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Got mine in 2020 spring. Can't remember if they were made in Italy or in Portugal but somewhere in Europe. Got them to tailors to fix them up but so far haven't heard any updates regarding it - hope they haven't messed it up.
I've heard a similar thing happening (stitching coming off) to an acquaintance of mine just after a week of riding.
The worst thing about Rapha is that even though the quality is getting worse/inconsistent, I still feel like buying it over anything else because it just looks so good. 😩
I was just about to rant about my cargo shorts again...
The stitching coming off from rubbing inside leg just resulted in some structural disengagement and now I can poke a finger through the gap and touch my thighs. The colour also faded away so bad soon they will look more grey than black.
I know I took a 40% rapha voucher instead of replacement but it still leaves me with my right to rant, I guess. A season in €240 shorts shouldn't completely destroy them (I think).
I'll be looking to try some other brand bibs.
Sadly PNS or assos doesn't have cargo bibs and maap are a little bit too colourful.
Currently got my eyes on pedaled and 7mesh.
Any other recommendations?