Rapha Lightweight long sleeve base layer

Rapha Women´s Lightweight Long Sleeve Base Layer

Master your microclimate and elevate your performance in warm weather with the Rapha Women´s Lightweight Long Sleeve Base Layer. Engineered as the ultimate foundation for your cycling apparel, this essential piece is a lightweight, breathable, and sweat-wicking base layer for hot conditions. Designed specifically for the female cyclist, it works tirelessly to keep you comfortable, dry, and focused when the temperature and intensity rise, making it an indispensable part of your kit for summer epics, intense training sessions, and humid climates.

The primary function of this long-sleeve base layer is exceptional moisture management. The advanced technical fabric actively and efficiently pulls perspiration away from your skin, distributing it across the outer surface for rapid evaporation. This process is crucial for preventing the clammy, chilled feeling that can occur during a brief stop or on a long descent after a hard climb. By keeping your skin dry, you maintain a more stable and comfortable core temperature, allowing you to push your limits without distraction.

Effective temperature regulation is key to performance in the heat. This base layer excels in regulating your body temperature in hot and humid conditions, ensuring you never overheat. Its featherlight construction and open-knit structure promote maximum airflow, working in synergy with your outer jersey to create a cooling effect. The long-sleeve design offers an added layer of sun protection for your arms without adding bulk or trapping heat, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of sunny conditions.

Comfort is paramount, especially on long days in the saddle. This piece is crafted to provide a soft and comfortable next-to-skin feel, serving as the perfect protective layer between your skin and your bib straps or jersey. It helps to completely eliminate chafing and irritation that can be caused by friction and sweat buildup. The classic round neckline and a fit designed without a zipper ensure a smooth, bulk-free profile under any jersey, delivering a seamless and forgettable feel that lets you focus purely on the ride ahead. Its specific design is engineered to sit close to the skin and integrate perfectly under all jerseys in Rapha’s extensive range. To stay fresh on multi-day adventures or during your hardest efforts, the fabric is finished with anti-bacterial treatments.

Key Features:

* Lightweight Material: Works to actively and efficiently wick sweat away from the skin to keep you dry.
* Temperature Regulation: Superb performance in regulating your body temperature in hot and humid conditions.
* Versatile Performance: Perfectly matched to a wide range of conditions, from intense climbs to warm-weather cruising.
* Next-to-Skin Comfort: A soft and comfortable layer designed to be worn under your bibs and jersey to prevent chafing when you sweat.
* Optimal Use: Wear with lightweight jerseys (under bib straps) in hot weather for maximum benefit.
* Seamless Fit: Designed to sit close to the skin, fitting perfectly under all jerseys in Rapha’s range.
* Enhanced Breathability: Lightweight and breathable fabric construction adds exceptional comfort and thermoregulation.
* Stay Fresher: Anti-bacterial and wicking treatments are applied to the fabric to maintain freshness for longer.

Technical Specifications:

* Materials: 100% recycled polyester

Care Instructions:

* Machine Wash at 30ºC
* Do Not Bleach
* Tumble Dry Cool
* Do Not Iron
* Do Not Dry Clean
* Wash Similar Colours Together
* Do Not Iron Print