MAILLOT JAUNE PERFETTO JACKET

The project started with a blank piece of paper in the Castelli product development office and a curious question: “What does the modern-day cyclist really need to achieve maximum performance in cold conditions?” We pushed our partner Polartec® to go beyond, and together we developed a fabric technology with the modern-day cyclist at its core. Polartec® AirCore™ is a revolutionary PFAS-free, electrospun, semi-air-permeable membrane that protects cyclists riding in cool conditions with the possibility of light showers. With our continued focus on improvement, the exclusive Polartec® AirCore™ fabric now features a new 219 g weight, giving the Perfetto 4 added warmth and protection while maintaining the breathability needed when the effort increases. The result is our most advanced all-condition fabric technology, developed to perform across the changing demands of a ride. The Perfetto Jacket has always been instantly identifiable on the road. For this special version, that unmistakable Castelli identity meets the visual language of the Maillot Jaune collection, bringing one of our most technically advanced jackets to the Tour de France. The iconic shoulder taping has been updated with a modern look and feel, using transparent chameleon tape that allows the main body fabric to show through. The Polartec® AirCore™ fabric works harder and smarter as your effort increases, removing the need for the traditional zippered ventilation openings. The Perfetto 4 also features a reimagined ergonomic splash tail, effectively guarding the rider against road spray. With a nostalgic nod to our original Gabba, metal drainage holes have been added to the rear pockets. Finished with distinctive Maillot Jaune branding, this version brings the latest in Castelli all-condition fabric technology to the world's greatest race.