Rapha Seattle

09/09/2024

07/25/2024

Rapha Seattle’s FAR is just a couple weeks away, Saturday August 3rd.

As part of a series of rides throughout North America, FAR is designed to offer unexpected adventures on lesser-known roads, helping RCC members create long-lasting memories and friendships by way of the bike.

RCCSEA’s FAR will take riders out to the Kitsap Peninsula where you’ll ride along the Hood Canal, a fjord carved by the glaciers of the last ice age, and get to explore the backroads of the Tahuya Hills.

There are still a few spots available for this amazing adventure. Information and registration on the RCC App.

05/09/2024

This year, Rapha introduces FAR for the Rapha Cycling Club. Spanning eight cities in the United States from June through October, FAR promises an unexpected adventure on the lesser-known roads of America. FAR will prove to be a challenge, but one that’s not out of reach. Participants will experience the truest meaning of resilience, and forge new friendships along the way.

To ride FAR, view the calendar and join the RCC via the link in our bio.

02/29/2024

Join us for Spring Gravel Classics. Punxsutawney Phil has spoken: “Spring is nigh!” Spring Gravel Classics offer an opportunity to prepare for warmer (and drier) months ahead.

These rides are RCC member rides. Find setails in the RCC app. Join RCC at rapha.cc/rcc

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Suburban Mixer: Link the best of King County gravel: Thrilla and Dirty Belly

Kitsap Peninsula Adventure: Explore the trails and cuts in the North Kitsap and Port Gamble Forest Heritage Parks

Snoqualmie Forest Exploro: Campbell Global ramble with Lake Calligan climb

02/16/2024

The Rapha Seattle Clubhouse has a new route map. Cadence Prints created a framed presentation in Rapha colors with a QR code linking to the clubhouse’s Ride With GPS Collection of classic Seattle routes.

02/06/2024

HiFi is partnering with Rapha Seattle to offer RCC members special pricing: 20% discount with code “RCC-SEA-2024”.

Even better, HiFi has designed custom RCCSEA graphics that can be included with any wheel purchase. Indicate your color preference in the order notes (pink, or black/white).



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Why HiFi?

Abe at .cc just visited HiFi’s shop and published a peek behind the curtain in their Shop Drop series.

HiFi offers premium carbon and aluminum wheels, designed and assembled in Portland. You’ll see HiFi hoops used by three-time U.S. National Cyclocross Champion Clara Honsinger as well as Ron Lewis of .cc.

“You can spend more money, but we don’t think you’ll find anything superior. Wheels are systems and HiFi is involved in each part as well as the assembly process.” - Josh Liberles, owner of HiFi.

01/22/2024

Clubhouse bikes are looking for their forever homes: Open U.P size Small, and Open MIN.D size Large. Details below. Come by the Clubhouse to check them out, call +1 206-420-1810, or email [email protected].

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Species - Open U.P All Road Gravel Bike
Age - 1 year
Weight - Approximately 17 pounds
Color - Deep navy blue with RCC livery
Location - Rapha Seattle Clubhouse

What my foster friends at Rapha Seattle say about me:

I’m a frame size small, and looking for an enthusiastic rider between 157-170 cm or 5’1” to 5’5”. I enjoy shredding on all road types and conditions, it’s what I’m made for! I’m fitted with 35 mm tires currently, but I have a tire clearance of 40mm, perfect for a date with some deep gravel. I have a fancy 1x13 Campagnolo Ektar groupset, 42t chainring and a 9-42t cassette.

I’m up to date on all vaccinations and have a clean bill of health from Cascade Bicycle Studio. I’ve been well taken care of by the Rapha bike hire program but I’m looking for my forever home now.

My adoption fee is 1,950 Euros. I’d love to meet you!

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Species - Open MIN.D Racey Road Bike
Age - 1 year
Weight - I’m as light as a feather
Color - Deep navy blue with a stunning four color fade on the inside of my fork
Location - Rapha Seattle Clubhouse

What my foster friends at Rapha Seattle say about me:

I’m a frame size large, and looking for an enthusiastic rider between 178-190 cm or 5’10” to 6’2”. I’m a true stiff and light race bike, but I’m versatile too, and come with a tire clearance of up to 33 mm. I have a fancy 1x13 Campagnolo Ektar groupset, 42t chainring and a 9-42t cassette.

I’m up to date on all vaccinations and have a clean bill of health from Cascade Bicycle Studio. I’ve never been ridden, and have a seatmast that’s ready to be cut to fit my forever rider.

My adoption fee is 3,500 Euros. I’d love to meet you!

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12/26/2023

Festive 500 | Day 3 | Seattle

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12/12/2023

Join RCC Seattle for this year’s annual Holiday Raffle and Food Drive on Sunday, the 17th, at 3:00 pm in the Bale Breaker & Yonder Cider Taproom. Partners, kids, and well-behaved dogs are welcome. Donations go to the Ballard Food Bank.

Raffle prizes thanks to Rapha as well as our friends at MiiR and Cassette Club.

Donate 2 items and get 1 raffle ticket:
- boxed single serving oatmeal
- boxed cereal
- dry pasta and rice
- canned soup/chili/vegetables/beans/fruit
- canned tuna/chicken/salmon
- boxed (shelf stable) plant-based & regular milks
- dried fruit/nuts
- nut butters and jellies
- coffee/tea
- deodorant/toothpaste/bar soap/body wash
- toilet paper/tissues
- feminine hygiene products
- diapers

See you there!

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Bale Breaker, on 49th in Ballard:
https://www.bbycballard.com

Ballard Food Bank:
https://ballard-food-bank.squarespace.com/donation-details

11/13/2023

Join us at to roll up our sleeves for a Dirty Bike Party. Space is limited, so RSVP right away via the RCC App.

Cleaning is the first, and most fun, step of bike refurbishment. We’ll help out by stripping and cleaning donations so the mechanics can focus on functionality.
 
Thursday, November 16 from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.

Afterward, we’ll gather at Marination for food and beverages. Please join us to socialize even if you can’t make the Dirty Bike Party.!

The Clubhouse is a donation hub for Bike Works to drop off bikes and parts. Donating a bike will help make another rider’s Christmas bright. Get a free coffee and 10% discount on your purchase.

07/26/2023

Join Seattle RCC for an exclusive event at Westland Distillery the evening of August 31st. Westland makes Single Malt Whiskey with local ingredients (including peat). Several RCC members are also longstanding members of the Westland community, and have created this special opportunity for a behind-the-scenes introduction.

This tour + tasting event is available to RCC members. Join RCC to participate via link in bio and RSVP via the RCC app.

06/27/2023

Join us for weekend of cycling in Vancouver B.C., brought to you by collaboration between RCC Ride Leaders in Seattle and Vancouver. RSVP via the Strava link in bio.

Saturday, we’ll take on the High Traverse version of the Triple Crown route to visit all three Vancouver ski resorts. 

Sunday morning we’ll recover with a Coffee Ride before heading home.

This is a self supported outing for logistics like transport, lodging, and food. See you there!