Rapha Essentials Accessories Case - Can You Fit a Waterproof Jacket Inside?
buckmulligan
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Hi, I bought a Rapha Core waterproof jacket in their sale a few weeks back and tomorrow's wet weather forecast will probably be it's first outing.
It doesn't come with a stuff sack, so just wondering the best way of carrying it rather than just folding it up and trying to stuff it in a pocket? I was looking at the Rapha Essentials case and was wondering if you could fit one in there?
Seems like a good solution; keep it in there until the rain hits and then you can take it out and put your phone/valuables in there instead. Has anyone tried this?
It doesn't come with a stuff sack, so just wondering the best way of carrying it rather than just folding it up and trying to stuff it in a pocket? I was looking at the Rapha Essentials case and was wondering if you could fit one in there?
Seems like a good solution; keep it in there until the rain hits and then you can take it out and put your phone/valuables in there instead. Has anyone tried this?
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As for folding it up, sure that's an option, but I'm all about saving faff and given the number of times I envisage wanting to take it with me over the next 6-8 months of autumn, winter and spring, I'd say finding a way of keeping it packed rather than folding it up every single time is a worthwhile endeavour.
Each to their own.
If you do use a pouch of some sort you have to take the jacket out after every ride anyway otherwise it will go mouldy from the sweat exposure.
(20 seconds of stuffing, squeezing and zip pulling later)...
Yes. At a squeeze. But I think it will put undue pressure on the zip as that's not what the case is designed for. Plus you would run the risk of damaging the jacket when you are zipping it open and closed.
"Seems like a good solution; keep it in there until the rain hits and then you can take it out and put your phone/valuables in there instead."
:?
What would you be keeping your phone/valuables in if you don't use the jacket?
seriously?
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Recognition at last Matthew, well done!, a justified honour
ah yes! good point well presented.
#explainsall
De Sisti wrote:
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Recognition at last Matthew, well done!, a justified honour
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That's awesome, thanks for taking the time to try that! Nice to see a helpful and constructive reply for once
My Core jacket is an XS and I'm thinking of going for the Lightweight Essentials Case, which apparently has a bit more "give" than the standard leather (effect?) one; there's some interesting comparisons in online reviews. I folded it up as neatly and tight as possible for today's ride and it sure looks like it should fit in one, so I think I might just give it a shot!
I just keep my phone etc loose in my pocket under normal circumstances but it'd be nice to use the case for a bit of added protection in wet weather.
To Mr Mouse, thanks for the suggestion; I have a very similar top-tube case from Lezyne and it's great but I don't like strapping extraneous stuff to my bike unless absolutely necessary
You do realise that cramming/folding a rain jacket inside the case will cause creases which will eventually reduce the waterproofing in the laminate along the lines, thus making your waterproof jacket just a wind jacket? As folk have already pointed out, you roll the thing up if there's a chance of rain or wear it out the door. Don't f4nny about.
The leather Essentials case is real leather. It's pretty much indestructible. I've still got the one I bought in 2011. If it was a pointless bit of tat you wouldn't have a few dozen imitations from other brands on the market.
I am not sure. You have no chance.
This.
Mate - take the advice of the majority, just keep the jacket in a pocket and the phone in the phone case as per the intended use. Just because it will go in, doesn't mean it should.
Protects a phone potentially worth between £500-1000 ...
I use one, probably one of my fave 'extra' items. I could use a plastic bag, but it's nice to be a bit flash sometimes
so does plastic bag and a sock, leaving £28 for beer.
De Sisti wrote:
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Recognition at last Matthew, well done!, a justified honour
Id rather have both feet warm and dry. Left or right? Id most likely go left, but no ...
I strongly suggest you use a sock that does not form part of the pair you are wearing and is not also your "special" sock for special solitary moments, if you know what I mean.
if money is tight you could go halves on a spare pair with a friend.
De Sisti wrote:
This is one of the silliest threads I've come across.
Recognition at last Matthew, well done!, a justified honour
I am not sure. You have no chance.
Spare socks? Just lying about not being used? Who’s being flash now??
its only because i inherited one and found the other by a Sally Army clothes bin. they don't really match but i believe that is on point now, n'est ce pas?
De Sisti wrote:
This is one of the silliest threads I've come across.
Recognition at last Matthew, well done!, a justified honour