One of our first questions when Rapha released its strikingly bold race kit for the new Canyon//SRAM race team, launched at the beginning of 2016, was would it be available in a men’s version. And now we have the answer, as today Rapha has released a men’s range including jersey, base layer and socks.

Rapha designed the kit for the newly launched women’s race team, sponsored by Canyon and SRAM, with Rapha, of course, supplying the kit. The bold graphic designed, which Rapha says was “inspired by the tessellated effect of layered hazard tape,” was also used on the Canyon bikes, making this one of the best-looking setups in women’s professional racing. Certainly easier to spot.

– Bikes and equipment from the women’s Tour of Flanders

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rapha canyon sram jersey (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)

The funny thing is, there was a huge amount of interest from men wanting to buy the kit. Now you can, but Rapha has only released a Men’s Canyon//SRAM Core Jersey and Pro Team Base Layer – there’s no bib short to match.

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rapha sram canyon socks (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)

The jersey is based on the regular Core jersey, a more affordable top that the British brand released earlier this year. It’s available in six sizes and made from a soft and light stretch fabric with a full-length zip, three pockets and laser-cut grippers lined with silicone. It costs £75. 

– Review: Rapha Men’s Core Jersey

The Pro Team Base Layer is used for this special Canyon//SRAM edition, with a sleeveless design using a breathable mesh body with stretch Lycra side panels and a skin-tight fit. It costs £45. 

Other items added to the range include socks in a choice of lengths and colour options. They cost £15. There’s a new Snood, which is basically a neck warmer for cooler days. It’s made from Primaloft and costs £15.

You can see the full range at www.rapha.cc