With combined technology and aesthetics, Rapha offers an outstanding winter long sleeve this 2011. In terms of warmth, extra comfort against the chill is provided by the Super Roubaix fabric. Combining thickness, warmth, and stretchiness, this garment is perfect for cycling against the chill.

With a 25% merino wool, 61% polyester and 14% elastane mix, this Rapha long sleeve jersey is definitely thick and lushly lined. Its windproof lining provides maximum protection to the front of the rider’s torso during cold weather.

Along the sides of the rider’s chest, the 2011 Rapha Winter Long Sleeve Jersey has two zippered slash vents. These give more comfort to the riders when they choose to prevent most of the frontal blast and allow some cool air creep around the sides towards the back.

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What makes the 2011 Rapha Riding Trousers ideal pants for comfortable riding is its fabric. These pants’ fabric are lightweight, breathable stretch-cotton based. Slim-fitting pants by Rapha, they are designed both for function and for fashion.

When it comes to function, Rapha Riding Trousers are crafted to be cooperative with the saddle, making for a comfortable ride. With its slender cut, these trousers don’t flop so there’s little risk of them getting caught in the sprocket or on the saddle nose.

Also making the Rapha Riding Trousers cooperative with the saddle are the microfiber seat and inner thighs. Bothersome chafing can be avoided thanks to the strategic positioning of the inside leg seams.

To make sure the riding trousers will not slip off when riding, the inside of the waistband is finished with soft gripper tape. An extended hook and eye closure integrated in the waistband keep the front of the…

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The new Rapha Bicyle Collection includes four bikes. These are the ‘Every Day’ from Beloved, the ‘Continental’ from Ira Ryan and Tony Pereira, the Independent Fabrication ‘XS’, and the the Cinelli ‘XCR’. Its partnership with these four masters of frame building begins in January, 2011 and for the next two years.

First is the ‘Every Day’ from Beloved, which is conceived by Cycle Works Oregon and hand-built by Chris King in Portland, OR. The features include a Sturmey-Archer 5-speed internal rear hub with a downtime shifter, Chris King Headset and front hub, Nitto ‘Priest’ Bar, aluminum stem and post, Limited Edition Rapha Speedster San Marco Regal saddle, Walnut hand-sewn leather grips, carrying handle and toe clip covers, Honjo fenders by Spectrum and MKS Sylvan road pedal with deep leather toe clip.

Second is the ‘Continental’ from Ira Ryan and Tony Pereira. This year-round racing and training bike is…

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Dan Broom, a member of the Race across America competition, has reported that his Rapha Condor Sharp team issue bike has been stolen in Godalming, Surrey on January 5.

Dan’s bike has carried the rider in a 3,000 mile cross country travel from California all the way to Maryland in June 2010 as part of a fund raiser for the Prostate Cancer Charity. Broom has described his bike as a 55cm Condor Leggero with a black overall frame with a Rapha logo detailed in pink. Its frame number is CO552551509.

The bike is also outfitted with great parts, including a Shimano Ultegra 6700 groupset as well as Dura-Ace laminate wheels. In addition Deda bar and stem, Frizik Arione saddles and continental tires accompany the bike.

When spotted, please contact Dan Broom via email at dan.broom@mac.com or even contact local authorities….

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Just in time for winter cycling, Rapha ushers in its Winter Collar for warmth. The famous merino wool blend fabric makes the Rapha Winter Collar a versatile item. To be used for winter cycling or city cycling, the collar is great to cover up your neck and face, protecting it from the cold weather.

It’s breathable, soft to the touch and continues to have that natural wicking quality consistent in merino wool. It comes in colors of pink, red and black. One size fits all since it is stretchable and it has flat locked seams for durability and strength. MSRP is £25.00.

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Rapha introduces the Bomber Jacket, a light weight and comfortable jacket for city rides or daily commuting.

Breaking the Rapha Bomber Jacket down, it features waterproof tough fabric on the shoulders that prevents rips occurring from messenger bag straps.

The body of the Bomber jacket is composed of breathable water resistant materials, while the front panels uses brushed polyester to fight against the wind.

Rapha has paid a fair amount of attention to detail with its Bomber jacket. For example, Rapha placed a small hole on the front for an iPod and cable loops to run it up the shoulder. To stop the jacket from rising up, a jersey rib hem was implemented. On the inside, a large chest pocket is placed that will avoid the straps of messenger bags.

Available now at Rapha for £210.

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The Rapha + Paul Smith collection is not your normal cycling apparel, unless you label it “high-end”. Paul Smith’s passion for cycling runs deeper than his collaboration with Rapha, as he once aspired to become a professional cyclist.

A video called “A Conversation” released by Rapha featuring Paul Smith and Simon Mottram, founder and CEO of Rapha.

The video features Paul Smith taking a trip back in his days of cycling at a younger age, people that inspired him, and his father’s confusion for the sport of cycling.

You can also hear Smith speak of today’s cycling era and how it has emerged in the online world.

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