Race Across America (RAAM) is an annual transcontinental bicycle race from the west to east coast of the USA. Athletes from around the world participate in this feat of endurance.
RAAM is one of the pinnacles of sporting accomplishment, globally seen as the highest rung of the endurance sports ladder. Since 1982, RAAM has a rich and storied history standing as a monument to human endeavors. It is an event so staggering that merely to finish is, for most, the accomplishment of a lifetime. RAAM inspires everyone that it touches. A monumental race contested with the utmost of sportsmanship and zeal. Truly, RAAM is larger than life. A breeding ground for champions, a testing ground for elite riders and a shining example of the strength of human spirit.
2011 General Race Information – the 30th Edition
Start: Oceanside, CA – The Oceanside Pier. Women June 8th, Men June 9th, Teams June 12th.
Finish: Annapolis, MD – The City Dock. June 14th – June 24st.
Route: More than 3,000 miles across the United States.
Divisions: Solo and Two-Person, Four-Person, and Eight-Person Teams. Teams are raced in a relay format.
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3,000+ Miles
The route is over 3000 miles, touching 14 states and climbing over 100,000 feet. Teams typically cross the country in 6 to 9 days, averaging 350 to over 500 miles per day. Solo racers finish in 9 to 12 days, averaging 250 to 350 miles per day. Teams have a relay format and race 24 hours a day. Solo racers have the challenge of balancing a few hours of sleep each night against race deadlines.
