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Get prepared for your first. All the content you need to start your ultra distance journey is here (tutorials, tips, tricks and stories from our team and BikingMan veterans).
Stage 1 – Getting prepared
You’ve made up your mind and are willing the catch the ultracycling wagon, pushed by that desire to discover more of the world, more of yourself. But before the D-day, a first journey is necessary: getting prepared.
The following ressources are meant to guide you through this process, helping you defining and creating your bike, finding and fitting the necessary equipment, adjusting your bike to your body, your fitness and your race objectives.
Expert advice: Minimum equipment for bikepacking
Hello Everyone ! Bikepacking, a form of adventure cycling that combines bike touring and camping, is on the rise. Whether you're an experienced cyclist or a novice looking to...
Expert advice: 3 PRO recommendations on bike fit for bikepacking and ultra cycling
Hello Everyone ! Ultra cycling and bikepacking are demanding disciplines that test both body and mind over long distances. To optimize performance and prevent injuries, a proper bike fit is...
Expert advice: What’s the best bikepacking configuration for Laos ?
Hello Everyone ! Bikepacking, the adventure that combines cycling and minimalist camping, is gaining popularity among travel and adrenaline enthusiasts. Laos, with its picturesque landscapes and varied roads, is a...
BikingMan : The 9 essential tips to conquer the challenge!
Ready to dive into the world of ultracycling with BikingMan Origine 2024? Follow this guide by Axel Crion himself to secure your spot, optimize your preparation, and join a dynamic...
Essential gear for succeeding at the BikingMan 555: A complete equipment guide
Ready to take on the BikingMan 555 in the Alpes-Maritimes or the Vercors? Here are Axel Carion's recommendations for choosing the right gear, ensuring comfort, and optimizing performance on these...
Planning your ultracycling training: Key principles and tips
In this second tutorial from the Ultra Academy, Axel Carion and Adeline discuss the fundamentals of training planning for ultracycling. To avoid mistakes, optimize the efficiency of your sessions, and...
Expert advice: 10 recommendations for the best ultradistance bike
Hello Everyone ! Ultra-distance cycling is a demanding discipline that requires not only rigorous physical preparation but also perfectly suited equipment. The choice of bike is crucial to ensure...
Expert advice: How do you prepare for an ultra-distance bike race?
Hello Everyone ! Ultra-distance cycling races, such as those organized by BikingMan, represent a significant challenge, requiring both mental and physical preparation. Whether you are an experienced cyclist or an...
Expert advice: The benefits of the home trainer in ultradistance
Hello everyone ! Participating in ultradistance cycling events, requires rigorous and well-structured preparation. Using a home trainer (or indoor bike / turbo trainer) proves to be an indispensable tool for...
BikingMan – 9 tips for getting started
Hello everyone ! If you are reading this article, it's because you want to take on the challenge of the BikingMan. Congratulations, you are officially completely crazy ! More seriously,...
Expert advice: Comfort VS extreme bikepacking configuration
Hello Everyone ! Bikepacking is an exciting adventure that combines the joy of cycling with outdoor exploration. However, choosing the right configuration for your trip can make all the difference...
Strength training for ultracycling: Preparation and tips for better performance
In ultracycling, strength training is a vital component for improving power, endurance, and resilience. Axel Carion and Adeline from the Ultra Academy share their recommendations on why this type of...
Expert advice: Minimum equipment for bikepacking
Hello Everyone ! Bikepacking, a form of adventure cycling that combines bike touring and camping, is on the rise. Whether you're an experienced cyclist or a novice looking to...
Expert advice: 3 PRO recommendations on bike fit for bikepacking and ultra cycling
Hello Everyone ! Ultra cycling and bikepacking are demanding disciplines that test both body and mind over long distances. To optimize performance and prevent injuries, a proper bike fit is...
Expert advice: What’s the best bikepacking configuration for Laos ?
Hello Everyone ! Bikepacking, the adventure that combines cycling and minimalist camping, is gaining popularity among travel and adrenaline enthusiasts. Laos, with its picturesque landscapes and varied roads, is a...
BikingMan : The 9 essential tips to conquer the challenge!
Ready to dive into the world of ultracycling with BikingMan Origine 2024? Follow this guide by Axel Crion himself to secure your spot, optimize your preparation, and join a dynamic...
Essential gear for succeeding at the BikingMan 555: A complete equipment guide
Ready to take on the BikingMan 555 in the Alpes-Maritimes or the Vercors? Here are Axel Carion's recommendations for choosing the right gear, ensuring comfort, and optimizing performance on these...
Planning your ultracycling training: Key principles and tips
In this second tutorial from the Ultra Academy, Axel Carion and Adeline discuss the fundamentals of training planning for ultracycling. To avoid mistakes, optimize the efficiency of your sessions, and...
Expert advice: 10 recommendations for the best ultradistance bike
Hello Everyone ! Ultra-distance cycling is a demanding discipline that requires not only rigorous physical preparation but also perfectly suited equipment. The choice of bike is crucial to ensure...
Expert advice: How do you prepare for an ultra-distance bike race?
Hello Everyone ! Ultra-distance cycling races, such as those organized by BikingMan, represent a significant challenge, requiring both mental and physical preparation. Whether you are an experienced cyclist or an...
