Rated 4 out of
5
by
acw15110 from
Solid addition
These function as described. Went with the size guide and worked out really well. I find the elastic at the top to be a tiny bit tighter than I would’ve liked, but still comfortable enough. These are not quite “warmers” but they do the job giving you that extra warmth in early mornings.
They also look great with the Pro Team stripes.
Date published: 2022-05-18
Rated 1 out of
5
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Bo Duke from
A bit of a waste of time...
These are so thin as to be a complete waste of time. Colour and style is great but i can't see they have a role. They are so thin that the only time you'd wear them is when it's warm and you'd want to be bare arms with sunscreen anyway. Don't bother, spend your money on something else.
Date published: 2017-10-26
Rated 5 out of
5
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AClarke from
Best sun screen!
I love these arm screens. I've ridden all day in the Aussie sun wearing these screens without getting sun burnt. The fabric is thin enough to allow sweat to dissipate and the white arm screens don't heat up like darker colours. I've used them for a few years now on every ride from spring to autumn.
Date published: 2022-03-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Longfatty from
Great fit
Cool and comfortable. Worn on sunny moderate tempo ride with climbs and stayed comfortable, about 72 deg. F max. Size guidelines were right on, smooth fit from biceps down to the wrist, no flapping.
Got the black because white not available but they are still feel cool on warm spring rides.
Date published: 2024-04-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Nick 3220 from
Happy purchase
Purchased the small as I have long thin arms. Fit is good and they stay relatively where you put them with minimal migration downwards as you ride. Great sun protection and not too warm on a hot day. I bought the black as I assumed the white will look very dirty very quickly. No complaints!
Date published: 2024-01-31
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Nick Menninga from
Save on sunscreen!
Nice item, white ones cool better than bare arms, fit is good, they stay in place pretty well, way better than off-brand arm warmers. Excellent sun protection. They are not easy to keep clean, though. I have worn them now for about 2000 miles, plan to wear them for all summer riding.
Date published: 2020-08-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Jordan Bell from
Exactly what I wanted
These arm screens are excellent! Exactly what I was looking for. I just rode 100 miles on a sunny day and they never felt too warm and definitely protected my pasty white arms from the UV. They are thin, but on some early mornings when there's a bit of a chill, they feel nice too!
Date published: 2024-09-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
KmaFLCX from
Florida Sun Protection
I'm okay with prominent leg tan lines, however; glove lines are less desirable. I used the arm screens on a 80 degree, full sun day and was pleased with the sun protection. Sweat which collected on the arm screens also provided a cool feeling with an apparent wind.
Date published: 2018-03-21
Rated 4 out of
5
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Mollyson8 from
What I expected
Bought this a month ago in anticipation for colder weather on recommendation from a friend. Great addition to a ride. Bought the size medium but generally wear a size small kit. Seems to be the right proportions and hopefully won’t loosen too much over time.
Date published: 2020-04-28
Rated 5 out of
5
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Wayde from
Takes the edge off cold mornings
Takes the edge off and fold up very small into a pocket. Not too long, a nice elastic fit. I got these in white and they do stain easily - need to find out how to keep them white without destroying them.
Have yet to try them in the heat for sun protection
Date published: 2021-01-20
Rated 4 out of
5
by
RichardIV from
White Arm Screens
I have been using the arm screens for a month in temperatures 10-27°c and love them, they save on using sunscreen and protect my skin. They may be too warm for Australian summer but will squirt water on them to aid cooling, only drawback is the price.
Date published: 2023-08-31
Rated 4 out of
5
by
MileHighSisu from
Good design
They fit slightly bigger than normal sized so I get a medium when I would buy a large. They match the legion jerseys, which is kind of cool. Good for those chilly mornings where you don’t want to wear a long sleeve jersey or heavy arm warmers.
