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Description

Key Features:

  • Made from a lightweight polyester that easily packs down into a jersey pocket when not in use
  • Fitted with a two-way zipper to allow access to pockets whilst on the move
  • Reflective details provide added visibility when riding in low light conditions
  • Fitted armholes match the contours of your shoulders
  • Stretch side panels provide a comfortable fit
  • Nat is 5’11/180cm and wears a size small
  • See the full Core collection

Details and Materials

  • Recommended for use in cool conditions
  • Reflective details for added visibility
  • Lightweight and packable
  • Two-way zip
  • Partially elasticated back hem
  • PFC-free DWR on main body

Main:

  • 100% Polyester

Contrast:

  • 100% Recycled Polyester

Sizing

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XS S M L XL XXL
Chest 34.5 37 39 41.5 44 46.5
Waist 28 30.5 33 35.5 38 40
Hips 34.5 37 39 41.5 44 46.5
Chest 88 94 100 106 112 118
Waist 72 78 84 90 96 102
Hips 88 94 100 106 112 118

4.3

4.3 / 5

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Care instructions

  • Machine wash at 30
  • Do not bleach
  • Do not tumble dry
  • Do not iron
  • Do not dry clean
  • Wash similar colours together
  • Line dry

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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love it - always with me This is my first cycling gilet, and I really love it. Living in Norway, the weather changes throughout the day. It helps surprisingly much when the weather is chilly, and sort of never too warm since it's so thin and packable. Since I got it, I've not had a ride without it. I also love the "rose brown" colour. It's exactly how I imagined it, and I think Rapha is doing a good job getting the colour look right on their website. It's visible on the road and not too flashy, perfect for me. No pockets, but not an issue for me. The two-way zip ensures that I do reach the pockets on my jersey. I wished there was a mechanism that holds the gilet together when I compress it, but it's not a big deal.
Date published: 2023-08-11
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Better than others I have tried! After a disapointing Gilet purchase from an Austrialian brand, I decided to come back to Rapha. The quality, the fit and the price have been on point and I would happily recommend this product to anyone. I was going to play it safe with the black but opted for Rose Brown and I am happy I did. Delightful colour and helps you stand out in the sea of other full black clad riders. While it's more about my current body composition, the shoulders are a little flappy on me but still full marks from this happy cyclist!
Date published: 2023-07-10
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Well designed and comfortable Very comfortable, well made and packs down easily into a jersey pocket. I wear with a long sleeve core jersey which together are comfortable down to around 7-8 degrees Celsius.
Date published: 2023-06-28
Rated 2 out of 5 by from No more Core range for me... My second purchase of a Core range product, and the last. Whilst the gilet is nice and light and has the 2-way zip, I am very disappointed with the fit. Any gilet that does not have pockets (such as this) MUST have enough stretch to fit over whatever you're wearing/storing underneath. You can only get around this by leaving it unzipped halfway. It's not suitable for any kind of riding where you have laden rear jersey pockets and poor value at this price point.
Date published: 2023-11-16
Rated 2 out of 5 by from Flapping in the wind Gilet is okish! Big problem with sizing. My size fits me, tough when driving on the bike the gilet is not tight enough and this makes a lot of sound. Gilet is flapping in the wind, so kind of annoying.
Date published: 2023-11-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Vest For the price this is one great vest. Glad Rapha put the larger 2 way front zip on it. Fit is a little more boxy but it is the Core line, not the PT line
Date published: 2023-08-03
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Packable Great comfort, light and packable, easy to wash and dry
Date published: 2023-06-30
Rated 5 out of 5 by from One of the best gilet i have ever bought. Size is as expected. I’m 1,67 and 67 kg. I bought small size of gilet. It fit perfectly. It is still summer and i didn’t wear during a ride but feeling is good, fit, material and zipp wise. I liked that the zipp is opening from both up and down. I bought yellow one and color looks cool.
Date published: 2023-09-02
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Is the sizing the same as hi vis rcc gilet?

Asked by: Romy
We do recommend the same size in both gilets, but this Core Gilet does have more of the Core line relaxed fit as it is not a race fit line.
Answered by: Caitlin Rapha
Date published: 2023-10-17

If I use XL in the core jersey short sleeve should I stay in XL or go up for XXL for the gilet? best

Asked by: aavila87
Hi, we recommend selecting the same size as your usual core jersey size.
Answered by: RebeccaC
Date published: 2023-09-27

What are the main differences between this & the Pro Team Lightweight gilet please ?

Asked by: Woolmez

Hi, what is the size comparison to the pro gilet? I wear a small pro gilet do I go xs for a similar fit?

Asked by: Kev Sell

Hi, is this wind blocker?

Asked by: KORAY
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