Australia · 7 April 2024
A DAY IN HELL - SYDNEY
7th April. Our ode to the last great madness of cycling.
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Overview
A Day in Hell translates the agony and the ecstasy of the cobbles to Sydney as we take on the finest 'gravé', defined as: "(an area of) farm track/road/footpath/bridleway etc. which consists of potholes, loose paving, stones, rubble, and mud." Starting at the North Side of the Harbour Bridge, expect 100km of mixed-terrain riding towards North Head, Brookvale, Terrey Hills over to Pacific Highway — finishing at The Noble Hops after many arduous secteurs have been tackled. Upon arrival, riders will be greeted with beers and a chance to relive the day's ride amongst formidable company. It is worth noting that Gravé is not gravel. A Day in Hell is built in tribute to a time long before gravel bikes and wide tyre clearances and so is not as off-road focused as a typical gravel route, with non-tarmac sectors making up less than half of the route. Save the date now.
Highlights
GRAVÉ
Get closer to Roubaix with a mix of bridleways and byways, concrete and cobbles as we simulate the infamous secteurs.
BEERS AND UNLIMITED FRITES
Debrief amongst your fellow riders and relive the best (or worst) moments from your Day in Hell with unlimited frites - all included with your tickets.
Hosts
Rapha Sydney
RCC Ride Leaders are experienced members who organise and lead scheduled Rapha rides from Rapha Sydney.
When you see a Ride Leader jersey out on the road you can be rest assured you are joining an official RCC ride with any of our 26 trained and endorsed Ride Leaders.
What's Included
What's Included
100km Recce'd Route
Route GPX
Ride Leader Support
Unlimited Frites
What's Not Included
Broom Wagon
Mechanic
Signage
Spare Tools and Nutrition
Trip Tips
BIKE CHOICE
All of our routes have been test ridden and are designed to be 28c passable. However, definitions of this may vary and we recommend a little wider, such as 32-35c. You undertake to ride any route at your own risk to you and your equipment.
SELF SUPPORTED
This event can be completed self-supported should you wish to tackle it without our Ride Leaders. You must be able to provide for yourself on the road, including food, water and spares you may need. There is no broom wagon and you are responsible for getting yourself home. We recommend that you carry at least spare tubes, a pump and any spares you may need to keep you rolling.
FAQ
Will the route be signposted
This route will not be signposted and you must have a GPS device to follow the route.
When will we receive route information?
All registered riders will receive their route guidance, GPX files and other pertinent information one week before the event date.
What's the terrain like? What sort of bike should I bring?
This route includes pathways, unsealed sections and climbs, gravel, mud and other such unpaved terrain. Please expect your average speed to be lower than usual on a road ride and be aware that changing weather conditions, rider density and traffic may make some sections more difficult.
All of our routes have been test ridden and are designed to be 28c passable. However, definitions of this may vary and we recommend a little wider, such as 32-35c. You undertake to ride any route at your own risk to you and your equipment.
What time will we start?
Sign on will be from 6.00-6.25am on the day.
How long will the ride take?
This will depend where you stop and your average speed. We would expect the route to take around 4-5 hours.