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Rapha Winter Jersey
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4 out of 5 stars

"Fantasic detail and good fit: an excellent jersey "

By Paul Smith

Rapha has a reputation for making some truly excellent kit (maybe not including the somewhat camp 'manbag'), so this jersey has a lot to live up to.

Contrary to what a lot of people expect from Rapha though, this is not a pure wool jersey. Sensibly, it is a mix of polyester and wool with a little elastane thrown in for good measure.

In terms of detail this is a fantastic jersey. There are three rear pockets, one of them zipped and lined with the same material that their jacket is made from (making it waterproof). The fit is good too, with nice long sleeves and a rounded drop tail at the rear.

Out on the bike in the recent driving winds, the jersey managed to find that fine balance between being either too much like a jacket or too much like a traditional thinner jersey, and the long venting zips located towards either side of the chest open up to allow a reasonable amount of extra cooling should you get too hot.

Manufacturers description

The Rapha Sportwool TM winter jersey has been designed to keep you riding through the worst of the winter. Made from a brush-backed, stretch Sportwool (70% polyester, 26% wool, 4% elastane), it can be worn as an outer layer on cold, dry rides. The Sportwool provides great insulation, but also wicks sweat keeping you dry and warm. Two mesh-lined, zipped vents on the front provide ventilation on warmer days. Paired with a base layer and Softshell jacket it will keep the worst storms at bay. The jersey has a classic, slim fit and is cut long at the back and arms. The collar is shaped for comfort on the bike – high at the front, long at the back. The full-length zip has a lock-down puller and is lined with Sportwool. The cuffs are shaped and lined with fleece. Three pockets on the back offer flexible storage for winter ride essentials.

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Specification

Name:
Winter Jersey
Built by:
Rapha
Price:
n/a
Anti-Microbial:
No
Loose Fit:
Yes
No. of Pockets:
2
Reflective Piping/Accents:
No
Clothing Material:
Elastane, Polyester, Wool
Clothing Sizes Available:
L, M, S, XXL
Available Colours:
Black
Available In (Mens/Womens):
Mens
Care Instructions:
Machine-Washable
Fastening Type:
Full-Zip
Sleeve Type:
Long-sleeved
Layer Type:
Outer

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