Description
Embro for cold racing conditions
Applying embrocation is one of the great rituals of riding. In recent years, it has enjoyed a renaissance thanks to its popularity on the American cyclocross circuit and Rapha Embrocation is used by Jeremy Powers, the 2014 US national cyclocross champion.
Rapha Embrocation is a highly effective winter embrocation for riding in cold conditions. It is made from three organic ingredients: winter green, capsicum, and vanilla. The embrocation is also rich in arnica. The embrocation contains a complex blend of essential oils, as well as shea butter, vitamin E and beeswax.
Rapha skincare products are made from the aromatic plants and herbs found on the Giant of Provence, used in local concoctions for hundreds of years. Their scents will be familiar to any rider that has made the pilgrimage to Mont Ventoux.
Ingredients include:
- Atlas Cedar – a mild astringent reputedly good for relieving stress and tension.
- Lavender – a natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory used to help ease aches and pains.
- Pine needle – reputed to ease rheumatism and respiratory complaints.
- Rosemary – characteristic Mediterranean aroma and general tonic to stimulate the senses.
- Juniper Berry – a centuries-old boost the immune system.
- Lemon – refreshing citrus is naturally anti-bacterial.
- Cypress – aromatic conifer rumoured to have anti-rheumatic properties.
- Patchouli – anti-inflammatory often used to treat skin conditions.
- Cistus – produces a soothing, aromatic resin.
Please note: The quantity supplied is 150ml as per the product specification although please be aware that this may not completely fill the packaging tin supplied.
N.B. Our products have not been tested on animals.
Details and Materials
- Atlas Cedar
- Lavender
- Pine needle
- Rosemary
- Juniper Berry
- Lemon
- Cypress
- Patchouli
- Cistus
Q&A
View questionsCare instructions
- For external use only
- Avoid contact with eyes
- If product gets into eyes stop riding, rinse eyes immediately with water
Rated 5 out of
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HulaBoy from
Fire and Brimstone level heat for your pins.
At this time of year bib tights and warmers are too warm.
And nothing on the legs is a bit parky.
So I invested in this.
Slathered it on and within half an hour my legs felt toasty.
Until I stopped at my folks for a cake and coffee.
At which point it felt like Hades himself had grabbed my legs and dipped them in his fiery pit.
Amazingly hot!
It makes Tiger Balm and Deep Heat feel like a cool shower by comparison.
Definitely the best cycling purchase for this type of autumn/winter type weather that I have made.
Doesn’t keep you warm but keeps you FEELING warm when it’s not dipping below freezing.
For then it’s bib tights.
Recommended.
Just wipe the bugger off before showering and wash your legs last...
Date published: 2017-11-08
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Oie54 from
Toasty
So glad I found this product, I was suffering from a bad knee and cramp now and again. Tried some of this cream and wow, no more aching knee or cramps. It takes about 30 mins to work but once the magic starts its so warm, it keeps your muscles from getting cold, you really feel it if you come to a stop at a junction as the heat turns up. Don't get me wrong it won't burn you, but just keeps you toasty.
The smell is really pleasant, and you do not need to use a lot of the product.
Warning wash your hands after application, you don't want this anywhere near your privates...
Date published: 2017-10-10
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BFMark from
Winter Warmer
I was recommended to try this product for cold Melbourne days, I've never worn leg warmers (even on minus temp days) but I've found that a little bit of this rubbed in and I just don't feel cold at all, I've now ridden in -4 and hail and I swear by this product, does come with a warning, put it on after you have your knicks on, the last thing you want is to get some of this on your back wheels (trust me it will make your eyes water)
Date published: 2017-06-30
Rated 5 out of
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cyclingjackson from
First time user
I was sceptical about purchasing this.
I use it now in 10 to 15 degree mornings when wearing short bibs. A little on the knees makes them move more freely.
Great product.... im hooked
Date published: 2017-09-10
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Toodle Pip from
Don't get it on your pad!
This stuff fires up your legs like no other. But beware. Don't get it anywhere near your Crown Jewels. And sometimes your legs can sting so badly in the shower afterwards it's uncomfortable to be in there long. But it's been an instant cure for pulled hamstrings running and negates the need to stretch them too because they get so warm - normally after a half hour kick-in period
Date published: 2017-04-06
Rated 5 out of
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jaeger44 from
It Works.
Have struggled at times to find an embrocation which warms throughout the duration of a winter ride.This runs the course and then some. Smells good and feels good.
Date published: 2017-04-03
Rated 5 out of
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Wildrat from
warm and good smell
this product just do it...... nice to apply and keep ypu warm 6-8 hour... great product
Date published: 2017-05-02
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TimNeal from
HEAT!
I love this stuff. It warms my legs and smells wonderful.
Date published: 2017-05-31
Do you need to have shaved legs for it to work best and what kind of UK temperatures is it most suitable for? Thanks
Hi, no you do not need to have shaved legs, though applying any cream to hairy legs will require a lot more blending in.
Date published: 2018-06-24
Does the embro have a tint to it once you apply it to your legs?
This product will leave no tint after application.
Date published: 2017-09-28
Hi, does the embrocation provide any colour i.e. give you a tanned look like the summer embro?
No you will not get a tanned look with this product.
Date published: 2017-09-21
Can you use this to warm muscles and knees while wearing cycling tights? Or is this strictly for bare legs?
Thank you for your request. We’ll contact you when your Winter Embrocation is available.
