Rapha unveiled its latest autumn/winter range of clothing to us last week and needless to say it all looks good, with some refinements to long-standing items as well as some brand new pieces. Here’s a first look at what to expect as it all becomes available in the following weeks.
Rapha updates it venerable Classic jacket with a new red colour option
Rapha debuts its first ever Overshoes. Made from 100% neoprene so should be rugged enough for the worst you can take them through. We look forward to testing them this winter.
Rainjacket is based on the Stowaway but adds extra waterproof material to the front panels. It’s been tested by the Rapha/Condor race team and the Continental riders, and is entirely windproof with a long cut tail and side-swept front zip.
Long sleeve jerseys in new colours and with reinforced pockets
Fixed baselayers in understated colours
Fixed jerseys get new colours
Rapha launched, to a great reception, a few cyclo-cross specific garments and for the coming ‘cross season has this new long-sleeve jersey complete with a reinforced shoulder patch for shouldering the bike.
A nice reinforced shoulder for lugging the bike
Ideal for changeable conditions or for putting on after a race or time trial, Rapha Legwarmers.They’re made from fleece-backed Roubaix fabric.
There’s a definite red colour scheme going on here – latest tights will match the new red Classic jacket nicely
New long finger gloves
New colourway for the Winter Hat
Merino beanie gets a two new colours
Rapha Gentleman’s Caps, three designs are available which borrow from the styling of gentlemen’s tailoring.
The Fixed three-quarter length shorts were popular with the urban rider seeking a more casual look but with a hint of performance. The newly released Trousers are when it’s just too grim for shorts. A slim-cut design with a reinforced seat panel and key-fold pocket.
And finally, another silk scarf. New design (look closely and you can see the track chainrings and chain links) for this essential neck warmer.
More soon…
