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'The legacy model is broken' – is the cycling kit industry becoming survival of the smallest?
Three companies speak to Cycling Weekly about how they hope to avoid the pitfalls suffered by major clothing brands this week
By James Shrubsall Published
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'It is a painful decision but it is the right call' – Rapha to close five Clubhouses across USA and UK
British clothing brand recorded financial losses for the eighth year in a row in 2024
By Adam Becket Published
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'I used to think the Rapha Festive 500 was easy, then I moved to the UK' - top tips to beat the challenge from a cold South African living in London
500km, eight days, all of it outside. How hard can it be?
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Want money for your old cycling kit? This Rapha scheme will give you cash or store credit – and it's coming to the UK
You might have a pile of pre-loved treasure in your closet
By Tom Davidson Published
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My Rapha glasses keep my eyes safe in the worst of the winter and you won't see a bigger discount this Cyber Monday with 25% off
With lenses that adapt to different conditions and terrain, these glasses are the perfect riding companion
By Meg Elliot Published
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‘A brand rooted in craftsmanship and rider obsession’ - Rapha founder invests in bespoke British bike company
The company, Quirk Cycles, is seeking investment to scale up their bespoke enterprise
By Meg Elliot Published
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Rapha Men's Pro Team Winter Tights III Review: built for the harshest of conditions
Impressive weather resistance with great thermal properties and a superbly comfortable chamois
By Andy Turner Published
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Following WorldTour exit, Rapha to sponsor Team USA with an eye on 10 Olympic medals in L.A.
Partnership with USA Cycling will see the British brand outfit national teams through 2029, and a pivot toward Olympic ambitions and grassroots growth in the U.S.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'We have some things to fix' - Rapha posts financial losses for eighth year in a row
Clothing brand's CEO Fran Millar says company's potential is still 'incredibly strong' despite £17.2m loss
By Tom Davidson Published
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'We're going to be seen from outer space' - As Rapha and EF Pro Cycling part ways, we look back at their most iconic collaborations
From duck helmets to kaleidoscope kits, we look back at some of the times the iconic pink jerseys were, by race decree, switched-out on the start-line of the Giro d’Italia
By Meg Elliot Published
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'Rapha is leaving the WorldTour' – Rapha and EF end partnership after seven years
British cycling clothing brand vows it "will be back" at the sport's highest level
By Tom Davidson Published
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Rapha Explore Bar Bag review: a superb bag for travel, whether on the bar or on the shoulder
An outstanding small bar bag with a cross-body strap, let down by a poor main zip
By Simon Fellows Published
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'The future is bright, the future is female' – Rapha bets on women to boost cycling and its bottom line
Despite its financial losses, there is an unmistakable optimism within the company as it bets on a future powered by women
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Lachlan Morton breaks yet another record, riding 'savage' 648km in one day
Australian pays tribute to New Zealand post office worker with latest feat
By Tom Davidson Published
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Rapha's Excess Men's Pro Team Gore-Tex Rain Jacket is uniquely colourful, pricey, PFAS-restricted in the US and the most comfortable hard shell yet
Rapha’s newest rain jacket is built with reclaimed material and has a nifty trick: it’s stretchy. Does contain PFAS though.
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Fake Rapha websites target customers and leave them 'out of pocket with no items shipped': British brand issues official guidance on avoiding scams
Brand working with IP protection specialists to enforce cease-and-desist legal action against dodgy sites
By Tom Thewlis Published
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Rapha launches new chamois cream scented with 'aromas of Ventoux'
Brand promises 'cool carriage' riding with a whiff of lavender
By Tom Davidson Published
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Rapha gear is eye-wateringly expensive, but at 40% off popular combos, I'll be investing this Black Friday
Rapha's Black Friday 'outfit and save' deal makes buying quality kit a lot less painful
By Cat Glowinski Published
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These Rapha gloves are a must-have for any keen cyclist this Black Friday - especially with 25% off at Sigma Sports
Rapha gloves don’t get much better than these
By Tom Thewlis Published
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I wore my Rapha explore jacket in the Swiss mountains and it has always kept me warm – now it's £70/$85 off this Black Friday
Rapha is offering a blanket 25% off all products this Black Friday
By Tom Davidson Published
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'Rapha came out of my frustration that cycling was this weird niche thing that people thought was sh*t' – an exclusive sit-down with Rapha founder Simon Mottram
Few brands can match the impact Rapha has had on cycling culture but as the marque celebrates its 20th anniversary, it's grappling with shifting tides
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Rapha focused on increasing 'profitability and resilience' as losses deepen by over £10 million, meaning seven years in the red
The British brand have not posted a pre-tax profit since 2017
By Adam Becket Published
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Rapha appoints former Team Sky boss as new CEO to 'guide' clothing brand into 'its next chapter'
The former CEO of Team Sky will now head up British cycling brand
By Adam Becket Published
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Rapha slashes prices in 'summer sale' as cycling industry turmoil continues
The British clothing brand is offering reductions up to 40% in a rare sale, we've picked out the best offers
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
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Reviewed: the new Rapha Pro Team Aero Jersey, as worn by Team EF at the Tour de France
Speed, and style, refined. Snug fit, guaranteed.
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Forget hydration vests, at Unbound Gravel, hydration skinsuits are all the rage
Meet Rapha's Blaerosuit’, a skinsuit with built-in hydration reservoir functions
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'We are in awe' - Rapha launch hijab as part of modest-wear range
The range, designed with Muslim women's cycling group Cycle Sisters, also includes a long top and padded trousers
By Adam Becket Published
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Rapha's Reis sunglasses might polarise opinion, but at least they're unique
As one of three new eyewear offerings, Rapha’s Reis sunglasses are impressively light and offer lenses for a wide range of conditions
By Tyler Boucher Published
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EF Pro Cycling and Rapha launch black Giro d'Italia switch out kit
The American team have gone for black instead of their usual pink, in order not to clash with the maglia rosa
By Adam Becket Published
