Our concept

Ultra-distance for all

Between ROAD and GRAVEL,
The Race Across Series offers ultra-distance cycling events accessible to all. 6 events around the world share one constant: semi-autonomy.
One thing is certain: we offer you exceptional cycling experiences on the world's most beautiful roads.
Whatever distance you choose, you'll never be alone in your challenge.

Ultra for all: to each his own practice and distance!

What is semi-autonomy?

The Race Across organization proposes itineraries on which basecamps are placed. Whether you choose a compact format or an itinerant one like the RAF, these basecamps become real oases where you receive assistance from the organization, your family or your team.

Meals, dormitories, showers, your personal belongings... you're not alone in your challenge, we provide you with the necessary comfort while leaving you complete autonomy on your route.

2 formats are available on RACE ACROSS

The compact format

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These events feature several loops revolving around a single life base, the starting point for each distance. To complete your challenge, you'll be asked to complete 1, 2 or 3 loops. The advantages of compact formats are numerous: they give you the confidence to be sure of finding your belongings and the comfort of the living base, always in the same place. They also provide a single point of contact for your family and/or friends who may come to help you during your challenge.

The travelling format

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The RAF is our only itinerant event. Whatever the distance, you'll be asked to travel from point A to point B. Along the way, you'll always find living quarters, providing you with all the comforts you need. This is semi-autonomy. You are also allowed to receive assistance on these bases, from family or friends, as you wish. This itinerant format is the incredible experience of a lifetime, a journey as you've always imagined it.

A list of services that illustrate our dedication to your challenge

Whether it's the RAF or one of our other events, the well-trained organization deploys impressive logistics to offer you the best experience.

PGO
our management station is there for you 24 hours a day, answering your calls whenever you need them.

GPS
a tracker is given to you at the start so that your friends and family can follow you on your adventure

Lifebases
Several BDVs on your route, giving you all the assistance you need for your race

Logistics
14 trucks deployed to ensure the perfect event experience

Bag management
Your bags, Bike Boxes, transported on arrival for your peace of mind.

Dormitories
On the base, you can rest

Refreshments
Hot meals and snacks at the base camps to get you back on your way in the best possible condition.

Charging points
At all our events, our bases provide charging points for your equipment.

and much more

Your registration includes : 

Blog Education Hub
Access to workshops on nutrition, training and advice from ultra-cycling experts.
Discount coupons
Answer all your questions before the event

Recognition of the route in .gpx format, created after scouting and inspecting roads all over Europe.

Logistics
  • Coordinate the transport of participants' bags, bike cases and equipment from the starting point to the event's living and arrival bases.
  • Organize living and catering facilities for participants, volunteers and staff.
  • Set up eating, resting, care and sanitary facilities at each of the living and arrival bases.
  • Manage refueling operations, including solid and liquid food distribution.
  • Oversee the set-up of the start area, living quarters, finish area and podiums.
  • Coordinate with local authorities to obtain the necessary authorizations and permits for the event.
  • Collaborate with law enforcement and emergency services to ensure the safety of participants and spectators.
  • Draw up a detailed security plan, including checkpoints and sensitive areas.
  • Supervise the volunteer team assigned to various tasks for 15 days at the start, finish, base camp and operational management posts, both on-site and remotely, along the 2,500 km long route.
  • Event declared to the authorities at the prefecture of each region and department crossed
  • Collaboration with emergency organizations in each region and department as part of the development of health plans.
  • Shuttle bus service to ensure participants' safety
  • Set up an emergency response plan to deal with accidents or medical problems.
  • Coordinate with emergency medical services to ensure rapid response.
  • 24-hour access to a doctor for the duration of the event.
  • Setting up shuttles at sensitive points along the route for intervention or emergency care
  • Multilingual briefing
  • Speaker on departure and arrival
  • Digital guide Runner's application for all information Digital guide
  • Team Support
  • Medals Podium
  • Media coverage and photo gallery available
  • Access to an on-site relaxation area on arrival
  • Free meals and drinks: Coupons for free meals and drinks before, during and after the event.
  • Bike and equipment check: compulsory check of your bike and equipment at the start and at the base.
  • Luggage transport: Transport service for participants' luggage from departure to base camp and arrival.
  • Real-time monitoring: Real-time monitoring, analysis and follow-up. React quickly to incidents or participants' needs via the OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT POST.

Event caps and water bottles.

Partner goodies and RACE ACROSS SERIES

Access to bases:

  • Catering area: Hot and cold solids and hot and cold liquids
  • Sanitary area: toilets and showers
  • Rest area: Camp beds with blankets
  • Medical area: First-aid kit and doctor's access
Information. Guidance. Relation with life bases. Contact a doctor if necessary. Trigger and manage emergency services. Information management with the family.
Debriefing
  • Organize debriefing meetings with cities and partners to assess strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Collect feedback from participants to assess satisfaction and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Verified, accurate results available quickly after the test.
  • Prepare detailed reports for sponsors and partners, highlighting the impact of their support and media coverage.
  • Begin preliminary planning for the next edition of the event, taking into account lessons learned and suggestions for improvement.

The foundations of Race Across Series

Well-honed logistics

Nothing is left to chance.

On every event, our entire team is mobilized to offer you a smooth and easy experience. Your luggage is transported from point A to point B, and the living quarters offer every comfort, including meals, dormitories and showers. The DROPBAG service allows you to have a relief bag at a precise point of the race. In short, we take care of everything, and you're on your way.

Your safety is our priority

The Race Across Series innovates with concepts such as the "sleep rule", which imposes compulsory breaks on participants, and compulsory equipment, meticulously designed to ensure everyone's safety.

Finally, the Race Across Series always works closely with the relevant authorities to ensure that the event complies with the relevant standards and permits, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to your safety.

Possible assistance: only on basecamps

The Race Across is a real adventure. Between two living quarters, you're the only one in charge, completely autonomous in the face of the challenges of the route. Whether it's a mechanical breakdown or an unforeseen event, it's up to you to reach the next base by your own means. Once there, you benefit from the services offered by the organization, but also, if you wish, from the technical assistance of your family or your team. A perfect balance between autonomy and support!

Individual road starts

The adventure begins on the launch pad, with individual starts every 30 seconds. Under the spotlights, you'll take your first steps in the race. Please note: the first to register are the first to go. Start order is determined by registration date.

Timed segments on the gravel course

For the Gravel, Mass Start is organized. All riders are ranked according to their performance on timed segments positioned along the course.

How do I register?

Whether you're riding SOLO, DUO or in a TEAM OF 4, the Race Across is above all a human adventure, where you'll meet incredible people and forge lifelong friendships.

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