Rapha reshapes their performance cycling sunglasses line-up with three new styles that are generally smaller and less flashy than their prior eyewear collections. The new half-frame Reis and frameless Letras shades wrap close around the rider’s face for a sleek look. While the curvy Dalton sunnies evoke a bit of retro styling that looks good off the bike, but still keeps the wind out of your eyes while zipping down road or trail…
2024 Rapha Eyewear adds 3 new cycling sunglasses styles
Taking their names from 3 iconic places to ride your bike, Rapha’s new 2024 Eyewear Collection branches out with all-new cycling sunglasses styles. Each with 4 lens tint options, optimized for a wide range of light conditions.
The new frames are all made with bio-based plastics and feature grippy Megol nose & temple contact points to keep them in place when you get soaked from rain or sweat. Each gets contrast-enhancing lens tech in addition to UV-protection, anti-fog, anti-scratch, and hydrophobic lens coatings. The Reis and Dalton even use interchangeable lenses, so you can snap in specific lenses to suit daily riding conditions.
Whether you are looking for new shades for training, racing, or exploring a bit further off the beaten path, the new 2024 Rapha Eyewear collection offers more options to keep the wind and sun out of your eyes. And to look styling, on- or off-the-bike.
Letras frameless wrap-around cycling sunglasses
The freeform one-piece shield lens Letras take their name from the “world’s longest climb for road cyclists”, Colombia’s Alto de Letras that tops out after around 80km at almost 3700m above sea level, high in the Andes.
The new Rapha Letras sunglasses sell for $205 / £160 / 180€.
“Lightweight frameless cycling glasses with high-contrast Rapha lens technology. Freeform shield designed to see and ride further“
- Awareness: Frameless freeform shield lens for an extended field of vision
- Clarity: Proprietary contrast-enhancing lens technology helps hazard perception and adapt to variations in terrain and light conditions
- Super lightweight: Frameless design and materials provides weightless feel
- Versatility: Work with a range of face shapes
- Breathability: Strategically placed ventilation and airflow
- Protection: Freeform shield design offers increased protection from UV rays, road spray and debris
- Built for performance in racing bike positions
- Two-point snap lock hinges
- Interchangeable high-grip nose pieces in two sizes
- Made in Italy: from high-strength Rilsan G820 Rnew high-performance polymer (62% bio-based) with polycarbonate lens
- Dimensions: A – 46mm | B – 19mm | C – 140mm | D (Arm length) – 102mm. Base Curve – 7×4 Freeform
- Weight: 23g
Reis half-frame wrap-around cycling sunglasses
The lightweight, frameless Reis gets its name from the Coll De Cal Reis often described as one of road riding’s most picturesque climbs even though it is only 682m high, but more familiarly known as Mallorca’s twisty Sa Calobra with its unique spiral bridge near the coast.
The new Rapha Reis sunglasses sell for $205 / £160 / 180€. Separate replaceable lenses sell for $80 / £65 / 75€ per set.
“Engineered for greater perception, a pair of performance cycling glasses for protection and clarity when training and racing“
- Awareness: Freeform one-piece shield lens extends your field of vision
- Clarity: Contrast-enhancing lens technology helps identify hazards and adapt to changes in terrain and light conditions
- Stability: Half-framed design for stable fit and lens interchangeability
- Versatility: Work with a range of face shapes.
- Protection: Shield design protects from UV, wind and road spray
- Built for performance in racing bike positions
- Two-point snap lock hinges
- Interchangeable high-grip nose pieces in two sizes
- Made in Italy: from high-strength Rilsan G820 Rnew high-performance polymer (62% bio-based) with polycarbonate lens
- Dimensions: A – 51mm | B – 21mm | C – 147mm | D (Arm length) – 102mm. Base Curve – 8 Spherical
- Weight: 28g
Dalton full-frame classically-styled cycling sunglasses
The versatile Dalton is named for the 666km long mostly gravel Dalton Highway that crosses the remote Alaskan wilderness, and happened to feature on the first episode of the BBC’s World’s Most Dangerous Roads series. Their wrapped design extends eye protection, and a removable neck strap keeps them around when it’s time to ditch the shades.
The new Rapha Dalton sunglasses sell for $180 / £140 / 160€. Separate replaceable lenses sell for $55 / £45 / 51€ per set.
“Performance cycling glasses created for all riding and adventure conditions. Versatile and adaptable lenses for every mode on and off the bike“
- Adaptability: Interchangeable lenses for every condition
- Versatility: engineered to suit a spectrum of face shapes and all modes of adventure
- Clarity: Contrast-enhancing lens helps hazard perception and adapt to variations in terrain and light conditions
- Curvature: Wrapped design protects eyes and extends field of vision
- Adjustable: Removable adjustable neck strap
- Two-point snap lock hinges
- Interchangeable high-grip nose pieces in two sizes
- Removable adjustable neck strap
- Made in Italy: from high-strength Rilsan G820 Rnew high-performance polymer (62% bio-based) with polycarbonate lens
- Dimensions: A – 47mm | B – 9mm | C – 140mm | D (Arm length) – 123mm. Base Curve – 7×4 Freeform
- Weight: 28g (without strap) 32g (with strap)
2024 Rapha Eyewear – Availability
All three new styles of 2024 Rapha Eyewear officially launch today with early-access RCC members. And they’ll be available to the public tomorrow March 20th at noon GMT.
