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The Pro Team Race Cape has long been at the leading edge of Rapha’s product technology. A perfectly cut waterproof cycling jacket that is both breathable and lightweight, it is loved by our professional riders who wear or have worn it in competition.

The jacket has a new and improved fabric that is lighter weight and more breathable, offering the same superior three-layer water protection as always. The cuffs and collar, formerly neoprene, are now constructed with a less bulky lightweight Shadow fabric, which keeps the water out without absorbing it.

The Race Cape has a tailored ‘race’ cut – you feel fast wearing it. Other technical features include reflective bars and logos all over the jacket, fully-taped seams for superior waterproofing, and an essentials pocket on the side. It also packs down into a compact bundle and fits in a jersey pocket. The ultimate race jacket.

N.B. To maintain and protect your waterproof products we recommend using Rapha Apparel Re-Proofer »

“Slim fitting, comfortable, versatile and light. A great bit of kit. 10/10.”

– Cycling Weekly

Details and Materials

  • Thinner back fabric lets body heat out
  • Vislon zip on cuffs for taking jacket off
  • Bonded strip on arms can be cut
  • Essentials pocket on left side
  • Three-piece sleeves improve fit
  • 68% polyester
  • 32% nylon

Fit

Pro Fit

For training and racing

Designed to fit close to the body, cut for an on-bike position. Applicable to our Pro Team and Souplesse ranges.

See Our Fit Guide

Sizing

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XS S M L XL XXL
Chest 85 91 97 103 108 114
Waist 70 75 81 87 93 99
Hips 87 92 98 104 110 115
Chest 33.5 36 38 40.5 42.5 45
Waist 27.5 29.5 32 34.5 36.5 39
Hips 34.5 36 38.5 41 43.5 45.5

HELP WITH MEASURING

HELP WITH MEASURING

1 CHEST

Using a tape measure, take the total measurement around the fullest part of your chest, holding the tape horizontally.

2 WAIST

Run the tape around the narrowest part of your waist holding the tape horizontally.

3 HIPS

Stand with your feet together and measure around the fullest point of the hip, keeping the tape measure horizontal.

4.7

4.7 / 5

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Care instructions

  • Machine wash – 30C
  • Wash with similar colours
  • Rinse well
  • Do not tumble dry
  • Do not bleach
  • Do not iron
  • Do not steam
  • Do not dry clean
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Workhorse jacket I bought the race cape just for wet rides but have used it more for a windshell in cold temps. It works beautifully in all conditions. I wear a merino base layer, Brevet long sleeve jersey and the race cape and I am comfy down to 30 degrees. The cut is ideal -- the sleeves are an ideal length and the cuff zips work well with long gloves. I wish Rapha would standardize the sleeve length. This jacket has perfect sleeve length but my Brevet jersey is too short in the sleeves. The slim cut of the race cap pretty much eliminates wind flapping and is extremely comfortable when in a riding position. Would highly recommend for all conditions.
Date published: 2016-11-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Expensive This is expensive! However, that said it is very good. Folks said a base layer and this would be fine and it is for me. Well made using some hi tech fabrics. Breathes well. You may still get a bit of moisture underneath but I think this is as good as it gets. The cuff zips are a nice touch. I bought a large as I'm not a slim Jim. I am 5'8" and 75kg with a 1cm layer of lard around chest and a very slight rubber tyre at my mid rift... ok maybe 30mm rather than 28mm tyre! Fits me perfectly all over inc arms. I wish you hadn't put Rapha logo on the neck line. Only time will tell if it lasts well but everything else I have from rapha
Date published: 2016-11-19
Rated 4 out of 5 by from At long last! A rain jacket that works. Very happy with this. After trying many jackets including the Rapha Rain Jacket which when worn, all felt like a sauna in a plastic bag, the Race Cape has really been a game changer for me. I'm an overheater and I breathe exceptionally well in this. Like to pair it with a Pro-Team Long sleeve base layer. Just the right temp. Adjustable zip cuffs are genius for squeezing gloves through then sealing the wrists shut. Wind proofing is superb. Not quite 5 -star as i really hoped the dropped back hemline would stay dropped when riding. It tends to rise up with or without full jersey pockets.
Date published: 2017-06-08
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Flawless! With Strade Bianche fast-approaching, I bought this in anticipation of the heavy rain which would turn the white gravel roads into muddy rivers. And it delivered way beyond expectation in terms of waterproofing, warmth and overall comfort! The rain was falling heavily from the start, yet it simply bounced off the jacket and core temperature remained consistent. Over the gravel roads, head-to-toe caked in mud, grit and water, it remained perfectly dry and warm inside, with the fit and comfort ideal for racing and movement when climbing, sprinting and in the drops. By the end, the jacket was white and brown and barely recognisable, but had done the best job of any rain jacket I've ever ridden or raced in. My inner layers (Rapha mesh base layer and a long-sleeve jersey) were spotless and dry, after almost 5 hours in the rain. This Race Cape is truly amazing.
Date published: 2017-03-09
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Submersible! Excellent hard man's rain jacket. Completely waterproof and adds just a touch of warmth. It's thick enough that you can get it into a pocket but it takes a bit of folding. If you need something more packable the Classic or Core are your best bets, but this one will get you through any deluge. The zipper is really easy to operate and the velcro is great for closing it until you can operate the zipper. They are a very trim fit with no stretch, classic Rapha cut.
Date published: 2017-01-15
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Rapha Pro Team Race Cape As you would expect this has excellent build quality and is as close to waterproof as you can get with good breathability too. You'll still get damp underneath if your working hard. Comes up small but I think everyone knows that. But it is only just packable, you will do well to squeeze this in a jersey pocket particularly with the long arms and zips.
Date published: 2016-10-25
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Waterproof and remarkably breathable too! Kept me dry, warm and happy over 4 days of torrential rain in the Dolomites - At times the storms lasted over 3hours and were at an average temperature of 25C so it was really hard to decide what to take - this jacket became the go to plan - and was incredible. Yes, it's a little heavier to carry in your jersey than a wind jacket or Gillet, but there's not much in it really and when you ned it, it's so much better than either of those two options. An essential item!
Date published: 2017-07-26
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Excellent but........... I purchased this cape to replace a Rapha rain jacket that had finally given-up. I rightly replaced the rain jacket with a Gore Active jacket but didn't like its cut - too baggy. The cut of the race cape is, to me, much better. I'm 1.79 tall and weigh approx. 76kg and the medium is a snug / good fit over a medium brevet jersey. The neoprene collar is excellent at keeping water out and the zipped cuffs making getting it on / off especially with gloves on easy. The zip is easy to undo when a bit of extra ventilation is required. Here's the "but" - I ordered the chartreuse and whilst great on the visibility front I'm not sure how good it's going to look after a season or two. Bearing in-mind it's a race cape it doesn't pack down as small as the rain jacket
Date published: 2017-03-23
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I am large in classic 2 jersey which is a close fit. I am 188 cm and 81k so what size would fit please?

