RAI
775
The Classic Race
START: SILVI
May 4th, 2024
RAI775 is the first Italian Ultracycling event: a double Tirreno-Adriatico that crosses 4 regions, cuts the Apennines twice touching the two seas, and after 775km and over 10,000 meters of elevation returns to Silvi.
Wild nature through some of the most beautiful National Parks in Italy.
It’s Qualifying Race for the Race Across America (RAAM) and is included in the World Ultracycling Association Calendar for the 500 Miles Challenge.
It is also the first Race of the Ultracycling Italian Championship.
Race across Italy is a non-stop Ultracycling Race starting from Silvi (TE) and open to the participation of cyclists(both self-supported and with support car) and teams of 2, 4 cyclists (in relay).
The 10th edition will start on May 4th, 2024 from our beautiful Silvi Marina.
End of April has been decided to give the opportunity to all those who are training for the Race Across America to have a good test (even for the Crew) , where weather conditions , except in case of unforeseen events, should be ideal.
Discover all the details of the route, which will let you to discover amazing places that represents the history of cycling, such as Campo Imperatore,Valico del Macerone, Campitello Matese and more!
Total Km : 775 km
Elevation: 10.500 D+
TimeStation:3
Time Limit: 42 h Supported – 47 h Self Supported
Bike (suggested): Road or Gravel
Wheels: Road 25-22 mm
Bike gear ratios:50/34 cassette 11/32
The Track
Equipment
You will find below a summary of the material needed (read carefully the rules).
SOLO AND TEAM WITH SUPPORT CAR
All what is listed below is mandatory:
- helmet;
- GPS tracker (provided by the organization and to be kept with the cyclist at all times);
- navigator (Garmin o similari) to upload track files;
- lights for the bike and all what is mentioned in the rules;
- front and back lights have to be always switched on:
- 1 support car (pace car);
- 2 crew members with a valid driver licence ;
- mobile phone always available
- reflecting adhesives both for the bike and for the wheels
- reflecting vests for cyclist and crew members (mandatory according Italian Traffic Rules and our rules);
- all what mentioned in our rules.
In addition we suggest:
- to have appropriate clothing for all weather conditions;
- to have a second bike (this is just a suggestion of course, mainly to avoid a DNS (Do Not Start) due to a mechanical problem;
- food and beverage.
SELF-SUPPORTED SOLO AND PAIR :
All what is listed below is mandatory:
- helmet;
- GPS tracker (provided by the organization and to be kept with the cyclist at all times);
- navigator (Garmin o similari) to upload track files;
- lights for the bike and all what is mentioned in the rules;
- front and back lights have to be always switched on:
- mobile phone always available ;
- reflecting adhesives both for the bike and for the wheels
- reflecting vests for cyclist (mandatory according Italian Traffic Rules and our rules);
- all what mentioned in our rules.
In addition we suggest:
- to have appropriate clothing for all weather conditions;
- food and beverage.
Documents required
For all
- Agonistic Medical Certificate for Cycling valid during Race Across Italy , by sending it to : raceacrossitalyinfo@gmail.com
- For Italian athletes :
Valid cycling federation card (ACSI-FCI-UCI etc.) - For all foreign athletes :
UCI membership card
if you are not a UCI member, please contact us by mail and we will inform you how to proceed
Race Schedule
RACE START AREA is here:
Le Dune – Città Mediterranea (Main Square in front of Poste Italiane) Le Dune -Via Leonardo da Vinci –64028 Silvi TE
Thursday 02/05/2024
h 17:00 20:00
Check-in
and race packs
Friday 03/05/2024
From 09:00 to 15:00 Check-in/Race Pack /bike and pace car inspection
17:00 Pre-race Briefing
The participation to the briefing is mandatory for cyclists and Crew-Chiefs
20:00 RAI 775 STARTS
according to the Start List.
Saturday 04/05/ 2024
RAI775 ARRIVALS
h. 20:00 approx RAI775 arrivals
Sunday 05/05/2024
13:00 Award Ceremony & Celebration Party
Registration Fees
REGISTRATIONS WILL OPEN ON SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2023
Solo with support car (Men/Women)
Registration completed within February 28th 2024
€ 350,00 – REGISTER NOW
Registration completed within April 7th, 2024
€ 425,00
Team 2 with support car (Men/Women/Mixed)
Registration completed within February 28th 2024
€ 390,00 – REGISTER NOW
Registration completed within April 7th, 2024
€ 470,00
Team 4 with support car (Men/Women/Mixed)
Registration completed within February 28th 2024
€ 430,00 – REGISTER NOW
Registration completed within April 7th, 2024
€ 510,00
Solo Self Supported (without support ) (Men/Women)
Registration completed within February 28th 2024
€ 260,00 – REGISTER NOW
Registration completed within April 7th, 2024
€ 320,00
Pair- 2 (a couple of 2 cyclists) Self Supported (without support ) (Men/Women/Mixed)
Registration completed within February 28th 2024
€ 390,00 – ISCRIVITI ORA
Registration completed within April 7th, 2024
€ 440,00
Registration fees for PAIR and TEAM are for the total.
WHAT IS INCLUDED? :
- Race Pack with gadgets
- Noleggio GPS Tracker – if you don’t return the device at the end of the race, you will be charged of the amount of € 100 for each device not returned.
- GPX track on file
- Road Book pdf printable file
- Finisher’s medal, if completed within the time limit
- LIVE tracking system with web platform
- Presentation on our social, web, and youtube channels
- Media service during the race
- TimeStation where you will find our staff with snacks and drinks
- Race Officials along the route grant the respect of the rules
- Pre-race briefing with all participants and welcome drink
- FOR SELF SUPPORTED ONLY BagDrop Servicewith empty bags you will find into the race pack (provided by the organization)
…and for your safety you will also find:
- Race Officials along the route to check conditions of athletes
Registration will close on : April 7th, 2024
