Rapha Southside Ride

Starting at the Iconic Luna Park in Melbourne and finishing next to the iconic Albert Park F1 circuit. Offering four different paced rides which all take in the picturesque Beach Road before returning to our friends at Halcyon Days where ride attendees get 20% off coffees. We will be meeting at the Iconic Luna Park entrance (The big face) at 6am for rider brief and finishing at Halcyon Days for coffee at approximately 7.15am to 7.45am. This ride is open to everyone, not just RCC members. With 4 different paced groups there’s something for everyone. Please pay attention to the ride briefing and listen to our ride leaders out on the road.

This is the perfect introduction to the Club where you can try out what we’re all about under the friendly supervision of Rapha Ride Leaders and Rapha Staff – No membership necessary

– STARTERS / SOCIAL –
Conversational (26km/h) // Beginner-friendly // Flat // No Drop
New to riding on the road? Experience what bunch riding is all about and get comfortable riding along Beach Road. All bikes (flat handlebars included) welcome. Regroup at Warrigal Rd turnaround.
Download and import the Starters/Social route via: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44836921

– CORE –
Steady (28km/h) // Intermediate and experienced beginners // Flat // No-Drop
For those looking to take it smooth and efficient, the Core option rolls at a conversation pace and is a great way to get involved in the RCC community. Regroup at Pier Rd turnaround Mordialloc.
Download and import the Core route via: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44884692

– CLASSIC –
Tempo (32km/h) // Intermediate // Flat // No-Drop
For those looking to step up from Core with a steadier entry-level pace with the group riding to Mordialloc and back. Regrouping at Pier Rd turnaround Mordialloc.
RidewithGPS route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44884304

– CLASSIC PLUS –
Training Tempo (35km/h) // Advanced
For those looking for a steady ride to start the day with the group riding to Mordialloc at a steady pace and rollin turns upon return. Regrouping at Pier Rd turnaround Mordialloc.
RidewithGPS route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44884304

– PRO TEAM –
Race Pace (35km/h) // Advanced // Flat // Drop
Try your best to hold on, pace-line experience is a must. Please note that this is a drop ride with one regroup at Pier Rd turnaround Mordialloc, but you always have the option to turn around before Mordialloc and jump back on.
Download and import the Pro Team route via: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44884295

Groups will return by approximately 7.15-7.45am. We recommend if this is your first time joining us you try out our Social or Core bunches.

Non-RCC members are welcome – please arrive 10 minutes early and introduce yourself or someone you know to the Ride Leaders if you are new to the route, or new to the bunch.

Before you ride with us, please ensure that you have read and understood the Rapha Melbourne Ride Guidelines: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1apnMa-lucv0eHi7zIGaEw9-FA2BAJS8Y/view?usp=drive_link

Our Ride Leader team is here to help you, however it is your responsibility to bring a spare tube, pump Co2 and multi-tool in the event of a mechanical as spares are limited. Please ensure you have the route loaded onto a device.

In the event of poor/wet weather/other, we will make a decision by 5:00am the morning of the ride if it is cancelled. This cancellation notice will be posted on the Rapha Melbourne Instagram page rapha.melbourne.

ABOUT THE RCC:

Being a member of the Rapha Cycling Club means being part of something bigger –
a global riding community with a friendly local spirit. Our Southside Open Rides caters for every level of cyclist and we invite you to ride with us and try out what the Club is all about for yourself – no membership necessary.

Want to join us for more? Enjoy a wide array of weekly and weekend rides, half price coffee benefits, Ride Leader support, a dedicated RCC App and more with the Melbourne Chapter now.

See you there!