Rapha FAR
The professionals have their monuments, we have our FARs – the definitive one-day milestones of the Rapha Cycling Club. A one-day epic held twice a year, staged in 26 locations worldwide. Next Date: 19th + 20th September
A SINGLE DAY EPIC
A single-day epic, twice a year. A moment to ride as one global club.
26 GLOBAL LOCATIONS
FAR takes place in 26 locations across the world, all on the same day. Find your nearest start line.
FULLY SUPPORTED
Ride leaders, support vehicles, control points, mechanical support and nutrition from Maurten - everything taken care of, so you can focus on the ride.
MEMBERSHIP IS YOUR ENTRY
Rapha Cycling Club membership is £70 a year (or local currency equivalent) and includes entry to both FAR’s — plus weekly rides, insurance, bike hire, partner discounts and many other benefits.
OVERVIEW
FAR is a one-day ride that offers challenge and adventure in equal measure. A fully supported, carefully crafted route through breathtaking terrain that encourages you to push harder, dig deeper. Go further than you thought you could.
Make new memories by riding FAR with the Rapha Cycling Club.
INCLUDED WITH FAR
A Route Worth Travelling For: Every FAR route is crafted by local teams with the spirit of adventure in mind, through the best terrain their region has to offer.
Full Support All Day: Ride leaders, support vehicles, control points, mechanical assistance, food and nutrition from Maurten. Everything taken care of, so all you have to do is ride.
FAR ACCESS, INCLUDED WITH MEMBERSHIP.
“EVERYONE WAS SUPER FRIENDLY AND WELCOMING. MADE SOME GOOD FRIENDSHIPS ON THE RIDE AND HAD A BLAST! ROUTE WAS PERFECTLY CHALLENGING AND FUN.”
- RCC Member, Chicago
RAPHA CYCLING CLUB
As the world’s largest global riding community, the RCC can take you anywhere. You’ll always find quality company and eager guides ready to show you the best of their local roads, or the ones less travelled. From local club rides in your home chapter to international adventures, our passion for getting out there is what unites us.
RAPHA CYCLING CLUB BENEFITS
“PERFECTLY ORGANISED, AND FLAWLESSLY EXECUTED FROM START TO FINISH.”
- RCC Member, Miami
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FAQs
What is the FAR?
The FAR is a one-day epic ride, held simultaneously in 26 locations around the world. One date, everyone riding far together.
How do I sign up?
Sign-up is through the RCC app, available to all members. Open the app and confirm your place. If you're not yet a member, join the Rapha Cycling Club first and you'll have full access. You'll receive full ride details in the weeks before the event.
How far is it?
FARs range from 160km to 200km, varying by location, with shorter routes offered at some FARs. It's called the FAR for a reason: a long day in the saddle, but one designed to be finished, not raced.
What locations are the next FAR held?
FAR takes place across the following locations worldwide: Oceania Chapter - Ride Location Sydney - Canberra Melbourne - Strzelecki Ranges Asia Chapter - Ride Location Singapore - Kukup to Pontian Hong Kong - Longmen Shanghai - Baofu Taipei - Hsinchu to Miaoli Seoul - Hapcheon Manila - Manila Tokyo - Kumano Europe Chapter - Ride Location London- The Chilterns Manchester - The West Pennines Copenhagen - Copenhagen Amsterdam - Amsterdam Berlin - Havelland Munich - Munich to Burghausen Mallorca - Ibiza North America Chapter - Ride Location New York - Cragsmoor Miami - Miami Los Angeles - Mt. Figueroa San Francisco - Santa Cruz Chicago - Chicago to Lake Zurich to Chicago Seattle - Mt. Saint Helens Bentonville - Blowing Springs / Seligman Boulder - Steamboat Springs
Do I need to be a certain level of rider?
You should be comfortable riding long distances. If you can hold a steady pace for a full day, you can ride the FAR.
What support is there on the day?
The FAR is fully supported: ride leaders, support vehicles, control points, mechanical support and nutrition from Maurten. Everything is taken care of, so you can focus on the ride.
What should I bring?
Everything you'd take on a big day out: spares, tools, food, water, lights and layers for changing conditions.
Can I ride with friends who aren't members?
The FAR is a Rapha Cycling Club event, so all riders need to be members. Sign up now.
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