Rated 1 out of
5
by
DuBoka from
Chaffed by bag shoulder strap on first use.
I went to a gym (10 min of walk) with my new Explore Merino T-shirt. I had my gear in a Rapha bag and the shoulder strap chaffed the shirt on the first use. With other words, do not carry anything on your shoulder or back with this shirt. I have a lot of great Rapha jerseys, but this one was a huge disappointment.
Date published: 2022-09-23
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Ferdie C from
Poor fabric. Runs easily after the first wash.
The shirt looks nice and fits perfectly. Fabic is soft and comfortable. My only problem with it is that after the first wash, the thread of the fabric runs easily. Shirt was hand washed and delicate fabric detergent was used. Very disappointed, for the price of the shirt I was expecting more.
Date published: 2021-09-19
Rated 1 out of
5
by
JonoC from
T shirts are never long enough
T shirts are never long enough - this is not for road riding. Spoilt by poor design / grade rules
Date published: 2023-06-10
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Churchill from
Great merino t-shirt
This is my second color of this shirt, so I must like it! Fit is good. I am 5'5", 38" chest, and about 150lbs and the medium fits good on me. Sleeves are a little long, but otherwise happy with it. Mostly worn as a casual layer and near home, so usually wash after every wear, so I can't comment on how well it retains odor.
Date published: 2022-10-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Sisyphus from
Sublime Summer Wool
Have you ever had a winter wool base layer that you find impossible to separate from your body throughout the winter months? Once you indulge, they become as vital to our existence as the next hunk of oak that gets shoehorned into the wood stove. The Rapha Merino T-Shirt is the summer version of an essential wool shirt. It is comfortable as all get out, airy, sops up sweat, dries quickly and adequately camouflages an aspiring beer gut. In other words, it hangs well. I should purchase ten more.
Date published: 2022-07-25
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Bhupesh P from
Different medium size then past medium.
Very different cut then the merino wool bike t-shirt with light band on sleeve. The medium is much baggier and a completely different medium.
Date published: 2023-07-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Clarence Beeks from
Great T-Shirt
Nice sizing, looser fit than older Rapha and a decent length (44” chest, 6’2, XXL). Soft but sturdy material. Subtle Rapha styling.
Wore it constantly for a 5 day tour in late summer U.K. and it was perfect, warm enough for the cold starts and breathable once it warmed up. Washed it once (more for the salt marks than anything) and it dried quickly. Definitely recommended.
Date published: 2021-09-22
Rated 4 out of
5
by
BIG MG from
Merino tee
Got this for its merino content, it feels/looks the part but, haven't used in the real world so 4stars. Usually a large or aero/pro team XL but went to med to keep it snug and that works well
Date published: 2023-03-02
Rated 4 out of
5
by
nobody from
Explore merino t-shirt
The merino T shirt has a soft feel. The material has a slight sheen to it which gives it some elegance. Also the cut has a slightly longer sleeve and a slightly trim fit which give it a flattering look. A very comfortable shirt which would rate a 5 star from this reviewer if it wasn't so spendy.
Date published: 2023-03-25
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Gareth 451 from
Good product, poor mail order service
Excellent quality, although quite pricey. Downside is the mail order is slow and expensive, 2 days and £5 shipping for a lightweight t-shirt. I ordered shoes from another outdoor company Boxing Day and they came the next morning for £3.95 delivery. Would visit store direct in future
Date published: 2023-01-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
DickyC from
Versatile and comfortable
I think this is one of the best Rapha shirts I have ever owned.
The styling is slightly fitted and looks good both on/off the bike.
The merino is very soft and breathes well, so its suitable for a wide range of temperatures.
Subsequently bought another, as I wear them so often.
Date published: 2022-07-23
Rated 5 out of
5
by
spokejunky from
Versatile and great fitting merino t-shirt
Extremely comfortable shirt. It's not tight fitting like a commuter type shirt, but it is also not loose or billowing in the wind. It's great for up to 80 degree riding, but after that gets a bit too hot. You can use this for on or off the bike wear as it looks good.
Date published: 2022-06-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
hack_wiz from
A comfortable shirt
I was concerned that this shirt would be a pain to maintain and to keep from getting damaged. I was pleasantly surprised that the shirt holds up after being washed multiple times. The shirt is cool, breathable. A definite go to for multiday backpacking rides.
