Apr 12, 2014 at 03:09 AM
DM me if you are having any zipper or chamois issues.
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Apr 17, 2014 at 01:50 AM
Has anybody heard of Search & State before? Apparently cycling apparel made in NYC. Seems like Rapha for the Made in America set.
Apr 17, 2014 at 01:19 PM
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Apr 20, 2014 at 02:34 PM
Well, it's happened to me too. Lost a zipper pull/connector thingy on one of my stretchy long-sleeve jerseys. Except it's one of the old designs, so I can't exactly claim manufacturing defect (although to be honest this has never happened on any of my other jerseys--many of which are much older).
So, for an otherwise good jersey, I think a zipper replacement is in order. If memory serves, JP you have a lady who is good with sewing and the stretchy fabric?
Apr 20, 2014 at 09:09 PM
Apr 21, 2014 at 02:18 PM
Through another cyclist, I became acquainted with a women who I was lead to believe was sewing/repairing costumes for theatrical productions.Marc Bertucco said:
Well, it's happened to me too. Lost a zipper pull/connector thingy on one of my stretchy long-sleeve jerseys. Except it's one of the old designs, so I can't exactly claim manufacturing defect (although to be honest this has never happened on any of my other jerseys--many of which are much older).
So, for an otherwise good jersey, I think a zipper replacement is in order. If memory serves, JP you have a lady who is good with sewing and the stretchy fabric?
Jocelyn Wilkes (212) 787-2548 she's on 64th between CPW and broadway. Call first.
Apr 26, 2014 at 01:31 AM
For those who can't fit Champ-Sys gloves and like zero padding, this is an option.
got a pair already.
Apr 26, 2014 at 11:15 AM
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Apr 26, 2014 at 11:58 AM
Track. Suits.
Apr 26, 2014 at 12:15 PM
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Apr 26, 2014 at 10:44 PM
Top. Hats.
Apr 27, 2014 at 04:40 AM
Tuxedos!
Apr 29, 2014 at 12:42 AM
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Apr 29, 2014 at 02:47 AM
For me, I try to scrub that stuff out by hand with water ASAP. As in, find a bathroom with running water immediately after the race and rinse/rub/rinse/rub. At Gloucester, they have outdoor showers near the bike washing station and I stand under them. Regular bike wash stations, if I'm really muddy, I get in line twice, once for the bike, once for the kit so grumpy cat 4s don't get mad at me for taking up too much time in line.Gwynna Smith said:Okay 'crossers, spring classic riders, and other playing-in-the-dirt types: tips for getting the mud out of our pretty pretty kit? So far I only have a few small spots, but I know a season of mountain biking is going to take its toll. Help!
Apr 29, 2014 at 03:05 AM
"Shout for set-in stains" or spray & wash
Apr 29, 2014 at 03:33 PM
I've used the OxyiClean Max Force stain remover spray with great success. That stuff will get out just about anything, even a few hours after.
Apr 29, 2014 at 03:44 PM
I use WD40 on anything soap doesn't eventually get out. Then I smell like WD40 which matches the constant smell of bearing grease and sunblock I carry around with me during the summer like pigpen.
Apr 29, 2014 at 03:58 PM
After rainy rides when my jersey is a Jackson Pollock of dirt and oil, I'll soak everything in a bucket of highly concentrated OxyClean (double the recommended scoops of powder) overnight, then rinse and spot treat any remaining stains w/ spray stain remover (OxyiClean Max Force!). Forgot to do this to my thermal jacket this winter and now I'm stuck w/ a Dalmatian look 
For regular ol' dirt and mud, I just rinse in water, spot treat anything that looks "stubborn" and wash as normal.
For regular ol' dirt and mud, I just rinse in water, spot treat anything that looks "stubborn" and wash as normal.I've never been able to keep my KCC socks white though. That's why I now own like 12 pairs.
Apr 29, 2014 at 04:31 PM
^OxyClean is apparently the secret. Soak all your clothes in it and you'll climb faster.
Apr 29, 2014 at 05:45 PM
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Apr 29, 2014 at 08:08 PM
Convinced and done. Oxiclean now in the house. Please do not discuss Rapha until my next credit card billing cycle.
Apr 30, 2014 at 01:36 PM
OH YES YES YES YES YES I MUST HAVE! Pink + Doping = Perfect:
http://www.rapha.cc/us/en/shop/pantani-jersey/product/PTI01
http://www.rapha.cc/us/en/shop/pantani-jersey/product/PTI01
May 01, 2014 at 06:09 PM
The print edition of cyclocross magazine conducted a comparison of various cleaning strategies and products and came to the conclusion that the best way to avoid set in stains was to rinse out the mud etc with water after the race so the stains would not set in.
Beat part of this advice is that it does not cost anything
Beat part of this advice is that it does not cost anything
May 03, 2014 at 04:07 PM
Time has value!
May 03, 2014 at 11:32 PM
Brendan you can have your $0.02 back, Patrick doesn't need em.
May 04, 2014 at 05:31 PM
I bought that fucking Pantani Rapha jersey (Hey, it came with a free pink bandana!).
Can you guys check me into a Rapha-addiction rehab clinic? Thanks, dudes and dudettes.
Can you guys check me into a Rapha-addiction rehab clinic? Thanks, dudes and dudettes.
May 04, 2014 at 06:27 PM
The first step is admitting you have a problem.Jeff Owens said:I bought that fucking Pantani Rapha jersey (Hey, it came with a free pink bandana!).
Can you guys check me into a Rapha-addiction rehab clinic? Thanks, dudes and dudettes.
May 04, 2014 at 06:48 PM
and your life has become unmanageable....
May 04, 2014 at 09:12 PM
You were had. No waterproof pill pocket, no syringe holster, no ampoule protection.Jeff Owens said:I bought that fucking Pantani Rapha jersey (Hey, it came with a free pink bandana!).
Can you guys check me into a Rapha-addiction rehab clinic? Thanks, dudes and dudettes.
May 04, 2014 at 10:01 PM
My Saturday Alpine - 9W - Piermont ride observations lead me to conclude that a Rapha kit it is now an essential item for the beginner cyclist.