Ultra Cycling

A bit of context! Did you know that ultra cycling was born in the United States in the early 1980s? This discipline involves covering very long distances, often without support. Further, longer... In total autonomy, whether solo or in a team 😉, ultra-endurance is the ideal event for long-distance enthusiasts, bikepacking, and competition. Races, like the Brevet des Randonneurs Mondiaux (BRM) 🎓, take place over varying periods, ranging from 24 hours to several consecutive days 🗓. Whether you participate solo or in a team, you will traverse varied terrains, including roads and mountains ⛰. A strong physique and a steely mind are essential, as these events require meticulous preparation.

You've got it right, ultra cycling competitions are often organized in Europe and in the United States 🇺🇸. The leading race remains the Race Across America, founded in 1982, which invites participants to cross the United States from the West Coast to the East Coast, covering a total distance of approximately 4,800 km! Isn't that crazy? The record for the event, set in 2014 by Austrian Christoph Strasser, is 7 days, 15 hours, and 56 minutes 🇦🇹. The rules are simple: participants must get from point A to point B ↔️. They have no stages to follow and manage their effort at their convenience. The top finishers sleep about 1.5 hours every 24 hours ⏱.

Among women, Laurianne Plaçais achieved a feat by winning the BikingMan in 2023 🥇, the world ultra cycling championship 🚴‍♀️, even overtaking all men in the general ranking, becoming the first woman to clinch this title 😮. She initially specialized in extreme triathlons. In 2009, she became the first Norman to qualify for the Ironman Hawaii and also finished first in her category at the cross-triathlon XTerra in 2014 🏃‍♀️, and ranked third at the Inferno Triathlon in 2015. We can also mention Isabelle Pulver, a Frenchwoman who distinguished herself by winning the Ultra-RAAM in 2015 🏆.

Ready for a cycling adventure that will make you feel alive? 🌟 The Sea to Peak in Plouarzel awaits you for an unforgettable experience of 2,200 km, nestled in the magnificent Finistère, in Brittany! In the Pyrénées, you can participate in the Haute Route Pyrénées in Pau, with its 588 km of breathtaking landscapes, or take part in BikingMan races such as Aura and its 1,000 km, Le Cannet, or the one in Corsica.

So, are you ready to take on this challenge? Prepare yourself for an unforgettable adventure where each kilometer you cover will bring you closer to glory and personal accomplishment 👍.