RAPHA LONDON
Explore the upcoming rides and events from Rapha London.
CLUBHOUSE WEEKLY RIDES
Join our Open Rides hosted every week to get involved in the Rapha London community.
RAPHA LONDON 101+ RIDES
A ideal chance for those new to group riding to come along and develop the skills required to ride smoothly and safely with others.
RCC RIDES
RCC members get exclusive access to further weekly rides. Join the Club to get access to everything Rapha London has to offer.
SUNDAY CLUB RIDE
Join us for our weekly RCC Sunday ride. Each week, we explore different corners of London and its surroundings. These rides are the staple of the RCC, bringing together riders from all over.
FAR 03 | CHILTERNS
A hilly adventure into the heart of the Chilterns, A relatively unexplored area an arms reach from London that is sure to be as testing as it is beautiful.
RCC RACE TEAM CHASERS
Race Team Practice - fast drop laps for those racing or interested in racing.
Typical Format:
- 30 min of fast paceline on the inner circle
- 5 min recovery / break
- 30 min of drills (sprints, break aways, chain gang, tight pace line etc.) on the inner circle
- 10 min easy riding back to the clubhouse
This is great opportunity for those wanting a few pre work efforts and drills in a safe environment with other riders who are comfortable riding at speed. Be sure to join us on the ride and stay for a post-ride coffee.
TUESDAY RICHMOND PARK LAPS
We meet at Roehampton Gate car park for 3 anti-clockwise laps of the park every Tuesday morning. Default pace will be "social" and we will focus on group-riding skills. Numbers permitting, we will offer additional faster paced groups, and then head back to the Rapha Partner cafe "the clubhouse" in Putney.
MOCKTAILS
Our Wednesday early morning Mocktails (Hills) A Rapha London tradition. Rollout 6am for 90 minutes of the usual North London bergs and conversational good vibes, before coffee in the clubhouse.
WEEKDAY HILLS
We run weekly hills sessions throughout the week in the morning around the city - the best way to start your day and get that fitness for the weekend rides. Held in North, South West, South East and Greenwich.
RIDE LEADER SPECIALS
These rides are truly special - our experienced ride leaders put them on for the sheer joy of it. There are old classics and new additions on this roster put on throughout the year, such as Il Lombardia, London Thames Bridges, Cobbles rides, and Brompton pub crawls. Keep an eye out for these on the app.
DISCOVER THE BENEFITS
Joining the Rapha Cycling Club opens up a world of exclusive benefits and products that help you get more from your riding.
CLUB KIT & EXCLUSIVES
The world’s most iconic club kit and an exclusive range of special edition products and collaborations.
From now on you can ride with pride in our iconic kit, and enjoy a discounted rate across the full club collection, all year round.
RCC X FACTOR
RCC members get exclusive access to our Club fleet of RCC Factor OSTRO VAMs. Contemporary craftsmanship without compromise. With roots in pro racing, Factor build machines for a joyful connection to the terrain.
RCC APP
Our entire range of rides, events and trips are accessible at the touch of a finger through our dedicated RCC app. Available on iOS and Android.
CLUBHOUSE COFFEE
Enjoy 50% off all coffees and hot drinks at the Clubhouse to get your pre- or post-ride buzz.
Members also receive a 20% off sitewide at our global coffee partner, Assembly Coffee.
PARTNER CAFÉS
Discover our network of Partner Cafes in and around London to access discounted coffee and other offers.
RIDE LEADER SUPPORT
Experienced and highly trained, our Ride Leaders keep a watchful eye out to keep the bunch safe while out on the open road.
With a particular focus on supporting Beginner to Intermediate cyclists, our Ride Leader team are friendly go-tos for everything you want to know about cycling.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Check out our special edition rides and off-bike events for our London community.
VISIT THE CLUBHOUSE
A space dedicated to the cyclist, our Clubhouse is your one stop destination for the latest Rapha gear or a post-ride coffee.
