Ultra distance cycling could be a growing trend among cyclists as more and more amateurs seem to be imitating professionals and dealing harder than ever. give a contribution the growing gravel and adventure motorcycle market and other people are now crossing the continent clockwise with their motorcycle and a few essentials.
Although not all events are created equal, we've got captured the world's most difficult tasks. Whether it is a one-day epic of over 300km around Wales or a war against a terrible region in Kyrgyzstan, you must sign on for these races if you dare.
1. Cape Epic
When: March 21-28 2021
South Africa's Cape Apex is the only MTB stage race that UCI has classified as 'Horse Category', and looking at the eight-day ride, it's easy to see why. The 16th edition consists of 624 km of trails, single track and mountains in 824 days, covering an elevation of 16,650 meters with spectacular climbs of Table Mountain National Park.
The course is handled by 650 pairs of riders, with professionals and aspiring amateurs competing side by side in the technically challenging region. The race is fully presented, but that's not to say it's easier than anyone else on the list.
The course is handled by 650 pairs of riders, with professionals and aspiring amateurs competing side by side in the technically challenging region. The race is fully presented, but that's not to say it's easier than anyone else on the list.
2. Mallorca 312
When: October, 2020
Belarus Island Mallorca has become a mecca for road cyclists thanks to its favorable conditions, silky smooth asphalt and long challenging climbs. The Mallorca 312 Games allows visitors to experience everything that is great about cycling on the island on closed roads, from sunrise to sunset.
The 2019 edition includes the Cole de Feminia and Cole Peugeot Major climbs, but participants will be happy to hear that there is no sting in the tail, with the majority of the 5,050m climbs completed halfway through the 312km ride. And for those who want to get a taste of Mallorca's roads but can't cover the distance, there are a little bit of 225km and 167km options on offer.
The 2019 edition includes the Cole de Feminia and Cole Peugeot Major climbs, but participants will be happy to hear that there is no sting in the tail, with the majority of the 5,050m climbs completed halfway through the 312km ride. And for those who want to get a taste of Mallorca's roads but can't cover the distance, there are a little bit of 225km and 167km options on offer.
3. Dirty Kanza XL
When: End of May, 2021
Americans are known for growing up, and dirty Dirty XL is no exception. The Invitation Race is a 350 mile (563 km) gravel mill located in the deepest part of Flint Hills, Kansas. Participants have only 36 hours to complete the self-made ride, which includes an altitude of more than 4,500 meters. Fortunately, those who do not receive invitations are still able to pick up the slightly smaller but heavier Dirty Kinza 200 - 200 miles (321 km) loop around the dusty gravel tracks of the Kansas Prairie Earth.
4. Dragon Devil
When: June, 2021
In Wales, this one-day game puts others to shame, entering almost rants against a 320km ride that includes mountains, fatigue and the unpredictable nature of the elements. Departing from Port Talbot on the south coast, the route takes riders through the streets of Bracken Beacons before continuing into the mountains of central Wales.
The so-called Devil's Stairs is the hardest climb, but Black Mountain, Devil's Elbow and the 10km-long Rigos aren't the easiest way to climb the 5,000m. If Satan cares about your hell, there are three short (and less mountainous) distances on offer.
The so-called Devil's Stairs is the hardest climb, but Black Mountain, Devil's Elbow and the 10km-long Rigos aren't the easiest way to climb the 5,000m. If Satan cares about your hell, there are three short (and less mountainous) distances on offer.
5. Race Across America
When: June 15, 2021
The race across the United States began in 1982 when four (slightly crazy) cyclists decided to race from the Santa Monica Pier in Los Angeles to the Empire State Building in New York, and became a strong reality in the Ultra Cyclist calendar. The route now runs from the seafront, LA, to the city dock in Annapolis, Maryland, covering 4,800 km, climbing 53,000 meters (more than six Mount Everest) and 12 states across the Pacific and Atlantic. Walks in between
It is possible to have a part-time trial style in teams of up to eight people, but there is also a solo challenge for cleaners, which Christoph Strausser set a record of seven days, 15 hours and 56 minutes in 2014.
It is possible to have a part-time trial style in teams of up to eight people, but there is also a solo challenge for cleaners, which Christoph Strausser set a record of seven days, 15 hours and 56 minutes in 2014.
6. Transcontinental Race
When: July, 2021
Now in its seventh year, the Trans-Continental Race pitted participants against self-propelled rides across Europe. Riders are given start and end points, as well as four checkpoints they have to pass through, and the rest depends on them.
The distance is about 4 4,000 km - depending on how good you are at reading the map - and in the latest edition from the Black Sea in rival Bulgaria to Brest in France, from mountain routes in Bulgaria, Serbia, Italy and France. Will see passing This climb will be very difficult in itself without even wrapping them up for two weeks.
