For the love of the Giro

Going back in time to bring the race to life [Rapha](   [SHOP   ]( [RIDE  ]( [STORIES]( [Rosa 62] ROSA 62 FOR THE LOVE OF THE GIRO This May, we’re celebrating the Giro d’Italia in its absence by revisiting the 1962 edition. We’re going back in time to bring the race to life in real time, introducing the captivating protagonists that defined the golden age of cycling, reliving its defining moments and considering how and why road racing has changed in the decades since. [MEET THE RIDERS]( BALMAMION THE EAGLE OF CANAVESE To coincide with our three-week tour through la corsa rosa, Rapha Editions are releasing the full story of Franco Balmamion’s extraordinary race to Giro victory in all its technicolor glory. Written by legendary cycling author Herbie Sykes and complete with a full archive of Gazzetta front pages and race road books, the book is coming soon available to browse now. [VIEW THE BOOK]( RECOVER IN STYLE MERINO TRANSFER T-SHIRT  Designed to make the most of every moment off the bike, the Pro Team Transfer T-shirt is made with Rapha’s renowned performance merino for comfort and breathability. The signature, super soft wool boasts the natural antibacterial and odour resistant properties and incorporates signal cuffs for visibility on the move. [SHOP NOW]( YOUR LOCAL CLUBHOUSE RIDE WITH US AROUND THE WORLD Our Clubhouses around the world connect communities of cyclists in more than 20 locations, from London to Los Angeles, Mallorca to Melbourne. While the coronavirus situation evolves rapidly, we’re keeping our website up to date with the latest information. Check for opening times, rides and events as we look forward to riding together again soon. [CHECK THE OPENINGS]( Help us make the emails we send you as relevant as possible. Make changes to your language, location and product preferences by visiting the link below.   [Edit your preferences]( AND FINALLY… Over the next three weeks, our rose-tinted Giro retrospective will relive the thrilling 1962 edition and Franco Balmamion’s quest for glory. Riding for the Carpano team, young Franco had big shoes to fill, as this label from our Icons collection explains. [Image] [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [View in web browser]( [Click here]( to update your language and communications preferences or unsubscribe. Telephone: [+44 (0) 207 485 5000](tel:+4402074855000) | Email: enquiries@rapha.cc Rapha Racing Ltd is registered in England & Wales. Registered number: 04849594. Registered office: Imperial Works, 18 Tileyard St, London N7 9AH, United Kingdom. [Privacy Policy]( | [Cookies](