From the lengthy slopes of the Alps to the gruelling gradients of the Pyrenees, there’s nothing like a climb to test a rider’s tenacity. And to prepare you for your next assault on the real world’s most arduous ascents, Rapha Rising returns to Zwift to provide a challenge like no other.
This February, join us on Zwift as we hit the virtual hills in preparation for the cycling season ahead. With three iconic climbs over three days, this is a challenge that’s all about elevation – more than 3,000 metres of it. In three sweat-drenched turbo sessions, you’ll climb three of Zwift’s (and one of cycling’s) most famous climbs and unlock an exclusive digital piece of kit for each climb you conquer. Complete all three and you’ll be entered into a prize draw to win £500 of Rapha kit. Are you ready to ride up with us?
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Elevation: 670.5m
A short gravel ride through Watopia is followed by an ascent of Alpe du Zwift. Much like the ride up Alpe d’Huez, which served as its inspiration, the climb is packed full of hairpin turns to make it a true test of a rider's legs and lungs.
Elevation: 1,164m
This route starts at the downtown Watopia pier, before heading directly across the land bridge, up the twisty dirt climb to the Italian Villas, towards the Jungle, then onward to Zwift’s longest climb: Alpe du Zwift.
Elevation: 1,539.2m
Ven-Top is named after one of cycling’s most formidable climbs – Mont Ventoux. This GPS-accurate recreation of the famous, wind-swept slopes of the Giant of Provence is arguably the toughest ascent in game (virtual and real-life), climbing 1,480 metres from the beginning to the end of the timed KOM segment.
With each climb, you’ll unlock an exclusive piece of digital Rapha kit that’s guaranteed to liven up your garage. Gain access to the socks after conquering the first climb, the cap after the second, and a highly-coveted Rapha Rising jersey after completing the third. And as an added incentive to complete all three routes, finishers will be entered into a prize draw where Rapha vouchers will be up for grabs, so prepare to push yourself to reach that third peak.
It’s hot work training indoors, and with no hills or headwinds, there’s little relief from your hard efforts. That’s why we created the Indoor Training collection – kit that’s lightweight, moisture wicking, and guaranteed to keep you cool and concentrated on the session at hand.
Looking for some motivation for your indoor climbing sessions? Head to the Rapha Films YouTube channel now and explore our latest stories – the perfect distraction when digging deep on the trainer.
