It’s the final weekend of the Rapha Summer Sale – here's 10 of the best off-road cycling kit deals you can't miss
Save up to 50% on Rapha cycling kit – but move fast as the sale ends this Tuesday, September 3rd
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Rapha has had its big Summer Sale running for the last month and it's now entering the final weekend, with the sale officially ending on Tuesday, September 3rd at 23:59 BST.
The iconic British cycling brand has made the final reductions across its site including loads of its MTB and off-road riding kit, with MTB jerseys, pants, and gravel shoes all carrying big discounts.
Here at Bike Perfect, we have tested many items from the Rapha range over the years, and it has always delivered on comfort, performance, and style with many of its products taking spots as recommended products in our various buyer's guides.
I've dug around the Rapha Summer Sale on the UK and US sites and added my top ten picks on Rapha kit that I think are well worth checking out. With discounts up to 50% they won't be around for long and I suggest if you're looking to refresh your kit, you snap these Rapha deals up fast before it's all over.
Recent updates
Deals checked: 3.00 Friday August 30th
Rapha sale deals
1. Rapha Trail Shorts:
Were $160, now $80
Were £130, now £65
The best MTB shorts don't come much better than the Trail Shorts by Rapha, and Rich Owen Bike Perfects Editor summed them up by saying, "These Rapha shorts are comfortable and durable, made with a smooth fabric that feels great and moves easily over the skin as you ride. The look is pretty minimalist but the shorts have all the features you need."
Normally priced at the higher end of MTB shorts they have a superb 50% discount, available in sizes XS to XXL and three colorways.
2. Rapha Explore Shoe:
Were $315, now $220
Were £245, now £171
The Rapha Explore shoe has been the long-standing best overall gravel shoe in our gravel shoe guide. I recently put up head-to-head with the Specialized S-Works Recon shoe and the Explore still came out on top. It could be the perfect gravel shoe and I love the classic looks which are backed up with comfort, durability, and grip.
They have a 30% discount with a load of sizes in the classic Black colorway.
3. Rapha Trail Pants:
Were $180, now $90
Were £140, now £70
The Rapha Trail pants are my go-to trousers not just for riding but as an everyday essential in my wardrobe. As one of the best MTB pants around they deliver supreme comfort and performance. They are constructed using a breathable and durable weather-resistant fabric with reinforced knees that will accommodate the best MTB knee pads too.
Available in sizes XS-XXL and three colorways.
4. Rapha Explore Lightweight Jacket:
Was $160, now $80
Was £130, now £65
The Rapha Explore Lightweight jacket weighs in at a claimed 110g. It's also windproof highly compressible, compact and packs down small into its pocket – perfect for the best bikepacking adventures. It also looks great for post-ride chills or hanging out at the coffee shop.
All the sizes are available but only the color shown has the 50% reduction.
5. Rapha Trail Technical T-Shirt:
Was $80, now $60
Was £65, now £48
The Rapha Trail Technical T-Shirt is designed specifically for mountain biking, and made with recycled materials. It's also light, breathable, and sweat-wicking fabric ready to keep you cool and stylish out on the trails.
Available in sizes XS-XXL and three color choices.
6. Rapha Explore Bar Bag:
Was $80, now $40
Was £65, now £32
The Explore Bar Bag has a 2.4L capacity and is designed for carrying your ride essentials on the best gravel bike adventures. It has a PU coating on the inside and DWR treatment outside for excellent weatherproof protection and is easily attached to your bars using the self-engaging Velcro straps.
The color shown has 50% off with a Black version available but with a lesser discount.
7. Rapha Trail Hip Pack:
Was $90, now $63
Was £70, now £49
The Rapha Trail Hip Pack comes with Rapha’s classic styling and is designed to perform out on the trails. It has a capacity of 3L and it can carry two water bottles – it's a great choice for anyone on the hunt for one of the best MTB hip packs, especially at this discounted deal.
Two color choices are available Orange and Black.
8. Rapha Explore Zip Neck Pullover:
Was $145, now $58
Was £120, now £48
The Explore Zip Neck is part of the recently expanded Rapha Explore bikepacking clothing range and this stylish jersey is lightweight, wind resistant, and insulated ready for adventures on and off the bike.
Three colorways are discounted by up to 50% and various sizes from XS-XXL
9. Explore Lightweight Down Jacket:
Was $293, now $175
Was £240, now £144
The Explore Down Jacket is the perfect companion for bikepacking and the best gravel bike adventures. It uses a responsibly sourced goose-down inner, which is claimed to make it warm, super compressible, and packable.
There are two color options and various sizes available.
10. Rapha Explore Powerweave Shoe:
Were $380, now $266
Were £295, now £206
The Explore Powerweave is another great-looking shoe from Rapha that thanks to the Powerweave material upper delivers excellent levels of comfort. Bike Perfect's Graham Cottingham threw the Rapha Explore Powerweave in at the deep end by testing them on the Rapha Pennine Rally, and although they didn't quite match up to the laced Explore if you're after a Boa fastening shoe with Rapha styling then these are a worthy contender.
There are two colorways and loads of sizing to choose from.
Paul Brett joined BikePerfect as a staff writer in 2022. He has been an avid cyclist for as long as he can remember, initially catching the mountain biking bug in the 1990s, and he raced mountain bikes for over a decade before injury cut short a glittering career. An award-winning photographer, when not riding a bike, he can be found at the side of a cyclocross track or a downhill mountain bike world championship shooting the action. Paul was the founder, editor and writer of Proper Cycling magazine, and he's traveled the world interviewing some of the biggest names in mountain biking and writing about some of the biggest cycling brands.
Current rides: Canyon Inflite, Specialized Diverge, Marin Alpine Trail 2