RAAM 2012 Race Across America, illinois julian 4º

The Race is About to Begin! Stay tuned for the Female and 60+ Start Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at 3:00 PM E.S.T.

Solo Men – June 13, 2012

All Teams – June 16, 2012

Race Across America 2012- Julián Sanz Ultracycling Rider- 10/06/2012 Tunning the van

2011 Race Information & Fact Sheet

Race Across America (RAAM) is one the most respected and longest running endurance sports events in the world. RAAM is seen as a pinnacle of athletic achievement not only in cycling circles but the greater sporting community as well. RAAM has a rich and storied history. In 1982 four individuals raced from the Santa Monica Pier in Los Angeles to the Empire State Building in New York City. Covered by national television, the race captivated the public’s imagination. Teams were added in 1992 and quickly became the most popular and fastest growing segment of the race. Relay team racing made the event accessible to any reasonably fit cyclist. The 2012 race will be the 31st edition of RAAM. There is no other race in the world like RAAM. The Race inspires everyone who has been a part of it - racer, crew, staff and fans alike. RAAM is the true test of speed, endurance, strength and camaraderie, the ideal combination of work and fun! There is no race that matches the distance, terrain and weather, no other event that tests a team’s spirit from beginning to end.

2012Race Information:

· Start: Oceanside, California – Oceanside Pier Solo Women/60+ - Tuesday June 12 Men – Solo Men - Wednesday June 13 Relay Teams – Saturday June 16 ·Finish: Annapolis, Maryland – City Dock June 21-25

·Route: 3000 miles, 170,000 feet of climbing

·Crosses 12 states, passes through 88 counties and 350 communities

·Format: Solo, 2-, 4- and 8-Person relay teams

This Ain’t No Tour

RAAM is a race! But unlike the three great Europeon Grand Tours (Tour de France, Vuelta a Espana and Giro de Italia), RAAM is not a stage race. RAAM is one continual stage, similar to a time trial. Once the clock starts it does not stop until the finish line. RAAM is about 30% longer than the Tour de France. Moreover, racers must complete the distance in roughly half the time allowed for the Tour. More importantly, RAAM is not limited to professional cyclists. RAAM is open to professional and amateur athletes alike. While solo racers must qualify to compete, anyone may organize a team and race. Racers must traverse 3000 miles across 12 states and climb over 170,000 vertical feet. Team racers have a maximum of nine days and most finish in about seven and a half days. Teams will ride 350-500 miles a day, racing non-stop. Solo racers have a maximum of 12 days to complete the race, with the fastest finishing in just over eight days. Solo racers will ride 250-350 miles a day, balancing speed and the need for sleep.

Team or Solo?

There are different divisions in which to race. There are 2-, 4- and 8-Person relay teams. The workload may be split up any way the teammates choose. On an 8-Person team, each racer will ride roughly three hours per day. Solo is just that - one person travels the entire distance. Whether team or solo you will have a support crew following you. The support crew handles all of the logistics – food, fluids, navigation, clothing changes, medical needs, bike repairs, etc. - so that racers can focus on racing.

Who Races RAAM?

Racers come from all over the world and all walks of life. Racers are both amateurs and professionals. But, the majority of racers are ordinary people with a passion for riding their bicycle. Racers range in age from 13 to 75. Every year there are racers from at least 15 countries. Over 25 countries have been represented over the 30-year history of the race. Approximately 40 % of the racers are from outside the US. About 15% of the racers are women.

Why Race RAAM?

Some might echo George Mallory’s sentiment about Mt. Everest, “Because it’s there!” For most racers it is not that simple. Reasons include raising money for a charitable cause, setting a record, seeing the country, spending time with friends, adding their name to the finishers list, etc. But, overwhelmingly most people race RAAM simply to have fun and challenge themselves. Whatever the reason, RAAM is an incredible journey across a beautiful country! Not a single racer will walk away unmoved by the achievement.

Racing for Charitable Causes

RAAM is an outstanding platform for raising money for charitable causes. Racers annually raise collectively in excess of $2 million for a wide range of charitable causes.

Media Exposure

Fans from all over the world follow RAAM. Fans can follow RAAM on the web, through the bi-weekly RAAM Newsletter, race blogs, the social media (Facebook and Twitter) and traditional mainstream media. There is local, national and international coverage by the traditional media. Additionally, RAAM has at least four of its own media crews on the course providing up-to-date video, photo and text coverage. Race coverage statistics:

· 25+ million page views annually

· 2500+ articles in mainstream media (TV, radio and print)

This coverage provides substantial value to both sponsors and charities.

What is RAW?

Race Across the West (RAW) is a shorter version of RAAM. RAW travels the first 860 miles of the RAAM route and is a RAAM qualifying event. RAW has a solo division as well as 2- and 4-Person relay team divisions. It follows the same format and runs concurrently with RAAM. RAW racers start the same day as the RAAM solo men, Wednesday June 13. 2012 will celebrate the 5th annual RAW.

The Executive Team

RAAM is run by a dedicated group of professionals, who also happen to race bicycles. Our executive team is comprised of Fred Boethling, President (2X RAAM finisher), Rick Boethling, Executive Director (RAW founder), George Thomas, Race Director (6X RAAM, 2X RAW finisher), and Steven Bell, Access Curve Marketing. Together we bring a very strong business and race background and understanding of what makes a great event.

2011 Race Statistics

· 330 racers and 1000+ support crew (includes RAW)

· 19 Different Countries (includes RAW)

· 60 Teams, 58 Solos (includes RAW)

· 250+ staff & volunteers

RAAM is an Epic Event

Race Across America is the world’s top endurance cycling event. The 2012 race is the 31st edition of RAAM. We expect the largest field and the most extensive coverage in the event’s history. Don’t miss out!

http://www.raceacrossamerica.org/raam/raamfp.php?N_webcat_id=109

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Classification 14h madrid time 2012 RAAM Solo Male ( Under 50 ) Ctry Rank Entry Bike TS# Miles Arr DT Race TM Avg Status 452 - Reto Schoch S 5 342.32 06/14/2012 7:44 16 h 7 m 21.24 389 - Matthew Warner-Smith S 4 286.34 06/14/2012 5:38 13 h 37 m 21.03 316 - Gerhard GULEWICZ S 4 286.34 06/14/2012 5:48 13 h 42 m 20.9 456 - Tamas Jarvas S 4 286.34 06/14/2012 6:17 14 h 43 m 19.46 377 - Christoph Strasser S 4 286.34 06/14/2012 6:51 14 h 44 m 19.43 462 - Tarzan Rides S 4 286.34 06/14/2012 6:32 15 h 2 m 19.05 355 - Julian Sanz Garcia S 4 286.34 06/14/2012 7:06 15 h 2 m 19.05 http://www.raceacrossamerica.org/raam/rcrank.php?s_N_category_group=1&s_N_Race_ID=1&N_webcat_id=109

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‎21/06/2012 ILLINOIS Posición: 4 Millas recorridas: 2125,12 Velocidad media: 12,34 m/h

Luchando por la cuarta posición a la entrada en Greenville, Illinois. Hemos cruzado el Mississipi River a una buena velocidad. Reservando y dosificando fuerzas para lo que queda de RAAM, que sigue siendo muchísimo. Sólo con 6 miembros en el equipo hemos intentado mantener la tensión de carrera durante estos días y creemos que lo estamos consiguiendo. Es posible. http://www.facebook.com/JulianSanzUltracycling