Rapha has launched the new Explore Gore-Tex Jacket and Explore Pants. The Explore Gore-Tex Jacket features Gore C-Knit backer technology as well as Aquaguard zips. The latest product in Rapha’s partnership with Gore-Tex, this jacket delivers ‘unparalleled breathability and ventilation with complete rain protection’. Designed to comfortably fit the Explore …
Read More »Rapha releases 2022 Impact Report
Rapha has released its 2022 Impact Report, showing the progress its made in its commitment to being a responsible company. “As a business that’s committed to a singular goal – to inspire the world to live life by bike – we’re constantly assessing our impact,” said the company. “But beyond …
Read More »Rapha launches its first merino mountain bike collectionÂ
Rapha has announced the launch of its first merino wool mountain bike collection, the Rapha Performance Trailwear line. The new range from the British premium cycling apparel brand is made from renewable materials spun from the wool of merino sheep, offering swear wicking, odour resistance, and thermoregulation. Rapha said its …
Read More »Rapha CEO William Kim to step down after 11 months at the helm
British cycling apparel brand Rapha has announced that CEO William Kim is stepping down after 11 months in the role. In a statement released on Friday, 11th November, Kim said that he would be leaving the company due to personal reasons, and that he would relocate back to Korea. Kim, …
Read More »Rapha and Palace Skateboards partner on collection to celebrate return of Tour de France Femmes
Rapha has again partnered with Palace Skateboards to create a limited-edition switch-out kit for the riders of the EF Education-TIBCO-SVB and EF Education-EasyPost teams, and an extended range of casual wear inclusive of many genderless items that have been worn by riders in between races. The design narrative of this …
Read More »Sustainability and the cycling industry: Rapha
Rapha’s sustainability manager Duncan Money tells Rebecca Morley about the brand’s sustainability strategies and why businesses need to come together
Read More »British road star Pete Kennaugh on running his own cycling business
British road star Pete Kennaugh retired from racing in 2019 following years of mental health struggles. Rebecca Morley speaks with the 32-year-old about the next chapter – running his own cycling business
Read More »Rapha invests in LeBlanq, joining Specialized as new official partners for 2022
Rapha has invested in LeBlanq and will be its exclusive apparel partner going forward, with further investment confirmed from Simon Mottram, Simon Kimble and Tim Ashton. LeBlanq, a luxury cycling trip organiser, has also signed Specialized as the brand’s official bike partner for 2022 and renewed partnerships from its launch …
Read More »Trendspotting 2022: Gravel, a transport revolution, and the Olympic legacy
BikeBiz editor Alex Ballinger gets insight from industry leaders on the hot trends for the coming year
Read More »End of an era: Simon Mottram on stepping down as Rapha CEO after 17 years
After 17 years at the helm, Simon Mottram is stepping down as Rapha CEO. Alex Ballinger sits down with the London-based founder to talk past, present and future
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