Date published: 2022-08-13
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Jason Guzak from
Expensive T Shirt
It’s better than the crap light jacket I bought that tore after first wear
Date published: 2022-02-14
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Alextimp77 from
Rapha merino are the best
Merino products from Rapha are probably one of the best merino clothes you could gift to yourself! Nice material, warm and cool at the same time, perfect and consistent fit across all range. Buy with confidence, wear it proudly
Date published: 2021-08-22
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Edison PH from
Great shirt but thin
This is a great shirt because it is made out of merino wool, virtually stink proof and quick drying. The only ‘gripe’ would be the thinness of the shirt. I think a bit thicker would be better without losing functionality.
Date published: 2023-11-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
il_pau from
Really good
I’ve been a long time fan of Rapha merino t-shirts, because they are perfect for mtb. The only problem is the heat. When it is really hot, they are to much. But with this mixed fabric you have the best of the two worlds.
Date published: 2021-08-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SylvieG from
Excellent quality shirt
I bought this shirt for my husband's birthday. Our bicycle is our car and it's nice to have breatheable fabric and to look nice and you are just out and about. It was a very hot summer this year and he wore it often.
Date published: 2021-08-26
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Revlis from
Not worth the money
I thought this Explore Merino t-shirt would be as good as the other Merino T-Shirt. It's more like a normal t-shirt without the merino. It seems too expensive in comparison.
Date published: 2022-07-05
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Ola Martin from
A super t-shirt
A t-shirt that is just super! Comfortable and just the lifgt insulation you need. Use it mainly for leisure and after activity, e.g in front of the fireplace at my cabin.
Date published: 2022-02-24
Rated 4 out of
5
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Crook S from
Not as good as the technical version
I prefer the "technical", non-merino version of the Explore t-shirt. This is a great shirt, though. It has a nice cut (I'm 140 lbs, 5' 9", and wear medium in Rapha tops for a reasonably slim fit and wear small/30" in their bottoms). It works like a merino-nylon shirt should: dries fairly quickly, breathes so-so, is soft to touch, and doesn't stink after multiple sweaty sessions. But the technical version, loathe as I am to admit it, exceeds its merino brother in all those aspects, drying extremely fast, breathing better, doesn't stink, is soft in its own way, and feels even a bit lighter in weight. So were I to buy more Explore t-shirts, I would definitely get the non-merino version. If this has an advantage, it perhaps should be warmer theoretically, but I honestly could not tell a difference. At medium to high efforts in cooler weather with a second layer, warmth becomes secondary to moisture dissipation, which leaves this merino top wanting. Given the kind of cycling I do (i.e., frequent higher intensities), I should be buying fewer merino items and more synthetic ones. Wish list: Explore Technical Boxer Briefs.
Date published: 2023-10-27
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Colin T from
Perfect bike packing top!
Great top for travelling. Thin, light, definitely quick drying and wrinkle resistant. Rolled up nice and small for my bike packing saddle bag.
Date published: 2022-06-15
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Austin Yaz from
Comfortable shirt. Just a bit too large.
Comfortable like every other merino shirt Rapha makes. This one was a bit too large compared to all of the other shirts I’ve gotten though.
Date published: 2022-01-17
Rated 5 out of
5
by
AdamWu from
Thin merino T-shirt for all day rides.
Thin merino T-shirt for those long days on the bike. Works as it should and has a good fit. Good for touring and multi-day trips.
Date published: 2023-08-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Stewe from
YESSA !
This time again Rapha has designed the perfect fit for my body dimensions. This merino shirt is a Must in my cycling wardrobe !
Date published: 2023-03-16
Rated 5 out of
5
by
dougwagz from
Great piece of kit!
Absolutely love this thing. Makes me wish I had merino shirts for daily use. Fits great for both mtb and gravel rides.
Date published: 2022-10-29
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Danm100 from
Merino Tee Shirt
Very well made, nice light weight wool, perfect fit. Highly recommended. Wish it was available in more colors!
Date published: 2023-08-15
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Happy1983 from
Goto tee
This is now my goto tee for all occasions - cold base layer, gym, casual activities, lounging around the house.
Date published: 2022-02-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Rowrider from
Top
As most Rapha T-shirts, a dream to wear, nicely cut and superbly antibacterial (read no smell of sweat)
Date published: 2023-10-11
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Rosie B from
Great buy
Perfect for off bike wearing without being tight. True to size. Got it as a present for my partner.
Date published: 2021-10-25