Rapha: The Inside Story

Presented by founder Simon Mottram, this film tracks the success story of Rapha. From a humble start in 2004 to a hundred-million pound turnover in 2021, Rapha has become far more than just a premium sportswear brand; as we discover, they are on a mission to change the sport.

With exclusive insights from the likes of Mark Cavendish and Sir Paul Smith, as well as behind the scenes access at the Rapha HQ to learn how the products are made, this film reveals a company – and passionate leader – at the front of the cycling industry, and still pushing hard.

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[jesuscabrera]

It was an interesting watch, though in my opinion not talking about the financial struggles and sell out to the Walton's fails to give the whole picture.

[LOGICAL-JAY]

After walmart brought the company it seens like theyve been cutting corners on the quality of jerseys..i noticed it with the recent brevet line. The cut is different and they got rid of certain pockets as well as use cheaper materials..

[paddyotoole]

Every time I’m on the road and pass someone wearing Rapha gear I cringe and also feel slightly sorry for them.

[Chrry]

If you're a Rapha fan you will know pretty much everything they discussed in the movie. Not really a groundbreaking origin story. More of a rehash of everything you've heard Simon go on about for the past decade and a half. Also I loathe I've had to give money to GCN to watch this. They're literally the antithesis of Rapha's vision.

[jackm]

I feel Rapha has just helped cycling feel more elitist and exclusive. It's just lycra!