Does Walmart own Rapha?
Rapha announced Monday that RZC Investments has purchased a majority share of the cycling apparel company. RZC was founded by Steuart and Tom Walton, grandsons of the late Sam Walton, founder of Walmart. Sky News reports that Rapha sold for 200 million British pounds — about $260,540,000.
What is Rapha in biking?
Formed in 2004 after founder Simon Mottram spotted a gap in the market for stylish cycling attire, Rapha are renowned for making beautiful, cutting-edge, high-quality gear. ... Maybe that makes them less Apple, more Marmite: people tend to either love or hate Rapha's products, with no real middle ground.
Does Rapha run small?
Rapha clothing generally fits true to size, so take your normal size. Keep in mind that cycling clothing, particularly bib shorts and tights, is supposed to be tight fitting.