What this core collections needs is more cargo

Sure, when they were Initially released people called them ridiculous, but take a look around recent kit releases from CDC, PedalED and Rapha and pockets on bib shorts have quickly become ubiquitous - both among adventure cyclists and riders simply looking to schlep a couple extra bits on weekend rides.

For Spring, Rapha brings cargo functionality to their Core range, applying the same layout to bibs that excel on most ride types. These come complete with mesh pockets much like the Explore range - - capacity to take whatever you like up top. A full review in the weeks to come.