Castelli claim that these shorts have ‘the most comfortable seat pad on the planet’, well that depends on personal taste of course, but we can confirm the technical properties are pretty special. The multi-density padding focuses on protection and cushioning and there’s extra where it’s needed most. Airflow and evaporation are integral to the Progetto X2 Air Seat Pad’s ability to keep you dry and hygienic for longer, the seamless pad has an anti-bacteriostatic layer too.

Best of all, the soft touch Body Paint fabric and engineered knit fabric construction of the bib and legs means fewer seams and greater comfort on the bike.

Price: £175.00, available from Castelli.