Rapha Rising in Switzerland, 8 July 2017, 10am

Ride up with Rapha and watch the finale of stage 8 of the greatest race near Lajoux - 8 July, 10am:  Join the Rapha Cycling Club in Switzerland for a climbing excursion into the Jura mountains, open to non-members as well.

From Geneva we head via La Perroude de Le Vaud to Lajoux and watch the pro peloton pass by. After absorbing an hour or two of the racing action, we mount our bikes again and head back to Geneva via La Faucille. Expect great riding on scenic routes in the Jura valley, fantastic views of the Mont-Blanc and Lake Geneva, and of course great company. We will stop for food and water at the Mobile Clubhouse after km55 and ad hoc en route.

Details:

When: Saturday 8 July, Meet 9:30am- Roll-out 10am. Where A mo' Caffè Bar Ristorante, Geneva train station, Place de Cornavin 3, 1201 Genève.

Level: Advanced, Climbing experience and good fitness level necessary. expect a long day in and off the saddle. Route: https://www.bikemap.net/en/route/4046592-rapha-rising-in-switzerland/.

Distance: 143km, 2080m elevation. Food stop at km55 at the Mobile Clubhouse. Return: ca, 7pm hrs, Geneva.