The Castelli Men’s Competizione Bib Short incorporates as much technology as possible from the top-of-the-line pro-level race shorts at a more accessible price. And although it’s certainly capable of weekend racing it’s also a great comfort performance short even if you never pin on a number. The main Vortex textured fabric and the Giro4 leg gripper come straight from the top Free Aero Race 4 Bibshort while the KISS Air2 seat pad has most of the comfort of a top seat pad but represents the maximum value. The intangible part that you’ll appreciate most is Castelli’s knack for building in perfect fit at every price point. This is the short that brings the best of Castelli’s know-how in building comfort performance shorts into an accessible product in your cycling wardrobe.