Race Across France: two Quebecers will be part of the 2023 edition

The Race Across France is a daunting ultra-endurance cycling competition that takes riders on an epic journey from the northern town of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage to the southern city of Mandelieu-la-Napoule, covering an astounding distance of 2,500 km. The race demands that participants complete the entire route in less than 10 days, while managing their own sleep and nutrition. This is a true test of endurance that attracts cyclists from all corners of the globe, including our two Quebec-based riders, David and Jesse, who are passionate and skilled enthusiasts of the sport.

Training for an ultra-endurance cycling race is a rigorous process that requires a combination of physical and mental efforts. Participants must accumulate countless hours of cycling practice to improve their endurance and ability to maintain a steady pace for long periods of time. Specific training sessions to improve power and speed are also important to be competitive in sprints and climbs.

Cyclists must also focus on their nutrition and sleep to maximize their performance over the entire distance of the race. Ultimately, the training must prepare riders to cope with discomfort and mental fatigue associated with an ultra-endurance race. Our two participants started their training six months in advance, at the beginning of 2023. Due to the Quebec winter, they have to train indoors during this time before hitting the road again in the spring.