A guide to the perfect summer ride

Time for tan lines Long, sunny days are made for riding, racing and exploring with friends. Still, summer brings its own set of challenges. Read our guide for tips and tricks to stay comfortable as the heat rises. [Read the guide]( [Classic Flyweight Jersey]( [Classic Flyweight Jersey]( [Buy now]( [Pro Team Lightweight Gilet]( [Pro Team Lightweight Gilet]( [Buy now]( [Classic Flyweight Bib Shorts]( [Classic Flyweight Bib Shorts]( [Buy now]( [Rapha Travel]( Hotting up Building towards a mountainous crescendo, the Giro heads for Italy’s cycling heartlands in its third week. With a myriad of trips to the Dolomites, the Lakes and Tuscany, take on the same storied roads on a fully supported trip of a lifetime with Rapha Travel. [See the trips]( [Pro Team Saddle]( Take a seat We’ve been designing the world’s finest bib shorts for years, yet we’ve never had control of their interaction with saddles. Until now. [Find your perfect saddle]( [Giro]( Coming to a head The Giro’s first two weeks have seen some big names fall out of contention but this weekend’s battle on the steep ramps of Monte Zoncolan could be where our overall winner emerges. Watch all the action at your local Clubhouse with screenings of both Saturday and Sunday’s stages. [See the schedule]( And finally… With success on the road comes a raft of extra attention from fans, journalists and rivals alike. Some riders respond to it well while others falter under the spotlights. All those vying for victory on the roads of Italy could do worse than observe Fausto Coppi’s code of champions. [View in web browser]( [facebook]( [twitter]( [instagram]( Telephone: [+44 (0) 207 485 5000]( | Email: enquiries@rapha.cc If you no longer wish to receive emails from Rapha, please [unsubscribe]( from our mailing list. Rapha Racing Ltd is registered in England & Wales. Registered number: 0‌4849594. Registered office: Imperial Works, 18‌ Tileyard Road, London N7 9AH, United Kingdom. ​