Rapha Core Winter Tights With Pad — Women's Road Cycling

Legs made from stretchy brushed-back fleece to keep your muscles warm

Bib upper made from a lighter, stretchier fabric for comfort and to let perspiration escape

Flat, contoured seams borrowed from Rapha's best-selling Core Bib Short stay in place through your full range of motion

Dual-density, size-specific chamois, the same pad used in the Women's Core Bib Short

Designed for training and commuting on cold roads

These tights are for women who want a reliable, warm bib tight for everyday riding through the cooler months, whether that's training loops, weekend road rides, or commuting. Rapha's specifications rate them for 6–12°C [VERIFY: Rapha's description calls them winter tights, while the spec table lists spring and autumn], with an insulation rating of 4/5 and a windproof rating of 3/5. They aren't waterproof, so they're best suited to dry or lightly damp days. Pair them with a thermal base layer and winter jacket as temperatures drop.

Our team at Fresh Air will help you find the right size and fit in-store at both Kelowna locations. Stop by to talk gear and activity with one of our experienced staff members, or call 250-763-3425.

Q1: How does Rapha sizing run — true to size, or should I size up/down?
Rapha lists these tights as an Endurance fit. A Road.cc review featured on Rapha's product page found they came up pretty much true to size, with comfortable, stretchy bib straps. Sizes run XXS to XL. To confirm your size, try them on in-store at either Fresh Air location.

Q2: Are these tights suitable for cold Okanagan fall and winter rides?
Yes, for cool to cold days. Rapha rates them for 6–12°C, with strong insulation (4/5) and moderate wind protection (3/5). That covers many Okanagan fall mornings and milder winter days. Water resistance is low (1/5) and they aren't waterproof, so for wet roads or temperatures near freezing, add rain protection or choose a warmer, more weather-resistant tight.

Q3: How do I care for brushed fleece fabric to maintain performance?
Gentle machine wash at 30°C with a non-bio detergent. Do not bleach, tumble dry, iron, or dry clean. Air drying protects the brushed fleece backing and the stretch of the fabric. Composition is 83% polyamide and 17% elastane.

83% polyamide

17% elastane