FAQs
Everything you need to know about Rapha London.
General
Where is the Clubhouse?
The Clubhouse is located at 85 Brewer Street, London W1F 9ZN.
When is the Clubhouse open?
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday: 7.30am – 7pm
Saturday: 8am – 7pm
Sunday: 11am – 5pm
How do I become a RCC member?
You can purchase RCC membership here.
Rides
Where do I start?
We pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive Riding Calendar that is designed for progression.
So whether you're a new cyclist to the road or you've been cycling for a while and want to push it further, we have Open and Club ride options for you.
To develop your group riding skills, we recommend joining a Rapha 101 session.
Otherwise, we recommend choosing a ride that is marked as Beginner or Social depending on your experience.
Can I join any ride?
All our rides are available to RCC members via the RCC app.
For some rides, we have a limited number of 'Open' spots that you can book.
We ask that you take responsibility of your own fitness capabilities and determine which route and pace are suitable for you before you join a ride.
How do I register for rides?
You can register via Easol for Open Rides, while Club Rides are available to RCC members via the RCC app. By joining any of our rides and events, you agree that you have read, understood, and signed our Open Ride Waiver and you have expressly agreed to the terms and conditions.
If you've joined us for more than three Open Rides, we ask that you consider joining the Club in an official capacity.
What are the rules?
If you've never ridden in a bunch before, or you are new to Rapha, be sure to check out our RCCLDN Ride Guidelines here.
What should I bring to a ride?
While our Ride Leaders are here to help you in the event of a mechanical, it is your responsibility to be self-sufficient on the open road as spares and supplies are limited.
Requirements Include:
• A road bike with drop handlebars and gears in good working order. (Flat handlebars, fixed geared and time-trial bikes are a risk in group rides and are not allowed unless otherwise specified.)
• A EU / EN approved helmet.
• Charged front and rear lights (set to solid, not flashing).
• Necessary tools to be self-sufficient (e.g inner tube, tire levers, multitool, pump/Co2 canisters).
• Adequate fluid and food.
• ID and emergency contact information.
• Headphones/earpieces are not to be worn as you are required to hear calls and instructions unobstructed.
What pace are the rides?
We have several paces for our Open and Club rides. Please use your discretion and make note of the posted pace when booking rides.
Paces (Average km/h):
• Beginner: 20 km/h
• Social: 23 km/h
• Intermediate: 26 km/h
• Advanced: 28 km/h
• Advanced Drop: 30 km/h
Who leads the ride?
Our team of Rapha Ride Leaders will always be on the ride to show you the route and help you have a great experience.
What is the route for the ride?
We always aim to have the route uploaded to the RCC app or Easol prior to the ride. If in doubt, you can message the Ride Leader via the app or the London team via email to find out more.
What should I do if I'm struggling?
All our official Rapha Rides are staffed by our Ride Leader team.
You'll always have a Ride Leader navigating on/near the front, and a Ride Leader Sweep looking out for you at the back.
Please let a Sweep know immediately if you're struggling so we can keep an eye out for you.
If you're struggling off the back, our Ride Leaders will simply sit on your wheel behind you, protecting you from traffic behind and ensure you are safely staying within your limit. You'll never ride alone on a RCC Ride.
There's no pressure to push yourself beyond what you're capable of at the RCC, especially when our no-drop rides will regroup at the top.
In the event of a mechanical, raise your hand, call "Mechanical" and if possible stop in a safe place away from traffic. A Ride Leader will ensure the group is in a safe spot off the road before assisting you with any issue you may have.
Do I have to wear Rapha kit?
Absolutely not! Come dressed in whatever makes you feel good. If you are unsure of what to wear, stop by the Clubhouse for our team's recommendations.
Events
Can I attend any event?
Our RCC members always have priority when booking a place at events. While it varies from event to event, we recommend reading the information for each event to find out the exact details. Places are limited.
How much do events cost?
We never charge for our events unless stated in the event description, so please make sure you read the event details to be sure.
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