Mon-Sat 8am-5pm PT
FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $50More info
JOIN OUR EMAIL LISTSign Up
Bike Tires Direct logo. Link to homepage.
Serving cyclists
since 2002
CLICK HERE to join our Email List and get 15% off your first order*
*Restrictions Apply. Click for details.
Castelli Mens Aria Shell Jacket

CastelliMen's Aria Shell Jacket(Return to Product Page)

Add your own review
(11 customer reviews)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 stars
(9)
(2)
(0)
(0)
(0)
(82%)
(18%)
(0%)
(0%)
(0%)

User submitted reviews

Review by Retroracer

Reviewed 1/15/2024
by Retroracer
Cycling Enthusiast
Toronto, ON
Value Rating
Overall Rating
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.
Nice Jacket. Order a size up.

Nice flap-free fit as advertised. I normally take a size L but went for XL as it will usure worn over a jersey and base layer. The larger size is a perfect fit with no flapping in the wind.

Thank you for your feedback.

Review by Sheriff

Reviewed 1/4/2021
by Sheriff
Cycling Enthusiast
Spokane, WA
Value Rating
Overall Rating
2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
I like the fitted cut of the jacket

Fit wells, I am have a athletic swimmer build at 195 lbs, 6'3" 44 chest. I ordered the XL, fits like a glove or a sausage sleeve, ha ha. I prefer the racing fit of cycling clothing.

I pop in it on after big climbs knowing the descent will be chilly. Also good with late afternoon fall/winter rides and the sun sets and temp drops quickly. It cuts the wind and chill to make it home.

Packs up in a small cinchable pocket to fit nicely in you jersey rear pocket. I get a lot of complements on the color, fit and style.

Thank you for your feedback.

Review by Joel

Reviewed 12/31/2020
by Joel
Columbia, South Carolina
Overall Rating
Nice light weight shell

I was originally looking for a replacement jacket for an older medium weight nylon one I have, but when I got this one I decided it was a good replacement for my light weight jacket. It's definitely a race fit size, but has a slight amount of stretch. I am 6'1" with a 38 inch chest and the large fit me pretty snuggly. Since it has more of a form fit, it does not vibrate in the wind nearly as much as my old jacket, and that's one of the best things I like about it. It also folds very tightly into a small Ziploc baggie that fits well in my back pocket. Finally, it does look good with a somewhat shiny gray appearance, so that helps me ride a little bit faster.

Thank you for your feedback.

Review by Darren

Reviewed 12/23/2022
by Darren
Fernie
Overall Rating
As advertised

Castellli delivers again. Some water protaction. Very little wind flapping. I enjoy this jacket for cool days.

Thank you for your feedback.

Review by Paul

Reviewed 10/11/2022
by Paul
Eugene
Overall Rating
Castelli Aria Jacket

Very light and packable. Nice tailored fit for fit people. No flapping in the wind. Quality zip. I ordered XL as Castelli sizes run small - it fits well - over another layer.

Thank you for your feedback.

Review by Anonymous

Reviewed 2/27/2021
by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
San Luis Obispo CA
Value Rating
Overall Rating
great breathable wind breaker

When the weather is cold and windy but not so cold that you need an insulated jacket. This works well over long sleeve jersey to keep the wind from penetrating to your core. The vents are large and keep the sweat under control. Then when it warms up (or there's a tailwind) it packs up very tight (smaller than most vests). It also fits very close to the body as advertised and there is NO flapping of the sleeves or back in the wind.

Thank you for your feedback.

Review by Anonymous

Reviewed 11/26/2023
by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
SF Bay Area, CA
Overall Rating
Flexible and packable

Excellent windbreaker for a lot of layering flexibility. Fits well for 5'9" 150 lbs, longish torso. I love that I can use it without arm warmers, or even with warmers inside or outside the sleeves. The windproof front layer blocks cold wind well, and the mesh panels are cut, stopping me from getting hot and sweaty. The mesh panels stretch over stuffed jersey pockets and nothing binds in a stretched out riding position. The silver gray is thankfully not super shiny like the product photo. It'll take up 2/3 of a jersey pocket and is tiny enough (3.3 oz!) to take to the ball game or traveling. No grippers, but waist and cuffs are elastic and they stay put.

Thank you for your feedback.

Review by Anonymous

Reviewed 3/14/2022
by Anonymous
NorCal
Overall Rating
Super lightweight, wind protection layer

Super light, stow anywhere (bike bag, jersey pocket, or even bib cargo pocket). Wind protection on the front, ventilation material on the under arms, back, and sides. Slim cut. Medium for me at 5'9" and 160 is super form fitting which is great to reduce the flapping. I would size up if you have plans of using this for anything other than cycling though as it's made for on-the-bars body position.

Thank you for your feedback.

Review by Anonymous

Reviewed 3/14/2022
by Anonymous
NorCal
Overall Rating
Super lightweight, wind protection layer

Super light, stow anywhere (bike bag, jersey pocket, or even bib cargo pocket). Wind protection on the front, ventilation material on the under arms, back, and sides. Slim cut. Medium for me at 5'9" and 160 is super form fitting which is great to reduce the flapping. I would size up if you have plans of using this for anything other than cycling though as it's made for on-the-bars body position.

Thank you for your feedback.

Review by TRGIII

Reviewed 11/23/2020
by TRGIII
new england
Overall Rating
2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.
Castelli Aria Shell

Super clean, lightweight shell cut for cycling.

Enjoy the stretch panels, silver color and simplicity in design. However, a minimal zippered pocket would be welcomed. Then again that would add weight,bulk. Bit pricey.

Thank you for your feedback.

Review by Ed

Reviewed 3/22/2021
by Ed
Los Angeles
Overall Rating
Great Jacket!

Great jacket! Love the fitted sizing. Works well on chilly mornings and easily folds to store when the weather warms up.

Thank you for your feedback.

We are committed to delivering outstanding value and service to our customers, every day.
Try us today to see why so many of our customers come back again and again.

*Orders received before 3:00PM Pacific time are shipped the same day (Mon-Fri). Orders over $50
are shipped free (USA only, excluding AK and HI). Some exceptions apply. See Shipping for details. 1

5741 NE 87th Ave (I-205 exit 23B) Portland, OR 97220 | 800-682-0570 | [email protected]