Rapha, nice but a bit pricey?

any other web designers fancy teaming up on this one?

Is it time to repost the Rapha Smasha?

I like the assos Minty ass cream

Will probably give the Rapha floral stuff a whirl at some point

Asos chamois cream is also overpriced. Buy cow mousturiser and stick some in a small container to reapply after foodstops. Also keeps leather gloves soft, these of course have to be Rapha.

Kevin isn't wearing lycra, he wears jeans with no boxers, with handfuls of Vaseline to stop the chaffing

Don't stop, I'm nearly there!

hffnnnnnnggg!

4k titianium/carbon/steel wonder bike

shit tyres, nappy rash creme, aldi gloves.

i never did understand that logic.

Gary

You forgot cheap bibshorts

tru dat

Embrocation cream is a load of old bollocks.

Anyone own Rapha and Santini jerseys? I need to know whether to go for L or XL in Rapha. I have a Santini large and it's toight like a tiger.

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Anyone own Rapha and Santini jerseys? I need to know whether to go for L or XL in Rapha. I have a Santini large and it's toight like a tiger.

I am XL in Rapha (Classic ss) and XXL in Santini (Giro centenary retro top) and the Santini is still tighter than the Rapha

Hope that helps

Ooh, interesting. Think I may go for large then. Merci.

Can't decide which jersey though.

Fuck, I want a Rapha soap so badly.

Fucking ridiculous, but it'd crack me up every time I use it.

What is embrocation cream? Sounds like a load of old homeopathic twoddle to me.

I think it's a bit like Deep Heat with a nicer/pricier smell.

Mmmm. Deep Heat.

I love hearing all the Rapha apologists rush to Rapha's defense on here, absolutely priceless. It's not the prices, it's the bloody awful 'exclusive' marketing toss that winds everyone up. Every product virtually has a cringeworthy description on their site. Makes for amusing reading.

What is embrocation cream? Sounds like a load of old homeopathic twoddle to me.

I did not think you were one of the fixie bedwetters

Embrocation is used to help warm up muscles, part of pre race preparation, often applied by the soigneur.

Similar to deep heat but generally a little milder.

I love hearing all the Rapha apologists rush to Rapha's defense on here, absolutely priceless. It's not the prices, it's the bloody awful 'exclusive' marketing toss that winds everyone up. Every product virtually has a cringeworthy description on their site. Makes for amusing reading.

Today it has been idiots who don't understand what the products are for criticising and questioning their purpose. Both embrocation and chamois cream are very useful, there are plenty of different types of both.

Most cycling companies employ ridiculous hyperbole describing their products.

James, I like you concise summary better than:

"Rubbing embrocation into your legs not only helps give you vital headspace ahead of a long training ride but the massaging action also loosens muscles and helps release antioxidants"

I was in Selfridges earlier looking at the Rapha / Paul Smith bags. The jerseys design is ace IMO, the peloton/mini design not so much.

Well, massage is often used to relax the mind and it does loosen the muscles, stimulate blood flow etc, not sure about the antioxidant bit though.

I like Rapha clothing because you can see where the money goes. Even the t-shirts are really, really good t-shirts.

They could definitely do without the wankier bits of copywriting though. I can take or leave the "stories" but the mythologising gets a wee bit silly at times. The way I approach it is to take it with a pinch of salt and judge the products on their merits.

Well, massage is often used to relax the mind and it does loosen the muscles, stimulate blood flow etc, not sure about the antioxidant bit though.

I know it does, but it doesn't necessarily require embrocation cream does it? Look, I know nothing about it but the spiel makes it sound stupid.

They could definitely do without the wankier bits of copywriting though. I can take or leave the "stories" but the mythologising gets a wee bit silly at times. The way I approach it is to take it with a pinch of salt and judge the products on their merits.

Wise words.

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Assoss "**In order to further increase riding comfort, we recommend the use of ASSOS Chamois Crème. The ASSOS Chamois Crème reduces friction and keeps your skin cooler. It prevents inflammation and has antibacterial properties. Apply directly on the skin (avoid intimate areas) before each ride. Furthermore, after every laundering, apply a thin layer onto the shorts' insert. This to maintain suppleness, elasticity and antibacterial properties. Used by many professionals regardless of the brand of their shorts. ASSOS Chamois Crème – simply a must. Don't leave home without it! ASSOS Chamois Crème makes long rides more enjoyable and comfortable, by reducing friction and preventing bacterial and fungal infections on your skin. Apply a thin layer of Chamois Crème to your skin and padded insert before you ride."

or Skin Repair Gel " INDICATION?
Suitable for relieving discomfort and repairing skin damage caused by friction of the genital area against the saddle. Effective, long-acting performance due to the use of natural ingredients with an anti-irritant, skin normalizing action, which aids the normal tissue repair processes. Formula based on natural ingredients, containing no colorants, perfume or preservatives. Suitable for men and women, all skin types."

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             The whole new groupset weighs less than 1,900 grams and it includes components forged using state-of-the-art materials like carbon fiber and titanium. It is the most aggressive and best performing groupset ever built.

Super Record™ 2011: an uncomfortable position for your opponents, with a transmission system that your competition will worship and fear, as you'll always be ready to overtake, break away and take the lead. "