There is nothing glamorous about getting caught in a torrential downpour on your bike. It鈥檚 cold, wet, and can be scary slick. But if you鈥檙e serious about training, there are times when you just have to ride in the rain. 聽
Thanks to Rapha鈥檚 , those miserable sessions are slightly more bearable. I found the company鈥檚 old rain jacket protected me during drizzles in the Italian Alps, cloudbursts in Vermont, and windy rides in Idaho. The newest iteration is even better, with waterproof and breathable fabrics seam taped to keep you dry even during serious storms. 聽聽聽
Rapha added 3-ply fabric on the sleeves to make the jacket feel less clammy on your skin. The new version is lightweight and packable鈥攊t fits easily into a jersey pocket, and I found I still had room for a tool and a bar.
The reflective left armband is a Rapha signature. The trim and logo are also reflective, and the zipped front side pocket will accommodate a wallet or other valuables. My favorite feature? The offset zip that won鈥檛 chafe your chin on cold, blustery days.
$295,