In this final episode of the year, we explore the full story of the Gabba — one of the most influential innovations in cycling apparel history.

From a brutal Classics race in 2010 that changed how the peloton raced in cold and wet conditions, to the latest evolution, the Gabba R, this episode traces how a single idea became a category-defining product.

Recorded after a wind-tunnel session in Milan, this episode features Kasper Asgreen, who shares real-world testing insights from training and racing in some of the harshest conditions imaginable.

We break down the aero data, explain how the Gabba R can be faster than an aero jersey or even a road suit in certain positions, and dive into the technology behind its waterproof, breathable, and highly elastic construction.

Cycling history, marginal gains, and real performance — all in one episode.

Happy New Year, and enjoy the ride.

–– LINKS ––

Kasper Asgreen

https://www.instagram.com/k_asgreen

Gabba R White Paper

https://mvc.canto.com/b/QQDJ6

The Gabba Story 🎧

https://podcasts.apple.com/it/podcast/castelli-cycling-podcast/id1669906821?l=en-GB&i=1000629549953

The Gabba R Collection

https://www.castelli-cycling.com/gabba-r

–– CHAPTERS ––

00:00 Intro

01:08 Why the Gabba changed cycling

01:37 The race that started it all

03:29 Before vs after Gabba

04:56 Cycling’s game changers

06:26 Introducing the Gabba R

06:55 Why Kasper Asgreen tested it

09:20 Wind-tunnel testing

09:55 Kasper’s first Gabba

12:07 First ride impressions

13:18 Faster than a jersey?

14:18 Real-world rain testing

16:16 Aero results

18:35 Energy savings

19:21 Fit & versatility

21:21 Pocket design

23:05 Performance recap

23:53 Technology explained

28:06 Final thoughts

– HOST –

Søren Jensen, Global Marketing Manager at Castelli, has worked for this iconic brand since 2006. He usually rides backroads and dirt trails, testing new gear in the Italian Dolomites. If you can't find him there, check the Castelli Headquarters in Fonzaso.

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