Every year since 2010, Rapha has held a festive riding challenge of riding 500 kilometers between December 24th to the 31st. The Festive 500 originally started as a UK-based road cycling club challenge, but in the 13 years since its inception, it has grown to become a global challenge taken on by thousands of riders.
Riding 500km in just over a week is a big ask, especially if the majority of your riding is off-road, but it's especially difficult over the festive season. The limited daylight hours, the potential for bad weather, and the desire to hibernate and eat the Christmas dinner leftovers all contribute to sucking up enthusiasm. However, by signing up for a challenge you are much more likely to get your kit on and ride instead of sampling another box of chocolates.
