Come this spring, the growing family of Rapha Caps will increase by three, additions that are lighter weight than previous versions. The cycling clothing company also notes that the Cycling Cap can be worn under the helmet, the brim acting doubly as a sun visor and deterrent from the elements. However, the cap also looks good without the helmet and can be worn about town.

More looks at the prints after the jump.

Designed in collaboration with Andrew Todd, the Gentleman’s Cap from Rapha is an essential for the passionate cycler. Heck, it’s an essential for any man. Available in three exclusive designs, each cap style boasts its own unique signature features. The Feather cap is made from grey Melton wool and finished with a black grosgrain ribbon stripe down the centre. The Waxed cap, meanwhile, is water resistant, comes with its own enamel pin and is finished with mesh eyelets. The polka dot cap is rendered in a pattern familiar to fans and riders alike and is finished with a satin ribbon. All the caps have fully bound seams and are lined with anti-bacterial tape to wick sweat and keep your head dry.

Rapha actually did a Q&A with Mr. Todd which you can read here. The hats are currently available at Rapha for $60.

More images after the jump. 

By now, you’ve surely noticed our love for bicycles. This video we came across over at Rapha gets our juices flowing even more while leaving us yearning for more. The roadwear maker’s Gentlemen’s Race is a yearly expedition that varies in length and, at times, in location. This year’s East Coast race was phenomenal (or so we’ve heard), with plenty of climbs and an endless barrage of challenges.

The Catskills course of 122-miles with three major climbs, and a constant barrage of rollers was chosen because of the challenge it presented to our Rapha Continental NE riders last year. The ‘Gunks’, the seemingly endless climb up Mohonk around mile 90, and the world’s largest garden gnome were something at least a few of us had seen before. Put together in a different way and with some added mileage, the idea of the 6-person team race happening on the quiet roads around New Paltz fit perfectly.

Well, don’t take our word for it, or their’s, for that matter. Hit the jump and check out the video. 

Last month, Independent Fabrication sent out two SSR Rapha frames for the Rapha Racing team in NYC. All of the frames IF makes for or in conjunction with Rapha get the sterling silver Rapha headbadge, cast by the crafter’s jewelers in Maine. Each frame and fork has painted in graphics and polished stainless steel rear ends. Both frames are also blessed with the rider’s name, and for Rapha’s Racing team, it seems the squad’s filled with two interesting characters that go by Cranky and North.

More images after the jump.  

Selectism has put us on to Jack Spade’s new retail concept in collaboration with Jimbo the Mechanic, Rapha cycling gear, and Landmark Bikes. Jack and Jimbo’s Bike Shop is a 600 sq ft store off Bleecker Street in the West Village that features select pieces from the renowned Rapha cycling collection as well as vintage bicycles from Landmark Vintage Bicycle Shop. On the other side of the shop, expect to see season Jack Spade products including bags, accessories, and an edited selection of ties, outerwear, and apparel.