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The World’s Toughest Bicycle Race!For 36 years RAAM has been challenging ultracyclists from around the globe to push their physical and mental limits to the farthest reaches. Starting in Oceanside, under one of the longest piers in California, RAAM spans 3000 miles, climbs 175,000 feet, crosses 12 states and finishes at City Dock in Annapolis, Maryland, the east coast sailing mecca.Open to amateur and professional racers, in solo, 2-, 4- and 8-person relay teams, there is no other race in the world comparable to RAAM. The Race has become a global icon, having had over 35 countries represented. Not only has RAAM proved to be one of the most challenging races in the world, but has become a huge platform for racers to raise awareness and money for charities of their choice. Racers have raised over $2 million per year over the past 5 years.
Race Across America - Solo and Race Across America - Team
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Tue 16th Jun 2020 - Sat 20th Jun 2020
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Oceanside, United States
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Where and when
Location
Oceanside, CA, USA
Start times
Tue 16th Jun 2020
Race Across America - Solo:
TBC Sat 20th Jun 2020
Race Across America - Team:
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Here are the distances available for Race Across America
Race Across America - Solo
3000mi
Race Across America - Team
3000mi
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THE COURSE
Race Across America (RAAM) is one of the most respected and longest running ultra-endurance events in the world. RAAM is seen as a pinnacle of athletic achievement not only in cycling circles but the greater sporting community as well.
Race Across America (RAAM) is one of the most respected and longest running ultra-endurance events in the world. RAAM is seen as a pinnacle of athletic achievement not only in cycling circles but the greater sporting community as well.
The route travels west to east, traversing three major mountain ranges (Sierra, Rocky and Appalachian), crosses four of America’s longest rivers (Colorado, Mississippi, Missouri and Ohio) and the Great Plains. Also, passing through such iconic American landmarks as the Mojave and Sonoran Deserts, Monument Valley, Great Plains and Gettysburg.
RAAM is not a stage race. RAAM is one continual stage, once the clock starts it does not stop until the finish line. It is the world’s longest time trial…the ultimate race of truth.
RAAM is about 30% longer than the Tour de France. Moreover, racers must complete the distance in roughly half the time, with no rest days.
Racers must cycle 3000 miles, across 12 states, and climb over 170,000 vertical feet. Team racers have a maximum of nine days but most finish in about seven and a half with the fastest in just over 5 days. Solo racers have a maximum of 12 days to complete the race, most finishing in 11 days with the fastest finishing in under 8 days.
There is no race that combines the distance, terrain and weather; no other event that tests a team’s spirit from beginning to end. The Race inspires everyone who has been a part of it - racer, crew, staff and fans alike. RAAM is the true test of speed, endurance, strength and camaraderie, the ideal combination of work and play.
**FACILITIES ALONG THE WAY
**Please visit the Staffed Time Stations - http://www.raceacrossamerica.org/userfiles/file/TS\_Multi.pdf
**Please visit the Staffed Time Stations - http://www.raceacrossamerica.org/userfiles/file/TS\_Multi.pdf
What's included
- Becoming an official RAAM finisher means claiming ultra-racing’s most coveted jersey and medal
- For the lucky few that win their race division, the prized USA plaque…and being among the elite family who call themselves RAAM Finishers.
RAAM will always sit at the pinnacle of ultra-racing accomplishments…don’t miss your opportunity to race to the top! Tailwinds.
How to get there
Oceanside, CA, USA
Get full directionsPlease visit the Race Across America Hotel Guide - https://www.raceacrossamerica.org/assets/hotel-route-guide-2018.pdf
Event day logistics
Start Date is 16/06/2020
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