The distance is about 4 4,000 km - depending on how good you are at reading the map - and in the latest edition from the Black Sea in rival Bulgaria to Brest in France, from mountain routes in Bulgaria, Serbia, Italy and France. Will see passing This climb will be very difficult in itself without even wrapping them up for two weeks.
7. Silk Road Mountain Race
When: August 14, 2020
The Silk Road has been an important trade route for hundreds of years, connecting the entire Asian continent with the Southern Corridor of Europe. Now, the gravel tracks and Soviet-era roads in parts of Kyrgyzstan are forgotten and dilapidated. Organizers of the Silk Road Mountain Race visited the area and thought it would be a great place to hold a motorcycle race. There is a lack of and in the end there is a reward. Just finished.
The race starts in Bishkek and the riders are expected to finish by the end of the event after a party in Cholpon Ata just 14 days later.
And if the race isn't brutal enough, you only have to climb 26,000 meters before reaching the final line.
The race starts in Bishkek and the riders are expected to finish by the end of the event after a party in Cholpon Ata just 14 days later.
And if the race isn't brutal enough, you only have to climb 26,000 meters before reaching the final line.
8. Haute Route Alps
When: August, 2021
Dreamed of participating in the Tour de France, but a big budget team, topped the line bike and, well, backed down because of your qualifications? Don't be afraid - the Haute Route series gives you the opportunity to live a professional life, without all these annoying obstacles.
The Alpine Edition (commemoratively included in the Oscar-winning documentary Icarus) is now in its ninth year, and has an 800km race on seven adrenaline-fueled days. The pilot also deals with the small matter of climbing 20,000 meters, and this year's route gives you the opportunity to imitate Gerant Thomas, whose peak ends at the top of the famous Alpine Hose.
The Alpine Edition (commemoratively included in the Oscar-winning documentary Icarus) is now in its ninth year, and has an 800km race on seven adrenaline-fueled days. The pilot also deals with the small matter of climbing 20,000 meters, and this year's route gives you the opportunity to imitate Gerant Thomas, whose peak ends at the top of the famous Alpine Hose.
9. Taiwan KOM
When: October, 2020 Whether it's the sad pleasure of burning lactic acid in the legs, or just knowing that they will get a faster ride downhill, some road cyclists actually enjoy the challenge of climbing. Taiwan KOM is one of the most difficult (and longest) mountain climbs to enter easily, taking participants 105 kilometers above sea level to an altitude of 3,275 meters.
A 5km section, about three-quarters of the way down, gives a little respite, but the hardest part is reserved for the last 10km, where gradients affect 27.3% of the nose. High 10. Red Bull Timelaps
When: October 24-25, 2020 The world's longest one-day road cycling event returns in October, offering riders 25 hours of crate racing action. The event takes place in the UK on weekends when the clocks go back, marking the end of British Summer Time, so the extra hour of the race, and the teams of four stand against each other to watch. Who can do a maximum lapse of 6.2? Km course
The race follows a relay-style format, with only one rider exiting at a time, while a short route is used during the 2 a.m. extra 'power hour' in which the laps are counted twice. ۔ The event is a battle of endurance both on and off the bike, and proper rest and recovery is key between standing on the road.
When: October, 2020
Whether it's the sad pleasure of burning lactic acid in the legs, or just knowing that they will get a faster ride downhill, some road cyclists actually enjoy the challenge of climbing. Taiwan KOM is one of the most difficult (and longest) mountain climbs to enter easily, taking participants 105 kilometers above sea level to an altitude of 3,275 meters.
A 5km section, about three-quarters of the way down, gives a little respite, but the hardest part is reserved for the last 10km, where gradients affect 27.3% of the nose. High
A 5km section, about three-quarters of the way down, gives a little respite, but the hardest part is reserved for the last 10km, where gradients affect 27.3% of the nose. High
10. Red Bull Timelaps
When: October 24-25, 2020
The world's longest one-day road cycling event returns in October, offering riders 25 hours of crate racing action. The event takes place in the UK on weekends when the clocks go back, marking the end of British Summer Time, so the extra hour of the race, and the teams of four stand against each other to watch. Who can do a maximum lapse of 6.2? Km course
The race follows a relay-style format, with only one rider exiting at a time, while a short route is used during the 2 a.m. extra 'power hour' in which the laps are counted twice. ۔ The event is a battle of endurance both on and off the bike, and proper rest and recovery is key between standing on the road.
The race follows a relay-style format, with only one rider exiting at a time, while a short route is used during the 2 a.m. extra 'power hour' in which the laps are counted twice. ۔ The event is a battle of endurance both on and off the bike, and proper rest and recovery is key between standing on the road.
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