RAPHA CYCLING CLUB MANCHESTER
Explore the upcoming rides and events with RCC Manchester.
RAPHA CYCLING CLUB
The Rapha Cycling Club is the world’s most connected network of cyclists. United by a love of the sport, it’s a place for riders to commit, compete and create fierce camaraderie together.
RCC members gain exclusive access to our best weekly rides – from weekday rituals, to weekend adventures, plus seasonal challenges like FAR.Not yet a member? Whether you are newer to the sport, or looking to finesse your skills with a friendly bunch, we invite you to join an open ride to connect with the community, and get a feel for what Club membership offers.
Please note: All RCC-exclusive rides are accessed through the RCC app. All Open rides are clearly marked and should be booked below.
REGULAR RIDE SCHEDULE
Our regular rides form our Club rituals. Starting early and finishing at a partner cafe for a brew. These are ideal rides to find your rhythm and show commitment to your riding goals and club mates through the year.
If you are new to riding with us, you will always find a ride leader on these rides, and the pace will match what's been advertised. Our Sunday Social is the best open ride to meet the community and try out riding with us. For active members, its a ride to relax with your clubmates, find your rhythm again.
Please note: If you're not signed up to ride, please ask the leader before joining the group to ensure rider safety.
04 July 2026 · 8:30AM
4 hours
SATURDAY CLUB RIDE 8.30AM
An intermediate-level ride reserved exclusively for RCC Club members.
SEASONAL RIDES & EVENTS
To keep you motivated and progressing, we host seasonal rides and challenges to push you further while ensuring you have fun too. The majority of these are RCC-Exclusive, apart from Women's 100 and Festive 500.
Join RCC to unlock more rides and experiences beyond our regular ride program or get in touch on rcc@rapha.cc.
SATELLITE RIDES
Seasonal RCC Exclusives exploring beauty spots on Manchester's peripheries, and a chance to discover new areas and link up with members from further afield.
Some of our most visited locations include, Trough of Bowland, Calder Valley and Llandudno.
2026 Dates:
Saturday July 26th
Saturday August 30th
FAR RIDES
Exclusively for RCC members, FARs are epic one-day rides that offer challenge and adventure in equal measure. Fully supported, carefully crafted routes around breathtaking terrain that encourage you to push further, ride harder and reap the well-earned rewards with your Clubmates.
2026 dates:
FAR 01 30th May
FAR 02 19th September.
CAPPUCCINO 160 & 180
Bookending the season, our Club Classic Cappuccino events are two of the highlights of our year.
Pitting teams of 2-3 against each other for the coveted Cappuccino Cup.
That being said, it’s not all about speed. The event is a celebration of camaraderie and friendship between club members - with prizes on offer as a nod to having good fun on your bike.
2026 dates:
March
25th Oct
TRIBUTE RIDES
We are all big fans of bike racing here so we pride ourselves on the various tribute rides we run, that emulating the biggest rides of the year. Expect monuments and Grand Tour tributes alike!
Usually taking place on the same day as the races themselves, expect a parcours that will bring similar challenges to the professional races. We'll always make sure to arrive back at the Clubhouse in plenty of time to grab a post-ride refreshment and enjoy the closing stages of the race.
2026 dates:
Spring Classics Season & during the Grand Tours
Women's 100 – Manchester
Our annual global challenge that celebrates women and encourages them to ride 100km together will be taking place on 06/09/26
LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS
We are a global Club with a local community spirit. We always want to find the best partners and follow member recommendations to bring our local community together where they want it most.
Velo Edge, Alderley Edge
RCC Manchester's home from home. RCC Member benefits include 50% off coffee and 20% off your next bike fit.
@velo.edge Alderley Edge store is perfect for a mid-ride coffee, or join us on our Monthly Saturday Club Ride.
Embankment Cafe Co.
Embankment Cafe Co. offer RCC members several great locations to enjoy a coffee for 20% off.
Embankment Cafe Co. is your go-to hub, a space you can rely on as a base to plug-in, refuel, relax, network, or just get your daily caffeine hit. Our on-site pastry kitchen also serves up our full range of sandwiches, cakes and pastries, available to eat in or take away.
SUMMAT
SUMMAT is a specialty coffee shop situated in Bakewell, at the heart of the Peak District. They cater for everyone from hikers and dog walkers exploring the peaks, to running and, of course, cycling clubs looking for a great spot for a coffee and mid-ride snack.
Expect excellent coffee in a friendly and relaxed environment.
RCC members can enjoy 25% off hot drinks when visiting their location.
CRIMSON PERFORMANCE
An intelligent way to improve your cycling performance, the bike fit and power training specialists are based at Velo Edge, in Alderley Edge Cheshire.
VELOROO
A local, friendly, and convenient workshop is proud to support the Rapha Cycling Club community with expert care for every ride. They offer comprehensive bike servicing, precision repairs, and priority service to keep your bike performing at its best.
RCC members can enjoy an exclusive 20% off labour rates, 10% off parts and accessories and priority service.
DISCOVER THE BENEFITS
With exclusive RCC kit, expert local ride leaders, member insurance and many more global benefits, our Club is the best way to keep riding, go further and stay connected.
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 Monza bikes. Contemporary craftsmanship without compromise. With roots in pro racing, Factor build machines for a joyful connection to the terrain.
MORE BENEFITS
We’re a global community with local spirit. As well as connecting with Members around the world, joining the RCC unlocks access to a host of exclusive benefits, elite services and special events that no other club can offer.
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.
