Overview
This January, from the 21st-24th, Rapha returns to Adelaide for four days of community, camaraderie, and rolling with royalty. From exclusive events and race screenings to KOM hunting with King of Willunga Hill Richie Porte, join us for world-class racing and the very best of cycling culture at Australia’s biggest race.
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The Rapha Royale
Operating from January 21st to 24th, we're returning to our home in Adelaide at Nth space. We'll be hosting rides, talks and special events, as well as providing the finest refreshments. Stop by for a coffee, or perhaps something stronger, and experience our oasis in the chaos.
Be the First to Wear the Stripes
The Rapha Royale will see the unveiling of our new club colours.
RCC Service
The Rapha Royale, Adelaide is the home of our Club. RCC members benefit from free coffee and refreshments, valet bike parking and more.
Exclusive Merchandise
Get your hands on limited-edition, exclusive merchandise, designed specially for Adelaide and the King of Willunga.
Standout Rides
Each day, our Ride leader team will lead supported rides on the best routes Adelaide has to offer. Let us show you the terrain that makes the racing so exciting.
Live Race Viewing
Join us at the Rapha Royale, Adelaide, daily for race viewing. Connect with fellow cycling enthusiasts over food and drinks while we watch the race action unfold in real-time.
Schedule
Each day, enjoy unforgettable rides with best-in-class support; explore the latest innovations in cycling apparel; rub shoulders with the people, athletes and clubmates who make Rapha what it is.
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Wednesday 21st January
On Wednesday, we'll have a social women's ride out to Mt Lofty/ Then, we invite RCC members to check in and kick off your cleats to experience the Rapha Royale, Adelaide. Get insights on the coming week and be the first to see our new Club colours.
RCC RIDES:
RCC Women's ride// 2:00 pm
EVENTS:
RCC Check-in // 4:00 pm-7:00 pm
RETAIL HOURS OF OPERATION:
4:00 pm- 7:00 pm
Thursday 22 January
Join us today to roll with royalty.
Richie Porte is the King of Willunga Hill, but he reigns supreme on hillsides across Adelaide. Or at least he did.
Join Richie on a mission to win back his KOMs on Corkscrew Hill and Mount Lofty on a 75km ride from the Rapha Royale, Adelaide, including refreshment spots and multiple chances to watch the pros do their thing on the day’s stage. Maybe you’ll end up usurping the crown...
In the evening, join Fran Millar as she talks through her first year at Rapha, the future of the club and what's up the road.
OPEN RIDES:
KOM Hunting with Richie Porte // 76km |1260m
Rollout 7:45 am
EVENTS:
Road Ahead ft. Fran Millar // 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
RETAIL HOURS OF OPERATION:
7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 23 January
Today sees our Wine Ride spin out to the vineyards of Adelaide, testing the terroirs that make some of the finest vintages around. After a hot 55km, we’ll head to Sunny's Pizza to taste the results of all that hard work, with wine tasting and lunch included.
In the evening, to celebrate the day’s achievements and toast the King of Willunga himself, we invite you to a good old card game at our Casino Royale.
Free to enter, we'll be testing our luck with Rapha athletes, spinning the wheel with roulette and playing cards with the pros. There's no expectation to play, however and you can come down for a cocktail and a chat to soak up the atmosphere ahead of the Willunga Pilgrimage.
RCC RIDES:
Wine Ride // 55km | 881m
Rollout 8:00 am
EVENTS:
Poker Night // 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
POP UP HOURS OF OPERATION:
7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday 24 January
To keep everyone safe and fresh, we’re swapping our Willunga Pilgrimage for a punchy morning loop, rolling out from the Rapha Royale at 8am.
Post-ride, we invite all RCC members to join us from 12pm for an exclusive Willunga Viewing Party.
Come mark the grand finale of the Rapha Royale with your fellow members, grab a plate of paella and a cold drink as we witness the week's final showdown together.
Then in the evening we'll be at Carpark Climbs in Adelaide CBD. We'll be creating a Dutch Corner at the top of the climb to cheer on the racers with free beers.
