Long distance cycling is more than just a physical challenge—it demands time, energy, and meticulous preparation. Every cyclist remembers their first 100km. The feeling of knowing that your legs and bold determination have carried you across such a distance is unmatched. But don’t be discouraged if you haven’t spent more than a few hours in the saddle yet.
Category: Ultra-Cycling
Following the successful editions in 2018 and 2022, the ALPI 4000 is set for its third run. Right on time for the Olympic year 2026, the Italian ultra-cycling event is attracting riders with a completely renewed route, even more elevation gain, and the opportunity to qualify for PBP 2027. Here you can find all informations about the Event and the Route for 2026.
Ja, man kommt schon weit herum bei einer ALPI 4000. Für mich mein erster Super-Brevet und die längste Distanz bisher. Ich starte ganz simple mit der Einstellung, zu fahren, bis es nicht mehr geht. Oder das Rad auseinander fällt 😉 was soll die übertriebene Planerei, wo doch über eine derart lange Distanz viel unvorhersehbares passieren kann – und auch passieren wird. Also sehe ich mir vorher den Kurs an, alle 16 Etappen, lasse aber genug Spielraum für das Abenteuer.
In this article, I introduce you to the legendary passes featured in the Monaco di Baviera Classic Ultra Cycling Event 2025. Additionally, you will find links to Wikipedia for further information and a selection of photos that showcase the beauty and challenge of these routes.
Oh yeah! This year, I will be taking part in the Monaco di Bavaria Classic – an ultracycling event with 1500 km and over 30,000 meters of elevation gain – in the Alps and the Dolomites!
I have already cycled around the island of Cebu twice – both times on a gravel bike. On one attempt with a road bike, I had to stop the ride after about 400 kilometres due to technical problems. This experience made it abundantly clear to me that a gravel bike is much better and more comfortable for such a challenge.
Einmal rund um die Insel Cebu – das war der Plan. 550 Kilometer. Self-supported. An einem Tag. Von Cebu City zum südlichsten Punkt in Santander. Von dort aus zur nördlichsten…