Classic Softshell Jacket

“A thing of beauty,” according to The Times. “The best road jacket money can buy,” said Cycling Plus. This high-performance cycling jacket is designed for tough winter road riding. Windproof, water resistant and highly breathable.

The ultimate cycling jacket

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A high-performance jacket for tough winter road riding. Originally launched in 2004 – and part of the Rapha range ever since – today it is acknowledged as the world’s finest road riding jacket. Conceived as an all-day outer shell that was windproof, highly breathable (and didn’t involve fluorescent Lycra), the jacket has won numerous plaudits and the latest incarnation includes improved cuff bindings. Versatile enough to be worn in all but the warmest conditions, if you’re looking for the one Rapha product to start restocking your riding wardrobe, this is it.

Key features

• Water-resistant membrane
• Highly breathable
• 100% windproof
• Side-panel construction for superior fit
• Three large rear pockets keep loads stable
• Reinforced shoulder pad
• Zipped underarm vents to help regulate body temperature
• Drop down rear storm flap with saddle grip
• Offset zip for comfortable layering over jerseys
• Bite grip

Read about the Softshell on the Rapha Blog »

“It is the cut that sets it apart… no wonder it looks more at home on the pages of GQ than Cycling Monthly.”
The Daily Telegraph (London)

“[Proof that] bike gear needn’t commit crimes against fashion.”
The Independent (London)