Date published: 2022-09-18
Rated 5 out of
5
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Miles813 from
Just what I expected
Best part about them is I do not notice them. The fit is excellent and they do not slip down. They prevent me having to lather up my arms with sunscreen and supposedly fabric is more aero than skin, so there is that.
Date published: 2022-12-21
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Matt James J from
Light weight
Light weight and unnoticeable packed away in your jersey pocket… they do work for the chilly summer spring and autumn days…. Could be do with a bit more grip and not very stretchy but still a very good choice
Date published: 2021-07-01
Rated 3 out of
5
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CJS1 from
Light but protective. Expensive.
Works well in providing a little warmth but not too much. Also protects from sun. 5 stars for effectiveness. But super expensive for two pieces of material not much larger than socks. Hence only 3 stars.
Date published: 2018-03-25
Rated 1 out of
5
by
sjonkas from
Not up to the standard I expect from Rapha
I bought these specifically for the Tour Down Under and only wore them once before stitching on one sleeve came undone. The fabric was also a disappointment. Am in the process of returning them.
Date published: 2018-02-07
Rated 3 out of
5
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Biggsy from
Arm screens
Slightly disappointed - they don't stay up, yet Small is my size, XS would have been too tight. They don't stay up as well as previous Rapha screens. In general - they are good, and good sizing.
Date published: 2022-06-07
Rated 4 out of
5
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JLG2 from
Nice and fit for purpose
Fine product, they give some warmth and protection and they are very compact to put away in your back pocket. They look and feel a bit vulnerable though, but time will tell.
Date published: 2020-05-13
Rated 5 out of
5
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Micky D 1 from
A must have
Being fair skinned these are an absolute must on the bike not just on a sunny day but also cloudy days they protect well and at the same time keep your arms cool.
Date published: 2020-07-17
Rated 3 out of
5
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Brulecules from
Not what I was expecting.
To loose and a little bit too thin for me. Not what I was expecting when I ordered these. Would be a good item to wear when you want to prevent sunburns.
Date published: 2018-05-05
Rated 4 out of
5
by
RhysB from
Cool
I wear these when it is around 10-15 C - just takes the edge off a cooler breeze. Good sizing although they work best with a longer sleeve short jersey.
Date published: 2020-12-19
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Gry F from
I would have ordered them again!
I do recommend these arm screens. Both my husband, and I have worn them on many rides, and we bought them some weeks ago. Perfect when it is quite warm.
Date published: 2023-08-26
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Eedd from
Perfect summer arm screens
These are a perfect combination of protection from the sun and also handy for descents on cool summer evenings. Fit is perfect for pro fit shirt.
Date published: 2021-08-18
Rated 3 out of
5
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Thea from
Didn’t quite work
XS was too tight around my upper arms, while S felt like it would slide down. Fabric is great, but just wasn’t a good fit for me.
Date published: 2022-08-24
Rated 4 out of
5
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RCC0031 from
Do what they're suppoost to do!
These are very nice. Keep you cool in mild conditions. Light, so you don't even know that you're wearing them. Excellent choice.
Date published: 2017-06-28
Rated 5 out of
5
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Alexis Architect from
Protect your arms!
Definitely a must have piece of kit for gravel. Definitely should size up if you’re not sure. They fit tight around the biceps.
Date published: 2022-09-18
Rated 5 out of
5
by
duffnote from
Surprisingly useful
Really useful to take the edge of cool mornings or descents. Roll them up or down like the pros or put them in your pocket
Date published: 2021-12-06
Rated 5 out of
5
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David T from
Rapha setting the pace with style and quality.
Looking forward to using these. They are form fitting and not a lot of stretch, so if your arms are big, go up in size.
Date published: 2021-02-22
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Catharine from
Great product
Great for sun protection or layer on cooler days or to enable you to keep cool by dousing with water in extreme heat
Date published: 2021-08-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Ali Ki from
Perfect for hot sunny days
Lightweight and don't overheat. I use them any time I have a longer ride and know I'll get stuck in the midday sun.
Date published: 2021-08-24