Rapha is inviting female cyclists worldwide to take part in the 14th edition of the Women’s 100. The event has been running since 2013 and follows the same concept: one distance, one weekend, open to all. Any female cyclist can take part, regardless of her fitness level or road cycling experience. The 100 kilometres can be completed as part of an organised group ride, in your own group, solo or indoors on Zwift. For many participants, this is their first 100 kilometres in one go. In 2025, 251,000 participants from all over the world registered for the official challenge.
Taking part in the Rapha Women’s 100 Challenge
Registration takes place via the official Women’s 100 Challenge on Strava. Cyclists log their ride over the event weekend and receive a digital badge once they have completed the distance. The challenge brings together all participants worldwide, regardless of whether the 100 kilometres are completed in an organised group, in pairs or alone. Participation is free of charge.
Preparing for the Women’s 100 Challenge
The focus is particularly on women cycling over 100 kilometres for the first time. Cycling 100 kilometres in one go doesn’t require race-level fitness, but it does mean getting used to spending that much time in the saddle. The organisers recommend planning regular rides in the weeks leading up to the event. The route chosen for the event weekend should be selected so that the pace and elevation gain suit your own level of preparation. Those who build up the distance gradually can look forward to completing their first 100 kilometres at the event weekend. The Instagram channel @rapha_women brings together training tips from female athletes and the wider community.
The Rapha Clubhouses in Berlin and Munich are offering a range of group training sessions in August to help riders prepare specifically for the event. Participation is open to everyone, regardless of ability, road cycling experience or membership status. In addition to the Clubhouses’ rides, women’s cycling communities in other German cities are organising their own Women’s 100 Rides.
Collection
Rapha has launched a limited-edition special collection for the Women’s 100 in partnership with Zwift. It links the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift in August and the Women’s 100 project in September. The design is inspired by water and explores the relationship between rivals and fellow cyclists in the sport. The collection comprises five products: the W100 Women’s Pro Team Rouleur Jersey costs €155.00, whilst the W100 Women’s Core Jersey costs €99.00. The W100 Cap II and the W100 Musette each cost €35.00.
Kristian Bauer
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