RAPHA MELBOURNE SOUTHSIDE RIDE

Overview

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. 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 7.30am. 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 ride is suitable for road bikes with clip in pedals, no flat pedals please. Core route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44884692 Classic, Classic+ & Pro Team route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44884304 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 & turnaround at Black Rock. CLASSIC Tempo (32km/h) // Intermediate // Flat // No-Drop For those looking to step up from Core with a steadier pace with the group riding to Mordialloc and back. Regrouping at Pier Rd turnaround Mordialloc. CLASSIC PLUS Training Tempo (35km/h - 37km/h) // Advanced For those looking for a steady ride to start the day with the group pace lining to Mordialloc, rolling turns along the way. Regrouping at Pier Rd turnaround Mordialloc. - PRO TEAM - Race Pace (37km/h - 40km/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. 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 In the event of poor/wet weather/other, we will make a decision by 5am the morning of the ride if it is cancelled. This cancellation notice will be posted on the Rapha Melbourne Instagram page. WHAT TO BRING: Our Ride Leader team is here to help you, however it is your responsibility to bring a couple of spare tubes, 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. See you there!