As the days get shorter and the outdoor season wraps up in many parts of the world, many cyclists and triathletes are moving their training indoors. But indoor riding doesn’t mean you have to do it alone.
Our partners at ROUVY are going big this autumn to celebrate the start of the indoor season: from October 12 to October 25, 2026, the virtual platform is turning into a massive global cycling celebration during the inaugural ROUVY Fest.
What to Expect at ROUVY Fest
For two full weeks, ROUVY is all about community, inspiration, and motivation. Whether you are prepping for your next Challenge Family race or simply looking to keep your fitness high, ROUVY Fest has something for everyone:
- Ride with the Pros: Hit the virtual roads alongside major names like Wout van Aert, Victor Campenaerts, Mattias Skjelmose, Derek Gee West, and top triathlete Kat Matthews.
- Route of the Day: Discover daily featured real-world courses and experience iconic routes as if you were riding them in person.
- Community & Café: Chat before and after rides with fellow athletes and ride leaders in the in-app ROUVY Café.
- Boosted Rewards & Giveaways: Earn exclusive virtual gear and unlock special perks along the way.
An active ROUVY subscription (or a 7-day free trial for new users) gives you an automatic ‘FEST Pass’ to access all festival events.
The Perfect Match: Our Weekly Challenge Family Friday Rides!
While Challenge Family isn’t a direct host of the festival schedule itself, the spirit of ROUVY Fest fits seamlessly with our mission: bringing athletes together from across the globe on iconic racecourses.
So, while enjoying the festival vibes, don’t forget to lock in your Friday workout with our weekly Challenge Family Friday Rides on ROUVY!
Why You’ll Love the Friday Rides:
- Ride Iconic Challenge Family Courses: Feel the electric atmosphere of world-class venues. From the flat, fast roads of Challenge Almere-Amsterdam to the scenic climbs of Challenge Kaiserwinkl-Walchsee.
- You Choose the Route: Two weeks in advance, you can vote for upcoming routes on our social media channels. It’s the ultimate way to scout your next racecourse or revisit a personal favorite!
- Flexible Timing for Global Athletes: To accommodate athletes across all time zones, we run two sessions every single Friday:
- Afternoon Session: 5:00 PM (CEST) / 11:00 AM (EST)
- Evening Session: 11:00 PM (CEST) / 5:00 PM (EST)
Gear Up for Your Indoor Season
Don’t have a ROUVY account yet, but want to jump into ROUVY Fest and our Friday Rides? Take advantage of our special promo code CHFHQ1M when registering on ROUVY to unlock a one-month free trial!
Will we see you on the virtual roads during ROUVY Fest and this Friday for our Challenge Family Friday Ride?