United States · 29 June 2024
RAPHA CAMBRIDGE NY
Prestige Cambridge is an unsupported, unmarshalled event where teams of four take on a testing day of beautiful but challenging riding.
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Overview
The Rapha Prestige makes its way to the charming town of Cambridge, NY. This route presents teams with a 110 plus mile challenge, rolling through the back roads and quaint communities nestled amid the rolling hills of NY and Vermont. Cambridge boasts an array of picturesque gravel and paved roads, offering riders breathtaking views and a series of exhilarating descents. Teams of four tackle the Prestige together, supporting each other through the difficulties of the course. You’ll experience the truest meaning of team, riding alongside one another from start to finish. Nestled in a remote area, Cambridge invites participants to embrace the serene atmosphere of a small town, promising a memorable experience for all who venture there.
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Highlights
PREPARE WITH A PRO
Maghalie Rochette, professional cyclist and Cyclocross World Cup Champion, wants to ride with your team! All-female teams will be automatically entered for a chance to ride and prepare alongside Magahalie, If chosen, Maghalie will join your team for a virtual preparation session ahead of the event, as well as ride with you during the Prestige. Most importantly she's volunteered to be your designated snack shepherd, and offer words of encouragement to help get your team through the challenging day of riding. The chosen team will be notified one month before the event.
TEAMWORK
A team is no faster than its slowest member. Enter a team of four and start together, work together and stay together in order to finish.
RESILIENCE
The key ingredient needed to last the course. Rapha Prestiges are unsupported and unmarshalled, so you'll need to find your limit, then push past it. You’ll never forget it, and you’ll never regret it.
Schedule
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Welcome
Arrival and check in will begin at Round House at Pompanuck Farm at 7:00 am on June 29th.
Complimentary coffee and an assortment of pastries will be available for riders, followed by a safety briefing for all riders. Teams will set off one at a time. You will be provided a start time 1 week before the ride.
Ride
Once you're out of the gate, you'll begin your ride into the beautiful town of Cambridge, NY and all its neighboring hamlets and dipping into Vermont. Expect climbs and beautiful views aplenty, with the Rapha tent waiting half way round as with snacks and hydration for you to refresh.
Finish
We'll welcome you back in after your ride with some food and drink. You'll be free to hang out, enjoy the atmosphere and celebrate a challenge conquered.
What's Included
What's Included
Route
Pre-ride pastries and coffee
Hydration and on-bike fuel at halfway point
Post-ride food and drink
What's Not Included
Travel
Accomodation
Meals
Trip Tips
Recommended Accommodations
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FAQ
Can I ride solo or in a larger team?
The ride is designed for teams of four. This sets the Rapha Prestige apart from other ride formats. The fun is choosing your teammates and the challenge is to work together and cross the finish line together.
Are the start and finish point the same?
Yes, both the starting and finishing in the same location.
When will we receive route information?
All registered riders will receive their route guidance, GPX files and other pertinent information two weeks before the event date.
What's the terrain like? What sort of bike should I bring?
The Cambridge route features long and sustained climbs as well as shorter, punchy uphill segments.
Comfort is a king so you choose you should ride something which you will feel comfortable on all day.
The gravel route will mostly be hardpack gravel and is about 40 percent of the route. 28 mm tires will suffice.
I need to swap my place or the pace of a team member with another rider, how should i do this?
Please contact customer service who will be able to put you in touch with the event organiser to update their records and send an event participation waiver, which all team members are required to complete.Tickets are non-refundable so please organise reimbursement directly with your teammates.
Will there be parking?
There will be plenty of parking on site at Round House at Pompanuck Farm.
What time will we start?
Check in will begin at 7 am.
How long will the ride take?
This will depend on your team, where you stop and your average speed. We would ask you to be prepared for up to 8 to 10 hours on the bike.