RACE ACROSS BLOG
Welcome to our Blog: stories, advice and inspiration for living ultra-cycling to the full.
Whether you're an adventure enthusiast, a performance-oriented athlete or simply curious about the world of ultra-distance running, this blog is for you.
Here you'll find :
Participant testimonials and inspiring stories from the community.
Practical advice and motivation to help you progress and stay motivated.
Focus on essentialequipment and materials.
Articles dedicated to health and performance.
Accessible content to show that cycling is for everyone.
👉 Our goal: to share with you authentic stories, useful resources and the energy that keeps the Race Across Series community alive.
“The more women there are at the starting line, the more natural it will become and the more the virtuous circle will take hold.”
Nathalie Monnier joined GRAAALPS as a participant and is now the race coordinator, fully committed to the project. A passionate ultra-cyclist, bicycle traveler, and expert on the Alpine regions, she uses her experience to ensure safety, consistency of the routes, and the overall experience of the participants.
Through her personal journey, Nathalie shares a sensitive and committed vision of ultra-distance cycling, where adventure, preparation, and mental endurance are just as important as physical performance. She advocates for an inclusive approach to ultra-cycling, highlighting the barriers that still exist for women and the need to transform the narratives surrounding the discipline.
Representation, communication, mentoring, and more inclusive event design: Nathalie takes concrete action to make the starting line more accessible and natural for everyone. An inspiring interview at the crossroads of human commitment, alpine adventure, and a modern vision of ultra running.
RACE ACROSS BENELUX 2026 - Ultra Cycling: DETAILED ROUTES
The Race Across Series unveils for the first time a route entirely dedicated to the Benelux, an iconic region for Northern European cycling and the birthplace of strong traditions combining Ardennes hills, steep-sided valleys, long plains, and a rich brewing culture.
With four formats— 1,000 km, 500 km, 300 km, and 200 km (including a 200 km By Night) —Race Across Benelux is becoming one of the major new events on the ultra-distance calendar in Europe.