Race Across America

Race Across America (RAAM) is the world’s premier ultra-cycling event,challenging athletes from across the globe. Known as one of the most respected and longest running endurance sports events, RAAM offers an unparalleled race experience that stretches 3,000 miles from California’s longest piers in Oceanside to the Boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Along the way, competitors ascend 175,000 feet, cross 13 states, and navigate through diverse and iconic American terrains including three major mountain ranges—the Sierra, Rocky, and Appalachian—and four of America’s greatest rivers.

RAAM is open to professional and amateur cyclists alike, with categories for solo riders, 2-person, 4-person, and 8-person teams. It challenges their physical and mental capacities like no other race. Beyond the physical challenge, RAAM serves as a powerful platform for racers to contribute significantly to charities, with participants raising over $2 million annually in recent years.

Achieving the status of RAAM finisher places one among an elite group, earning the highly coveted jersey and medal, and for some, the esteemed USA plaque. This race is more than a test of speed and endurance—it’s a journey of personal and collective triumph, inspiring all involved, from racers to crews, and supporters. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an enthusiastic amateur, RAAM offers the ultimate challenge in the world of ultra-endurance cycling.