Chasing the Tour Divide record with Lael Wilcox

Discover our range of hot weather riding essentials [Rapha]( [SHOP   ]( [RIDE  ]( [STORIES]( CHASING RECORDS This week and next, follow ultra-endurance racer Lael Wilcox as she makes a solo attempt at the Tour Divide route, travelling from Canada to New Mexico. Riding completely unsupported, she’s aiming to set a new outright record by completing the route in under 13 days, 22 hours and 51 minutes.  [TRACK LAEL]( KEEP YOUR COOL When riding in hot and humid weather conditions, it’s important to keep things light and breezy. Our lightweight cycling jerseys and technical t-shirts deliver improved breathability to aid temperature regulation on your hottest rides. [SHOP NOW](   CORE LIGHTWEIGHT JERSEY [Buy now]( [Image](   BREVET LIGHTWEIGHT JERSEY [Buy now]( [Image](   EXPLORE TECHNICAL T-SHIRT [Buy now]( MISSION ACCOMPLISHED Congratulations to Mel Webb on achieving her #RaphaRidingGoal for 2021. Having just recovered from a leg injury, Mel rode through the Canadian Rockies, covering the 620km from Fernie to Lake Louise and back. We caught up with her to hear how it went. “Sticking to a schedule made it next to impossible to listen to the fatigue my body was feeling and the break my brain was craving. The silver lining of hitting my limit was breaking through to a new level I didn’t know was possible, and the feeling of accomplishment that came with it.” [FIND OUT MORE]( [Rapha Women's 100] WOMEN’S 100 ZWIFT TRAINING RIDES Designed by Olympic Gold medallist Dani Rowe, this four-week series of workouts aims to build your endurance and get you excited to ride the Rapha Women’s 100. Make sure you’re ready to take on our 100-kilometre riding challenge with Zwift indoor training. [FIND OUT MORE]( [JOIN A RIDE]( DITCH THE BACKPACK For improved comfort and convenience on the trails, our Trail Cargo Liner Bib Shorts are designed to work seamlessly under our Trail Shorts. Featuring our award-winning chamois technology and two rear cargo pockets to hold your essentials, these fast-wicking and durable bib liners provide an added layer of support, no matter the terrain. [SHOP NOW]( THE RAPHA FOUNDATION GROW CYCLING Established in the wake of George Floyd’s murder, the Grow Cycling Foundation is dedicated to improving diversity and inclusion in cycling. This week, we sat down with founder and former downhill racer Eliot Jackson to discuss the new foundation’s first major initiative. [FIND OUT MORE]( PRESTIGE ASPEN Earlier this August, the Rapha Prestige took to the mythic mountain passes of Aspen. Teams of four tackled 150 kilometres of tough terrain, discovering the hidden gems of Roaring Fork Valley along the way. Take a look at the event gallery now and stay tuned for a Prestige ride near you. [VIEW THE GALLERY]( …AND FINALLY For those feeling inspired by Lael’s ambitious ride, remember that the need to replenish your water store can sometimes require a little divine intervention. [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](