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Rapha launches new chamois cream scented with 'aromas of Ventoux'

Brand promises 'cool carriage' riding with a whiff of lavender

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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 30 November 24

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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 28 November 24

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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 28 November 24

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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 30 October 24

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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 22 October 24

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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 5 August 24

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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 23 July 24

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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 12 July 24

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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 1 June 24

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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 28 May 24

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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 17 May 24

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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 2 May 24

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  Rapha lays off employees, closes North American office

  Citing 'strategic realignment and current market dynamics' Rapha North America is reportedly closing its current Bentonville, Arkansas, and has laid off six out of the office's eight employees.

  By Anne-Marije Rook Published 26 April 24

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  Rapha's new eyewear collection features three unique styles, bucking the current big shades trend

  Today, Rapha released three new lenses: two play off a unique futuristic style while the third is more in line with classic cycling eyewear.

  By Kristin Jenny Published 19 March 24

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  Rapha says its newest jersey can save you nearly eight watts

  Rapha’s improved 2024 Pro Team Aero Jersey is the brand’s “fastest-ever” jersey and boasts an overhauled sleeve and shoulder design to minimize drag.

  By Kristin Jenny Published 5 March 24

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  From palette to panache: How cycling brands decide on colours for your kit

  Who chooses the colours for the latest season’s cycling kit, and how do they identify the hottest hues? Adam Becket explores the competing priorities – flair, fashion and function

  By Adam Becket Published 10 February 24

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  The ‘ultimate California bikepacking adventure’: Rapha's newest film follows Lael Wilcox, Chris Burkard and others as they tackle the inaugural Yomp Rally

  Rapha Films today launched a new film documenting the inaugural Rapha Yomp Rally, an ultra-cycling event that took place in southern California in May 2023.

  By Anne-Marije Rook Published 17 January 24

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  A love letter to my Rapha winter socks

  They’re so good that I went back and bought two more pairs

  By Tom Thewlis Published 20 December 23

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  A complete history of Ineos Grenadiers kits, from Adidas to Gobik, via Rapha

  The British team switch to Gobik in 2024 after two years with Bioracer

  By Tom Thewlis Published 13 December 23

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  Puffy jackets are a must-have bikepacking item - treat yourself with these Specialized and Rapha puffers on sale

  Down jackets have gained popularity in cycling, and in bikepacking in particular. These are two of the best cycling specific down jackets on the market today.

  By Anne-Marije Rook Published 27 November 23

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  Massive 50% savings on Rapha Brevet and Core lines ahead of Cyber Monday 2023

  The big reductions are back from Rapha dealers, including money off jerseys and shoes

  By Luke Friend Last updated 22 November 23

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  Rapha posts £12m loss marking six years in the red

  Clothing brand also reveals fall in turnover in latest company accounts

  By Tom Davidson Published 3 November 23

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  A love letter to my Rapha cargo bib shorts

  I started cosplaying as Lachlan Morton, and fell in love with my shorts

  By Tom Davidson Published 18 October 23

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  Rapha Yomp Rally: these 38 hours in the saddle changed my perspective on biking forever

  I raced bikes for 10 years but the Rapha Yomp Rally was the toughest, most memorable five days I’ve spent in the saddle yet.

  By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated 13 May 23

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  Made from scraps: EF Education-EasyPost to wear special Giro d'Italia kit from Rapha's Excess Collection

  Made of 100% excess fabric, Rapha's Excess Collection is a step toward more sustainable manufacturing processes, while the EF kit uses 72%

  By Anne-Marije Rook Published 3 May 23

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  Rapha launches a Film Fund, US filmmakers encouraged to pitch ‘Living life by bike’ stories

  Cycling apparel brand, Rapha today launched the Rapha Film Fund, a program designed to help support creatives bring their ‘life lived by bike’ stories to life on Rapha’s YouTube.

  By Anne-Marije Rook Published 2 March 23

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  Maghalie Rochette gets personal with a limited edition Rapha apparel collection and podcast series

  Canadian cyclocross pro, Maghalie Rochette, gets personal with a new limited edition Rapha apparel collection and podcast series

  By Anne-Marije Rook Published 21 February 23

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  Inspired by bikepacking events overseas, Rapha introduces the Rapha Yomp Rally

  Rapha today announced the launch of the inaugural Rapha Yomp Rally, a five-day 375-mile adventure across some of the most stunning mixed-terrain roads California has to offer.

  By Anne-Marije Rook Published 2 February 23

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  Rapha Men's Brevet Insulated Long Sleeve Gore-Tex Infinium Jersey review - an excellent all-round winter riding jersey

  We tested and reviewed Rapha's men's Brevet Insulated Long Sleeve Gore-Tex Infinium jersey for cycling

  By Tyler Boucher Published 1 February 23