Castelli

Endurance 3 Short - Men's

Poor quality stitching

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

L

Height:

5' 9"

Weight:

155

As others have mentioned, the stitching that holds the chamois pad in place is poor quality. Mine failed on two pairs or shorts after a handful of rides. Caution: If you notice a stray thread, don't ignore it as I did. I put the bibs away for the season, then began riding next season only to realize the entire seam was slowly unravelling. Upon contacting Backcountry I was informed my purchase was no longer eligible for Castelli warranty claims due to a 2 year max on claims.

Too Small

Familiarity:

I returned this product before using it

Have had Castelli shorts before and loved them and they fit well. These are listed as men's size XL they might as well be boys medium.

Well constructed

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

I'll keep the review short: upsize. I ordered XXL and it was even tight.

My fourth pair. Love 'em

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Yes, these fit snugly, because they are supposed to! If you are looking for lycra shorts that Taylor Swift wears, these are not for you. I have never owned a pair of "Pro-Level" bike shorts but I think these come pretty close for a medium level price. The padding is enough and stays in place. Everything I want out of a pair of bike shorts. I will order again.

Stitching on the Pad is a major problem

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

I bought three pairs of these shorts last year and after about 5-6 months of use the stitching on the inside pad detached on all three pairs and the gel pads slide out. The material and all else is incredibly comfortable and durable but the stitching is a major problem. You may only get a few months of use before this happens so at $140/pair you may consider trying something else.

Great short, great quality - runs small!

Familiarity:

I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

I ordered these for my husband and he is always a size large. These did NOT fit. I had to re-order an extra large but worth it for the quality and fit.

Sizing chart is a disaster

Purchased a large which should’ve been fine too small sent back for an extra large not much difference between the two sizes too small I don’t know if I will waste my time and do a xxl

A Big Disappointment

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Because previous reviews indicated that these shorts run small, I got Large rather than my usual Medium. The waist is too tight and the bottom of the shorts are loose on my legs. I am 5'8" and weigh 159lbs. The chamois isn't that great either. I would definitely not recommend these shorts.

Good successor to the Endurance 2

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

I'd say these fit true to size, but that assumes you are used to Castelli. I've had a pair of the Endurance 2 for a while and they've been great so I got a pair of these. The fit is similar, they feel a little tighter, but I'm guessing that my old ones are stretched. The waistband is the only noticeable difference, it's wider and flatter than the 2. Like the last version, they run small, but don't fit as tightly as the race cut like the Competizione (which don't fit me). I'm a short stocky guy (I wear small shorts but medium jerseys for my chest and shoulders), but they work for me. As far as fit: they are tight, they're compression shorts, and you are NOT going to simply step into them and pull them up. I honestly have to put them on in stages and get the cuffs set around my thighs before I get them all the way on. And you'll have to "position" pretty deliberately. Once on, I find them very comfortable although the chamois sometimes takes a few minutes of riding to settle in since it can move a little in its 'pouch'. So I definitely recommend them, just understand what you are getting.

Way tooooo small fit

I ordered XL which is my BIB sizing with most renowned brands to find out that the Short waist barely fits a thigh ! .... really small, I am a mortal like most amateur cyclist and don't have the Tour de France GC climbers waist ! XL should be mortals XL, I am not even sure is a XXXL (biggest size available) fits me, although my Pant/Jeans Waist is only 34". Whilst the sizing / reviews mention that it fits small, the sizing info states that an XL is a 34" waist, so it's beyond wrong and misleading ... very disappointing. Short quality is great which is expected from Castelli, sizing on the site is a disaster. very unhappy and I cannot return it as i am not in US for now.