during exercise;

• The athlete’s energy efficiency;

• Comfort over long distances.

Every detail can lead to small gains that, at the highest level, can make all the difference and contribute to success, setting us apart.

The updated team kits also feature electric green accents, designed to improve visibility in road cycling - a factor directly linked to cyclists’ safety, both in training and in competition.

This shift confirms a clear trend: elite cycling is moving towards an integrated model that combines technology, sustainability and performance. Being fast is no longer enough; one must also be efficient, consistent and responsive to current needs.

The message for athletes and cyclists is clear: understanding how equipment affects performance is just as important as adjusting your bike setup or planning your workouts.

At iBIKE Studio, we analyse these factors from a wide-ranging perspective, since performance depends not on a single element, but on how they all interact with one another.

Find out how to improve your performance and efficiency here.