The sister brand has become Rapha Core I guess. People know what they are getting there and it is still decent quality, but offers a cheaper entry point. May be some of the misty-eyed nostalgia is misplaced, like the favourite band that you go back to listen to and realise they weren't actually that good.
True, I have been playing some 90s anthems lately and if they didn`t evoke those memories of long gone people and places I bet I would be much more critical. I have had some good times with Rapha gear too. The worst feeling is when your trusted friend betrayes you.
The sister brand has become Rapha Core I guess. People know what they are getting there and it is still decent quality, but offers a cheaper entry point. May be some of the misty-eyed nostalgia is misplaced, like the favourite band that you go back to listen to and realise they weren't actually that good.