Founded in London by cycling enthusiast Simon Mottram in 2004, Rapha became the first sportswear brand to design solid color cycling jerseys made of merino wool, revolutionizing cycling apparel into fashionable clothing. In line with the founder’s passion for cycling, Rapha’s many collections satisfy both professional and casual urban cyclists. The brand has also opened over 20 clubhouses throughout Europe, North America, and Asia to serve as community hubs for cyclists. Today, Rapha continues to contribute to cycling culture as a sponsor for events that promote the sport of cycling and foundations that inspire and empower the next generation.
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EDITOR'S LETTER
BICYCLE COMMUTING
Commuting with Rapha employees whose lives revolve around bikes
LONDON BY BIKE
Four shops rich in cycling culture and cyclist solidarity
OPINION: ALEX VALDMAN
Alex Valdman, former Creative Director of Rapha for product design
AT THE ATELIER
The innovative spirit and passion of the R&D Team and Product Team as seen at the atelier
COLLECTION
Beautiful, quality clothing for cycling culture enthusiasts
STORY LABEL
Labels revealing fascinating insights into cycling history and culture
OPINION: FRANÇOIS CONVERCEY
François Convercey, Chief Marketing Officer of Rapha for global marketing
THE CYCLING CLUB
Rapha Clubhouses and the Rapha Cycling Club embody brand and cycling values
LOOKS
How the attire of Rapha employees aligns with their lifestyles
COMMUNITY
What cycling means to Rapha Cycling Club members
HERNE HILL VELODROME
Bringing life to one of the oldest cycling tracks that is at the heart of British cycling culture
CREWS
Rapha-sponsored professional cycling teams and their momentous stories
INTERVIEW: SIMON MOTTRAM
Founder and CEO Simon Mottram talks about the history of cycling and Rapha’s brand mission
REFLECTION
The history of cycling reflected in Rapha jerseys
BRAND STORY
Rapha helms a new path for cycling clothing with its own vocabulary
MISSION
Strategies and policies that reflect Rapha’s goal to grow the overall bike market
MESSENGER
Rapha’s Creative Team delivers the spirit of cycling through visual narratives
STORYTELLING
Collaborators celebrate Rapha in images and videos
CYCLE TALK
A podcast dedicated to cycling presents the latest industry buzz
DIGEST
Figures that shed light on the cycling industry and five bike-friendly cities
ROADMAP
Cycling routes in London, Amsterdam, Seoul, and Tokyo