Tried & tested

Tried and tested: Rapha Women’s Classic Bike Jersey & Arm Warmers
I was super excited to test this Rapha Cycling Jersey & Arm Warmers, and they definitely lived up to my expectations. They were put to the test on a chilly February morning and passed with flying colours!
Score: 4.5/5
Cycling Jersey & Arm Warmers

The Rapha Performance Range is beautifully designed, stylish, functional and an effective piece of training kit.

With a Merino Wool mix the Classic top is incredibly warm & comfortable to wear, and feels great when you are cycling.

This image shows the short sleeve top and black arm warmers (sold separately) worn together.

Cycling Jersey

If its a bit cooler, you can wear a base layer under the cycling Jersey (as shown) then add your arm warmers for those chilly early morning starts. I can't wait till spring when I can wear it alone!

The silhouette is very feminine as it is shaped beautifully at the waist.

The collar is just the right height and does not rub at the neck at all.

Cycling Jersey & Arm Warmers

This image shows the cream arm warmers that come with the classic jersey. I love the fact that they contrast with the black top. The other colourway available is a lovely retro red shade, which also comes with the cream arm warmers.

The arm warmers have a really comfortable gripper elastic that does not pinch or rub.

The inside of the fabric is brushed and feels great against the skin.
GOOD POINTS:
- Extremely warm, yet breathable and suitable for many weather conditions.
- The styling is great and has a really feminine silhouette, plus the stretch material is really comfortable to ride in.
- The attention to detail is brilliant. There are three main cargo pockets, an elastic waist band with drawstring, a full zip and reflective tabs.
- The arm warmers are a great addition. The soft gripper elastic to keeps them in place and the brushed fleece inner lining feels lovely.
- Rapha offer an amazing service with a free 90 day returns policy to test your kit, and free repairs if any kit is damaged in a cycling accident – pretty good policies!

BAD POINTS
- Arm warmers were only just long & small enough, but I do have exceptionally long arms!
- Price may put some people off but Merino Wool is durable and I am sure the kit will last well past the investment, so don’t be put off.

Price: Classic Bike Jersey with arm warmers £125, black arm warmers sold separately £40.
Colours: Black or red with cream arm warmers
Sizing: XXS - XL
Fabric: Polyester, Merino Wool, Elastane
More Info: www.rapha.cc

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