$7,000 Prize Purse for Elite Open/Men and Women
RADL GRVL presented by Quad Lock
at Santos Tour Down Under Pricing*
Early Bird Pricing: 30 July – 13 August
Blue Course Pro/Amateur $175 AUD | Blue Course Junior $87.50 | Blue Course Tandem $350 AUD
Green Course $45 AUD
Regular Pricing: 14 August – 31 December
Blue Course Pro/Amateur $225 AUD |Blue Course Junior $112.50 | Blue Course Tandem $450 AUD
Green Course $55 AUD
Late Pricing: 1 January –22 January
Blue Course Pro/Amateur $275 AUD | Blue Course Junior $137.50 | Blue Course Tandem $550 AUD
Green Course $65 AUD
Routes Coming This Spring
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Traverse the scenic Adelaide Hills, all while enjoying some of the best gravel roads in the world. Explore eucalyptus forests and take in the ocean views on this world-class loop and celebrate your finish at the RADL GRVL post-race celebration among the shiraz vines at Oliver and Press Winemakers.
Pricing in AUD
$285 Elite | Age Groups
$155 Junior Blue
$545 Tandem
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Enjoy the same start and finish line as the Blue Course in the vineyards of Oliver and Press. Instead of venturing into the Adelaide Hills, our mostly paved Green Course takes riders through the McLaren Vale on scenic back roads, the Shiraz Trail. Perfect for families and new cyclists this route offers the exclusive opportunity to ride through the beautiful vineyards of Beresford Estate and Dog Ridge Winery, which are not accessible to the public.
Pricing in AUD
$220 AUD
*Courses subject to change
*A $10 AusCycling Day License fee applies to riders without an AusCycling Membership.
Race entry
Access to rides with coffee, treats, and sponsor goodies
Post-race meal
Shake-out rides with professional cyclists and industry leaders
Fully stocked on-course aid stations with Maurten products and snacks
Marked courses with safety marshals
What’s Included?
Access to Valtteri Bottas Sausage Sizzle tickets
Custom one-of-a-kind finisher hat
On-course mechanical assistance
Post race beverage
Neutral race support
Access to event photos
Amazing swag bags
New GRVL® friends for life!
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Deferral Policy50% credit towards 2027 registration. Deferrals must be declared by December 15, 2025.
Before registering for RADL GRVL please note:Prior to December 15, 2025, you may defer your entry, receiving credit in the amount of 50% of your paid entry fee (not including registration fees) good towards our 2027 RADL GRVL event.
After December 15, 2025 we are unable to issue credits or deferrals of any amount.
Transfers are not permitted.
We do not offer refunds of entry fees.
Starting and finishing amidst the stunning vineyards of Oliver and Press Winemakers, our RADL GRVL p/b Quad Lock route showcases the finest scenery and terrain of the McLaren Vale before ascending into the hills on hidden gravel roads that wind their way through forests and groves of gum trees before descending back into wine country.
And, because no GRVL® event is complete without proper food and beverage we’ve teamed up with our partners to bring you a plethora of food and beverage in our vibrant post race party in the vineyard.
Looking for a shorter adventure? We’ve also put together a vineyard route that highlights the finest scenery in McLaren Vale. This flat route traverses the vineyards and local scenery and is suitable for new riders of all ages.
Fully stocked aid stations along the route will ensure that you’re fueled and ready to keep rolling and roaming neutral and medical support are on hand to ensure your safety and wellbeing.
*Final route subject to change pending permits and approvals
** Green Course does not include podium prizes.
Ride, race, enjoy… and RADL at your own pace
GCN’s Alex visited Australia and decided to take on 2024’s RADL GRVL event. With over 2000m of elevation, this 100km course pushed Alex to his limits. Follow him as he attempts to race AND win the Elite category, taking on the monstrous gravel climbs at insane speeds!
