Rapha, nice but a bit pricey?

I found Rapha just after xmas, ended spending more with them than I had spent in the last three years combined...

I'm a bit of a slut around Rapha.
And that's a bad thing because....?

anyone ever buy their jeans also at 150quid are they in any way worth it?

if you want decent jeans go to the proper selvedge jeans thread >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

edwin ftw apparently ;-)

Right I need a Gilet, the Rapha ones look nice, but pricey. Not sure between the lighter one or the softshell, else there's a slew of decent gilets at about 30-40 folding, should I pay the extra for the Rapha ones? After loving my softshell all winter, got a hankering after the softshell gilet for those spring mornings and fast descents

Have had one of these (or similar) for 2+ years. Can't fault it

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=78931

bought the rapha gilet for the pockets. When I go out with a gilet - I keep it on for the whole ride and usually wear over a wool baselayer without pockets -

Ipso fatso I needed a gilet with multiple pockets - not one big one and not none - and I dont think I found another with multiple pockets when I was searching. The rapha has 3 rear pockets. Otherwise I would have bought that Mavic one myself.

just something to think about - most gilets dont have pockets as most people go to their jersey pockets and don't ride with a gilet on all of the time .

got 2 pairs of the jeans in bundles. First pair because 'why not', second pair because Rosie was like OMFG BEST JEANS EVER. And you know. Im assuming she's not just lying to me ;-p

Hmm lost my merino hat. Damn god knows where that's gone. I know I won't need it for a few months now (hopefully) but that's besides the point.

Found it Friday night before Saturdays ride. Needed it as well when I left the house, well before I warmed up anyway.

bought the rapha gilet for the pockets. When I go out with a gilet - I keep it on for the whole ride and usually wear over a wool baselayer without pockets -

Ipso fatso I needed a gilet with multiple pockets - not one big one and not none - and I dont think I found another with multiple pockets when I was searching. The rapha has 3 rear pockets. Otherwise I would have bought that Mavic one myself.

just something to think about - most gilets dont have pockets as most people go to their jersey pockets and don't ride with a gilet on all of the time .

Was the lightweight gilet or the softshell?

lightweight gillet only has two pockets

Ok, I definitely haz a small mens softshell for sellz. £100.
I'll take photos and put up a proper ad tomorrow, but just a heads up to the dedicated. ;)

Mm, very tempted, if I had any cash I'd be on this. Black?

Yes black and I've already had pm's.
Best jacket I've ever owned.

I'm also selling the second best jacket I've owned, a campag one for about £35, but I'll stop spamming the Raphwah thread.

Oh, and my jacket came with a slightly larger than usual musette which I love!

Just got given a pair of the jeans for my birthday. I must say, they are nice...

Was the lightweight gilet or the softshell?

Yeah - I am tarded - I have the lightweight gilet - two pockets - got confused as I have been using the softshell jacket lately - 3 pockets.

That being said - the two pockets in the lightweight gilet take a tube, pump, phone, keys without problem.

bought on sale and worth every pence for me

Anyone got a Rapha Germany top in XL or XXL they'd like to sell me? PM me if so.

$200 for a pair of shorts
fuck me they should get themselves down on bond street with all the other waaaay overpriced retailers

it is nice though

$200 for a pair of shorts
fuck me they should get themselves down on bond street with all the other waaaay overpriced retailers

They don't make enough money to be on Bond Street. Even the cheaper end would bankrupt them.

bought the rapha gilet for the pockets. When I go out with a gilet - I keep it on for the whole ride and usually wear over a wool baselayer without pockets -

Ipso fatso I needed a gilet with multiple pockets - not one big one and not none - and I dont think I found another with multiple pockets when I was searching. The rapha has 3 rear pockets. Otherwise I would have bought that Mavic one myself.

just something to think about - most gilets dont have pockets as most people go to their jersey pockets and don't ride with a gilet on all of the time .

I have a...ahem, white lightweight gilet, and it's brilliant. A little waterproof, a lot wind proof, and good storage. Highly recommended. It rolls up small too.

A white gilet? Are you John Travolta?

euro tart

White makes you visible. It's all about stayin alive.

Only cunts wear white.

And whatever colour your away kit is.

And third kit.

And goalie kit.

Football thread

Loser

Ha!

i am now the proud owner of a rapha mac softshell.. a beautiful cut garment, sod the expense you only live once.. now for those custom built H+SON sl42 matt black rims c/w halo hubs to complete my raw titanium frame, carbon bars/forks/stem/seat post

#iamafrickinghipsterarrggh