United Kingdom · 8 September 2024
Women's 100 Manchester 2024
The Rapha Women's 100 returns on September 8th!
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Overview
The Women’s 100 is returning on Sunday, September 8th, marking a twelfth year of celebrating women’s cycling. Challenging women from around the world to come together and ride 100km in one day, this is one of the highlights on the Rapha calendar each year. Whether you’re just getting started on your cycling journey, or you're a seasoned pro in the saddle, sign up and clock your kilometres as we celebrate going the distance, together. The ride will start from Rapha Manchester and head into the Cheshire Lanes where there'll be an obligatory cafe stop at Kickback Coffee before looping back to the city to enjoy your complimentary refreshments and celebrate your achievements. Rapha Manchester is also hosting training rides and events to help you prepare, which you can find tickets for at this link: events.rapha.cc/products/2024-rapha-manchester-women-s-rides They are also holding a Women's 100 Social with Komoot on August 25th to answer any questions you may have, and for you to get familiar with your fellow riders: https://events.rapha.cc/products/komoot-x-rapha-manchester-womens-social The Women's 100 is no-drop, and a welcoming and supportive space to all female-identifying, transgender and non-binary folks. The route will be uploaded in due course, and sent by email to all who have signed up.
Hosts
Rapha Manchester
Nestled in the heart of Manchester City Centre, Rapha Manchester will be where you start and end your ride.
Kickback Coffee
Ideally situated at the foot of the Brickworks climb, Kickback Coffee will provide the location for a rest stop before you head back into Manchester to finish.
FAQ
What should I bring?
Road or Hybrid bike, cliped pedals are not required.- Helmet
- Water bottle(s)
- Puncture Kit ( Tube, Pump, Tyre Leavers & Gloves)
- Snack; bars, bananas and/or candy are all great options to enjoy and give an extra energy boost while on the road.
- Appropriate clothing; dress for the weather! We will only cancel the ride if the conditions are judged to be dangerous so keep an eye on the weather forecast.
- A big smile!
What kind of bike can I do the Women's 100 on?
Any Hybrid or Road bike is suitable, please ensure that the bike is in good working order before you ride.
Clip in pedals are not required but is advantageous if your used to them.
Will there be a food. drink or toilet stop?
Yes, There will be toilets and changing rooms at the start and finish of the ride.
There will be a refreshment stop halfway round at Kickback Coffee on the Brickworks Climb. Here you can redeem a free refreshment beverage.
How best to prepare for the ride?
On August 25th we are hosting our last training ride before the event. The ride will finish at the Rapha Manchester Clubhouse in time for the start of our Women's 100 Social w/ Komoot.
This social will allow you to meet your fellow riders, listen to some inspiring stories from the road and give you the chance to ask any questions that you may have (theres's no such thing as a silly question).
Sign up can be found here: Komoot x Rapha Manchester Women's Social
Reviews
I love that the Women's 100 challenges women, and does so in a safe space where everyone is welcome and accepted. It's a great way to bring women cyclists together and to show some people that they are capable of so much more than they think.
Anna
I'd never cycled 100km when I signed up for Women's 100 in 2020. I wasn't sure I could ride that distance but it turned out I could, and it was just a stepping stone into the world of cycling that has since opened up.
Sara