The new Crit collection - Available now

Reflective dots patterns, a race-ready fit and dual-layer pockets combine in a collection that fit for the crits. [Rapha](   [SHOP   ]( [RIDE  ]( [STORIES]( NEW CRIT COLLECTION The cut and thrust of crit racing is a world away from three-week wars at the Grand Tours. But this distinct discipline is deserving of dedicated kit, so for this season we’ve overhauled our purpose-built collection with a reflective design inspired by a racer’s eye view of the road. [SEE THE COLLECTION]( [VIEW THE FEATURE]( [Image](   PRO TEAM CRIT JERSEY [Buy now]( [Image](   PRO TEAM CRIT BIB SHORTS [Buy now]( [Image](   PRO TEAM CRIT TECHNICAL T-SHIRT [Buy now]( CLASSIC GLASSES STORY OF THE SHOOT The new Classic Glasses are modelled on icons from yesteryear but made with the latest, lightweight materials and our all-new contrast-enhancing ROSE lens technology. To put our latest pair through its paces, we set out to explore San Francisco, renowned for its blend of busy streets, open spaces and notoriously steep, suburban climbs. To find out more, read the full report now. [SHOP NOW]( [READ MORE]( RAPHA CUSTOM TEAM YACHT CLUB This Austin-based team was one of the first to create their kit using the Rapha Custom online tool but their standout design remains one of the most eye-catching we’ve ever made. With patterning inspired by a nineties superteam and just about every colour in the rainbow incorporated, TYC show what’s possible with our intuitive tool. And with a bespoke design service now also available, there’s never been a better time to design your dream kit. [START DESIGNING]( CANYON//SRAM LE TOUR VIRTUEL Last weekend, CANYON//SRAM set off like superheroes in the Virtual Tour de France, flying onto the podium in all four jersey classifications. Tanja Erath wore the green jersey after stage one and Ella Harris set a monumental pace on stage two to place eighth overall. To get your racing fix, you can follow the event live this Saturday and Sunday from 14.45 CEST. [WATCH NOW]( 20% OFF LIFESTYLE COLLECTIONS Life as a cyclist doesn’t stop when your ride does. Inspired by icons of old but made with modern materials, our lifestyle collections cater to all aspects of your life beyond the bike. Shop now to make the most of our reductions across the range. [SHOP NOW]( …AND FINALLY Of the many things that will be different about this year’s Tour de France, the absence of the publicity caravan will be perhaps the most obvious. As the race prepares to take a break from the blaring music and cut back on casting commercial comestibles into hedgerows,  we consider the caravan’s history and find that there’s more than meets the eye. [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](