What is RAAM?

Race Across AMerica (RAAM) is a transcontinental bicycle race starting in Oceanside, CA and finishing in Annapolis, MD. The race covers 3000 miles across the Rockies, the heartland of America, and finally the Appalachians. It continues to stand as one the toughest endurance events in the world.

RAAM cyclists face challenges beyond riding the bike including scorching heat, violent winds, thunderstorms (even tornadoes), altitude, the dark of night, sleep deprivation, muscle injuries, crew coordination, navigation and mental acuity.

Over 1500 cyclists have raced RAAM in the 27 years since its inception. Only 178 racers have officially finished Solo or Tandem RAAM at least once. Austrian adventurer Wolfgang Fasching has won solo RAAM and climbed Mt. Everest. "Everest is more dangerous, but RAAM is much harder," said Fasching.