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Last Sunday saw a Rapha Women's 100 training ride in the UK in the hilly Peak District for a tough 65km in preparation for the forthcoming ride in July. Nonnas Italian restaurant in Chesterfield acted as a perfectly-Giro inspired rider HQ, with splashes of Rosa and tricolore welcoming the ladies who enjoyed traditional Italian coffees and pastries before rolling out with the Jaguar support car containing both soigneur and mechanic.
Photos by - Jason Perry
In the days leading up to a big ride such as the Rapha Women's Prestige you try to make sure that everything has been accounted for: the bicycle has been properly tuned; new tires have been installed (maybe a little wider than normal to take into account those notorious gravel sections); the derailleurs have been fine tuned; and the bike is nice and clean. Then there is your body: requisite training time in the saddle logged; stretching program followed; and the diet has been focused. It all culminates now, the starting time that sends you and your team into the wilds together. To stay together, to finish together, everything has to be just right.
Souplesse Jersey
$195.00
Women's Lightweight Jersey
$175.00
Women's Base Layer
$85.00
Women's Short Sleeve Merino Jersey
$165.00
Women's Classic Wind Jacket
$270.00
Women's Classic Bib Shorts
$220.00
Polka Dot Silk Scarf
$70.00
Team Sky Women's Bib Shorts
$220.00
Women's Classic Jersey
$205.00
Women's Long Sleeve Jersey
$210.00
Women's Rain Jacket
$295.00
Women's Classic Softshell Jacket
$375.00
