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About Sportwool
The Rapha jersey is made from Sportwool, the best fabric for keeping you cool and dry on long rides in the saddle. Cyclists sweat a lot. So the key function for cycle jerseys is to wick moisture away from the skin and disperse it from the garment. This regulates body temperature leaving you cool in summer and warm in winter. As the name suggests, Sportwool is based on Merino wool (the favour…
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Product Testing on the TOC
The Tour of California really is what its name suggests, a tour. A week of riding, averaging 100 miles a day in the most culturally, socially and geographically diverse state in the country. Everyday exposed to a staggering range of climates and topography. That it's held in February, a decidedly winter month, only compounds the difficulties of dressing properly – for comfort, performance and ul…
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Autumn Winter 2009 Range Preview
Rapha is proud to introduce its exciting new range for Autumn/Winter 2009. Combining technical innovation with Rapha's trademark styling, the new collection covers every aspect of the upcoming season. From high-performance roadwear designed for the technical demands of elite racing, to sophisticated tailoring for the urban dandy, Rapha continues to raise the bar for riding apparel and accessories.…
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Classics Pack
With their iconic design, these are three of Rapha's most popular products: The Rapha Sportwool™ Jersey has received numerous plaudits since it was first launched in 2004. The design has now been updated to ensure it remains the finest cycling jersey money can buy. The jersey comes with fleece-backed roubaix armwarmers. Buy separately: Classic Sportwool Jersey »classic-jersey-09/ …
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Breaking Away with Mellow Johnny's
Crystal Frontier" by Calexico "www.casadecalexico.comww.casadecalexico.com/ July 12, 2009 Austin, Texas By the time the temperature hit 100º we had already been outside for hours. Setting up folding chairs, making sure the pop up tents were in place, that at least the DJ had some shade. It was almost unthinkable that people would actually be racing their bikes in heat like this. Something …
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Winter Training Bundle
A selection of Rapha products to keep you riding through the colder months. This versatile cycling jersey is the perfect choice for long autumn and winter training rides. A high-performance bicycling garment, the jersey is made from Sportwool™. With a rich merino base, Sportwool™ not only offers maximum comfort on the bike but also has a far superior wicking capability to more synthetic …
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In The News
Quote of the Week: bq. If you're ready for an indulgence that won't disappoint, treat yourself to some Rapha" I feel like I might be a just a little behind on all of this, but it is nice to see some mention from people around the interweb world. "William Yan and the Gentleman's Capilliamyan.com/blog/2009/10/5/headwear-rapha-gentlemans-polka-dot-cap.html Looking through Willia…
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D2R2
I'd been hearing about the fabled D2R2 for a couple of years before I actually had the chance to do the ride. The stuff of legend, stories were passed around like folklore at a couple of the local bike shops where I was working. Dirt roads for over 100 miles" is what one person said. "You simply cannot do this ride on a road bike" was another sentiment. But it was really more about how they sai…
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The Merino Base Layer
Depending on which end of the Planet you reside, presently you will be gearing up for either winter or summer conditions. Excitement or despair… Whatever the weather, most riders will know the value of wearing a base layer. The Rapha Merino Base Layerww.rapha.cc/merino-base-layers/ helps to regulate body temperature and transfer moisture away from the skin on both scorching hot and freezing cold…
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Knitted Hat
Made from 100 merino wool, Rapha’s Knitted Hat offers great comfort and protection on the coldest days out on the bike. Styled in a traditional Belgian shape, the hat has a knitted peak and a ribbed earband. Featuring a contrast stripe, the earband can be worn up or down depending on the conditions. Additional details include a Rapha logo tab on the rear, while the inside of the hat has a sof…
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