Rapha's Guide to Staying Dry - Women's

Rapha Guide to Staying Dry - Women

Preparation is the best solution to riding in the rain. Wet bodies lose heat faster than they dry, and cold bodies don’t work efficiently. Follow our guide to cover up for whatever the weather can muster.

25 September 2021

SUGGESTIONS FOR COLD WEATHER

TAKE A JACKET

Layers are crucial, but when the heavens open none of them are worth a thing without a quality waterproof jacket to protect you. Our range has jackets to suit all riders, from the staple Core Rain Jacket to our latest GORE-TEX jackets, built for the worst conditions.

KEEP YOUR CORE WARM

Keeping warm in the rain is of paramount importance. We use a range of proprietary merino wool blends in our jerseys and base layers to help insulate the body while allowing excess heat and moisture to escape.

SPIN YOUR LEGS

You might feel the cold more elsewhere, but it’s crucial to keep your legs protected. Many of our winter bib shorts and bib tights have wind and water resistant panels, to keep your muscles warm and working hard in the worst weather. Warm legs work best.

Cycling Jerseys for Wet Weather

CONSIDERATIONS IN WARM WEATHER

WATERPROOFING

If nothing else, a waterproof jacket is essential. From our durable, water repellent (DWR) outerwear to the proprietary Shadow range, Rapha has your back.

BREATHABILITY

Carefully chosen fabrics from the world’s best mills are used in our range of garments that keep water out while remaining breathable.

TEMPERATURE REGULATION

Riding hard in the rain can leave you clammy and lead to discomfort. Rapha’s wet weather products include laser cut ventilation holes to allow heat and moisture to escape.

WHAT TO WEAR

Each of our collections is designed for a different kind of riding. Whether you’re looking to race through the storms or forge on regardless of the forecast, browse the outfits below for technical garments that are tailored to wet conditions.

OUR FULL WET-WEATHER RANGE

To browse all of our collections together and compare side-by-side, take a look at our full wet-weather range.

Cycling Jerseys for Wet Weather

INSULATED JERSEYS

From thick long sleeve jerseys for deep winter exploring, to fleece-backed thermal jerseys for fast-paced training and racing.

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Cycling Jackets for Wet Weather

PACKABLE LAYERS

Browse our range of packable waterproof jackets and gilets.

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Cycling Shorts Cycling Bib Shorts for Autumn

BEST OF BIBS

Browse our world-leading range, including race-ready insulated bibs for your fastest wet-weather rides.

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Cycling accessories for Wet Weather arm warmers leg warmers

WET-WEATHER ACCESSORIES

From gloves, to performance arm and leg warmers, to rainproof essentials cases, we’ve got everything you need for your next ride in the rain.

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