Product news: Rapha has put three years of development work into its latest project. With special cycling shorts and newly designed seat pads for women, women should be even more comfortable, relaxed and faster on the road.
Rapha's new women's cycling shorts primarily feature completely redesigned seat pads to improve rider comfort. There are three years of work behind these newly developed seat cushions. Feedback was obtained from 38 testers, including professional cyclists and commuters, who together rode more than 15.000 km. Initial design and subsequent development of the seat pad was led by the female riders at Rapha HQ. Early prototypes were then extensively measured to ensure optimal pressure distribution.
“The sole aim of this three-year project was to improve every woman's riding experience by focusing on the heart of our bib shorts. Over the five stages of our field test, which saw 38 women ride more than 15.000km, we not only evolved the concept of the women's chamois, we redefined it.” – Maria Olsson, Design Manager, Rapha Racing
Rapha Souplesse Detachable Bib Shorts
The Souplesse Detachable Bib Shorts were created for fast training rides and racing and tested in competitions by the professional team CANYON//SRAM. The 2019 model features two relevant changes: the redesigned seat pad for female racers and the revolutionary self-centering magnetic closure. The new system allows the pants to be removed quickly and discreetly when a small need arises, which solves the basic problem of bib pants for women. The closure sits on the underside of the straps and can be opened with one hand without having to take off the jersey. The all-new chamois of the Souplesse Detachable Bibs features a thin layer of high-density foam that offers the perfect balance of comfort and function. The material of the pants, meanwhile, is softer with a balance of compression and comfort. The minimum number of seams prevents the formation of creases in the hip area and a flat rubber coating on the leg ends ensures a good hold.
Rapha Souplesse Detachable Bib Shorts features:
- quick release
The straps can be detached at the back with one hand without having to take off the jersey. - Pro team seat pad
Fully contoured and seamless for comfort at high speeds. - No seams
Tailored for fast rides with a reduced number of seams. - Rubberized leg ends
The light, flat rubber grip provides a good grip without pinching. - Superior fit
Supportive fit with high-stretch, quick-drying straps.
Rapha Women's Cargo Bib Shorts
The Rapha Womens Cargo Bib Shorts are designed to show cyclists new possibilities and to be comfortable on long distances. The pockets of the shorts hold accessories that are normally carried in the jersey. This gives you the freedom to choose a more airy top that is not weighed down by overloaded pockets on long journeys. The Rapha Cargo Bib Shorts have been put through rigorous field testing in tough conditions. The light bib shorts are suitable for temperatures up to 30°C and are made with a version of the wind and water-repellent Shadow material that dries extremely quickly. As the name suggests, the Cargo Bib Shorts are now available in a women's specific fit and have been updated with a quick-drying version of Rapha's brand new women's chamois. This offers the driver maximum comfort on long journeys.
Rapha Womens Cargo Bib Shorts Features:
- Bags
Secure mesh pockets on legs and back. - Shadow
Lightweight version of Rapha's Shadow fabric provides weather protection. - carrier part
Air-permeable straps offer a secure hold and support to the upper body. - Fast drying
Washed in the evening, dry in the morning and can therefore be used day after day.