Treat due - ASSOS or RAPHA (worth it?)

velohutts

I am due a treat to self soon as opposed to a required and normal purchase !!!

I have been converted to Assos shorts and use them all the time now , never would have believed the difference or that I would spend that on shorts.

The question is re tops , I tend to use castelli tops and would like to know if Assos or Rapha are worth the difference in cost or are they a way of treating yourself.......

Having been converted to the shorts is it worth having a long term strategy to fill the wardrobe via parcels delivered elsewhere and stored in the garage for a bit.

That in itself leads to the which brand to go for re treating myself and recommendations ?

The future Mrs VH has not been subject of this pending requirement until a decision is finalised and a strategy of cost vs value has been decided on, this will then lead to a balanced and succesful discussion on the subject.
(I base this on mainly I cycled to the jewellers to collect & pay for the wedding rings)

Thanks in advance , VH.

rick_chasey

I wear rapha and have tried on Assos.

I found very little to chose from re-performance / fit, so I ended up going for rapha since I preferred the styling - I'm also a fan of the wool blend they use - which might not be for everyone.

Ben6899

I would try some on and buy what fits you best... other brands also produce big-ticket jerseys and jackets, if you're really looking for a lifetime purchase.

kevess

I'm with RC on styling and wool blend with Rapha.

Plus I've just recieved back my black "country jersey" after repair, Rapha repair free any jersey damaged in a spill and I must admit they've done a damn good job.

Hoopdriver

Another vote for Rapha jerseys.

When it comes to shorts I prefer Assos

daviesee

Just to concur - Assos shorts, Rapha jerseys.

The jerseys are premium luxury when used in conjunction with the merino base layers. (Buy as a bundle to be pretend value for money :shock: but worthwhile)

At sale prices if at all possible!

Canny Jock

I wouldn't swap my Rapha shorts for anything, but am quite happy with Torm jerseys.

daviesee

Canny Jock wrote:

I wouldn't swap my Rapha shorts for anything, but am quite happy with Torm jerseys.

Personal choice for all. Rapha shorts are good no doubt but in a straight choice it is Assos - For me.
Good shout on Torm. I would say the Rapha are a touch better though. There is not much difference in quality but there is in price.
If on a budget - go for Torm. If you can afford the splurge go for Rapha. You won't regret either.