Fleurieu Peninsula
RADL GRVL
Fri 23rd Jan 2026 at 7:45 AM
RADL GRVL is returning to South Australia for its third edition after a sellout pilot event in 2024.
Australia’s best and biggest gravel race is back for its huge third edition. Think shakeouts, beach rides, expos, watch parties and a race day filled with the world’s top talent – including Formula 1 driver Valtteri Bottas and star South Australian cyclist Tiffany Cromwell. RADL GRVL brings you a full week of fun, with ride day set to take place across gravel and paved roads around McLaren Vale on Friday 23 January. Go all in and tackle the full 112km route, or opt for the 34km option and save a little energy for the action ahead.
Race Week Programming
Thursday, 22 January 2026
- Welcome reception with bar/station, branded refreshments and sampling
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | RADL GRVL Expo at City of Adelaide Tour Village
- Packet Pickup & Official Merchandise
- Sponsor activations at expo area
Thursday, 22 January 2026
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9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Morning Shakeout Ride & Beach Social
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11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | GRVL Expo, interactive panels, and Q&A sessions
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5:00 PM – 5:35 PM | Official Rider Briefing
Friday, 23 January 2026 | Race Day
Start Times:
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07:45 | Elite Open/Men’s Blue Race Start | 112km
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07:50 | Elite Women’s Blue Race Start | 112km
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07:52 | Junior Blue Race Start | 112km
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08:05 | Amateur Blue Race Start | 112km
Key Events:
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11:00 | First RADL GRVL finishers expected
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11:00 – 16:00 | Post-Race Meal, Finisher Party, Santos Tour Down Under Viewing Party and Outdoor Activities
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13:00 | Podium Awards
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15:30 | Final RADL GRVL finishers expected
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15:45 | Return shuttles depart to Pullman Hotel
Saturday, 24 January 2026 | Post-Race Events
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10:00am - 4.00pm | RADL GRVL x Santos Tour Down Under Watch Party | Downtown Adelaide
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12:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Willunga Hill Watch Party hosted by Tiffany and Valtteri
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Valtteri Bottas Sausage Sizzle
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Spectator Bar at Willunga Hill
