The Rapha Men’s Brevet Gore-Tex Rain Jacket is light, very packable and offers immense waterproofing which makes it perfect for wet days or changeable conditions. The reflective stripes are a neat touch and also have near iconic status, plus the relaxed fit makes it ideal for those who aren’t always […]
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Courtesy We live in a Golden Age of water-repellency; before nylon shells and Gore-Tex membranes, humans devised hydrophobic clothing using vinyl, oiled canvas and, before that, cured seal and whale intestines. Now, (thankfully) waterproofing happens at a molecular level with advanced membranes that keep water droplets out but let body […]
The name ‘Rapha Men’s Pro Team Insulated Gore-Tex Rain Jacket’ is hardly the whimsical work of a romantic fool, but at least you know exactly what you’re getting. Or mostly, anyway – it’s actually fantastic for more than just rain, which (slightly) offsets the enormous price. ‘Ride your bike and […]
Rapha’s Men’s Pro Team Gore-Tex Rain Jacket is a brilliant option for biblical rain. The breathability is close to that of ShakeDry jackets and the fit is excellent. I would prefer more stretch in the cuffs, though, and I’m not totally sold on the claim this jacket is meaningfully more […]