Asked by: Faster
Hi. I would recommend the Large.
Answered by: Lyle
Date published: 2019-08-25

I recently purchased a medium and it is a good fit besides the tightness in the underarm area. My question is, if/when I receive the large, will it be a longer fit in the arms and torso? Thanks!

Asked by: Nez800
This assumption is correct as the length increases
Answered by: Rapha_SC
Date published: 2018-11-29

How do I care for my product 're washing and re-proofing as it recommends a re-proofing spray which is best used to tumble dry garments to reactivate DWR but care instructions say do not tumble dry?

Asked by: Pedge71
Application of the reproofer and tumble dry on a low setting is okay for this Cape. It activates the DWR
Answered by: Rapha_SC
Date published: 2018-10-16

Hello! If you are in betwene two sizes, would you go up a size? I am 182 cm and 100 cm in chest. And is it to be tight or do you want air in betwene? 

Asked by: Andpel
Hi, for this particular garment which is streamlined and race fit we do suggest that if you fit in between sizes then do try the larger size first and should you need to exchange or refund, we have a 90 days return period for new/unused garments with tags and in saleable condition.
Answered by: Rapha_SR
Date published: 2018-10-18

Are they suppose to be snug fitting or s bit lose fit?

Asked by: 0986
Hi, our Pro Team range is a race fit so it will fit snug in comparison to our Classic or Brevet ranges.
Answered by: Rapha_SR
Date published: 2018-10-26

Are the materials the same as the Classic Rain Jacket II? Other then more aero fit any real difference?

Asked by: bikehusttle1972
Hi, the material of the Pro Team Race Cape is different, more robust and slightly more heavy weight in comparison to the Classic Rain Jacket.
Answered by: sezr
Date published: 2019-05-15

Hi, How is this different from the winter jacket - they seem to offer the same, waterproof and windproof?

Asked by: Scottyb123
Hi, the Pro Team Race Cape is more of a lightweight waterproof shell that packs down into a compact bundle and fits in a jersey pocket. It does not have a fleeced inner side like most of our winter jackets.
Answered by: sezr
Date published: 2019-05-15

is the pro team soft shell jacket similar to castelli GABBA as the warmth is concerned, I have the gabba so need something warmer

Asked by: matty1903
This Jacket is a wind and water resistant shell for Racing. You would typically wear a Jersey underneath this Jacket
Answered by: Rapha_SC
Date published: 2019-05-15
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