RCC RIDES:
Willunga Hill Pilgrimage // 62.5km | 1105m
7:00 am meet at Rapha Royale, Adelaide
Rollout 8:00 am
EVENTS:
Carpark Climb // 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
POP UP HOURS OF OPERATION:
7:00 am - 8:00 pm
RETAIL HOURS OF OPERATION:
7:00am-10am
Hosts
We are delighted to introduce you to some of our Rapha hosts at the Rapha Royale, Adelaide
RICHIE PORTE
Pro cyclist and 7-time winner on Willunga Hill
FRAN MILLAR
Rapha CEO
FACTOR
Factor have history in Adelaide, the Ostro VAM blew to victory in 2024. Now in 2025 they're back with more innovations on display at the Rapha Royale, Adelaide
INEOS
Our friends at Ineos Grenadier will be supplying state-of-the-art support vehicles, making sure your ride goes without a hitch.
STYRKR
STYRKR will be fuelling us all week, making sure you've got the minerals for the rides ahead
OATLY
Oatly are back in Adelaide, serving the finest coffees and classiest oat-based cocktails to race fans and members at the Rapha Royale, Adelaide.
RCC RIDE LEADERS
Our expert Ride Leaders come from our global club and the local Area, ensuring you're supported on the road
What's Included
What's Included
On the road-support
Food and beverage for RCC members
Three days of incredible riding
Control points and rest stops
What's Not Included
Flights
Accomodation
Gallery
The Rapha Royale, Adelaide
Kick off your cleats away from the chaos of Victoria Square
Rapha returns to Adelaide at our home at Nth Space, 31-33 North Street, for four days of club, community and camaraderie.
From January 21st-24th we invite you to a series of exclusive rides, events and race viewing, all hosted at our club pop-up in the heart of the action; your home from home.
As a member, we’re taking care of everything you need to make the most of Adelaide. Our expert baristas will be serving up coffee and pastries. Drinks and wine will toast hard day’s riding, and we'll be supplying everything you need to keep the wheels turning over
FAQ
Do I have to pay to join a Rapha ride?
Our open rides are free, with on-course support on offer; however, RCC members will have preferential service at any on-ride aid stations.
Our Wine Ride and Willunga Pigrimage are RCC-only events, and you'll need to be a member to ride with us and take advantage of the support provided.
Anyone wishing to enter an RCC event must be an active RCC member at the time of application to be eligible, and if selected, must agree to maintain active RCC membership until the end of the event; otherwise, your place will be void.
If you are new to riding with Rapha, please read our riding guidelines here: https://bit.ly/3Y9knhs
When is the Rapha Royale, Adelaide open?
Wednesday 21 January | 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Thursday 22 January | 7:00am - 8:00pm
Friday 23 January | 7:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday 24 January | 7:00am - 10:00am
What kind of on ride support will be offered?
Our Ride Leaders are here to support you by leading rides and navigating routes, you will be expected to be self sufficient on rides and please join the most appropriate bunch for your riding style.
Our Rapha team will have aid stations on some of the rides and mechanical support will be offered; however, please come prepared with adequate fuel and a well-maintained bicycle.
What do I need to know about riding with Rapha?
If you are new to riding with Rapha, please read our riding guidelines here.
By signing up to ride with us you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions and our Ride Waiver
Please consult this before booking your ticket.
Due to the nature of the riding, we do ask all members to assess their health and fitness before partaking. It is mandatory to alert the organisers to any health issues in advance. We will tailor our first aid, team and medical provision to this information.
Do I need insurance to join a Rapha ride?
Cycling inherently has risks. This is true at our rides in Adelaide, where road accidents can happen between other members, vehicles or independently. If you are joining from outside of Australia, you are required to have Sports Travel Insurance, which will cover you for the activities you will be undertaking in the region. Regular National or Travel insurance is not sufficient. It is the responsibility of guests to acquire the correct insurance for the activity they wish to join. Please ensure you have this before the . You will be asked for proof of appropriate insurance in advance of the trip and will not be permitted to partake in the ride without this.
Where is the Rapha Royale, Adelaide?
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