Stage 2 – Managing your race
There is a lot more than just pedaling to reach the finish line of an ultracycling event. From the random punctures and mechanical issues, to the multiple pains that can appear on a long distance ride, to the challenges of the weather conditions and elevation, to navigation and refueling…
Bikepacking over ultra distances features many aspects you will have to overcome, not to mention the mental strength to get through all this.
So follow along to learn how to cope with these.
The multiple Corsican experiences of the FastClub
A BikingMan, as any ultra race, can be approached in many ways, every one joining to find something different. Between pure competitors and cyclists eager for wide open spaces, there...
Inside BikingMan Brazil with Axel
Follow Axel and live his experience of the BikingMan Brazil from the inside, from check-in and the bike checks, to the finishline and the joy of having completed one of...
The start of my new life – Thomas Delaplace
A few weeks ago, Thomas Delaplace participated in his first BikingMan. And for a first, his choice fell on a choice piece: the Pyrenees, the Basque Country and a simply...
In the heart of the adventure – Nico Faure
Nico Faure , 3rd finisher of the BikingMan Corsica 2021 and sad DNF on the France stage, shares with us his experience during this last stage, dear to his heart...
AURA in duo for the turtle
Today, we are sharing another feedback on the 2022 edition of the BikingMan AURA, which nicely complements the experiences of Rémi and Patrick. This time, Damien dit La Tortue, gone...
Bikingcrash in AURA
It is a somewhat singular story that we share with you since, fortunately something quite rare, it is one of an adventure that ended with a fall. If Rémi shared...
BikingMan AURA: The Confirmation
When you are a spectator of a participant's performance, you often forget that you had to put together a lot of cogs to get there, and even more the next...
The multiple Corsican experiences of the FastClub
A BikingMan, as any ultra race, can be approached in many ways, every one joining to find something different. Between pure competitors and cyclists eager for wide open spaces, there...
Inside BikingMan Brazil with Axel
Follow Axel and live his experience of the BikingMan Brazil from the inside, from check-in and the bike checks, to the finishline and the joy of having completed one of...
The start of my new life – Thomas Delaplace
A few weeks ago, Thomas Delaplace participated in his first BikingMan. And for a first, his choice fell on a choice piece: the Pyrenees, the Basque Country and a simply...
In the heart of the adventure – Nico Faure
Nico Faure , 3rd finisher of the BikingMan Corsica 2021 and sad DNF on the France stage, shares with us his experience during this last stage, dear to his heart...
AURA in duo for the turtle
Today, we are sharing another feedback on the 2022 edition of the BikingMan AURA, which nicely complements the experiences of Rémi and Patrick. This time, Damien dit La Tortue, gone...
Bikingcrash in AURA
It is a somewhat singular story that we share with you since, fortunately something quite rare, it is one of an adventure that ended with a fall. If Rémi shared...
BikingMan AURA: The Confirmation
When you are a spectator of a participant's performance, you often forget that you had to put together a lot of cogs to get there, and even more the next...
The multiple Corsican experiences of the FastClub
A BikingMan, as any ultra race, can be approached in many ways, every one joining to find something different. Between pure competitors and cyclists eager for wide open spaces, there...
Stage 3 – Leverage your riding
You have accomplished your first objective, reaching the finish line? Now it’s time to take the next steps and build on this experience to learn and develop even more.
Whether physically, mentally, logistically or technically, there are plenty of areas where you may want to improve. These segments are meant to help you identify where and how you can leverage your riding.
Discover the bike of Bérengère, the AURA champion
After a first participation which led her to a brilliant general position and to win the female category, we spoke with Bérengère so that she presented her unique bike to...
9 strategy tips from Clément Clisson
Euskadi has just ended and demonstrated the importance of good preparation to face the intense challenges that the course offered. Another important aspect, which can be integrated into your next...
The 9 tips from Clément Clisson, winner of BikingMan Euskadi 2021, for ultracycling success
Clément Clisson, winner of BikingMan Euskadi 2021, shares his top strategies for tackling ultracycling races. Combining meticulous planning, effective sleep management, and precise nutrition control, Clément provides practical advice for...
Learn from your mistakes (and others’)
In this new Academy video, and first for Stage 3, we have compiled a list of the 9 most frequent errors we have witnessed on BikingMan events. Axel will present...
The 9 most common ultracycling mistakes according to Axel Carion
Axel Carion, founder of BikingMan, shares insights into the 9 most frequent mistakes participants make in ultracycling. Based on his experience across more than 14 races, this advice is designed...
Expert advice: 9 common BikingMan mistakes
Hello Everyone ! BikingMan is an incredible adventure that pushes the physical and mental limits of participants. However, even the most seasoned cyclists can make mistakes that compromise their...
Managing injuries during ultracycling races: Prevention, response, and recovery
Participating in an ultracycling race like BikingMan requires a solid understanding of injury risks and how to anticipate and manage them. Axel Carion and Adeline share their tips to help...
Expert advice: How to manage an Ultramarathon injury
Hello everyone ! Participating in ultramarathon events is a significant challenge. These competitions test not only your physical endurance but also your mental resilience. However, even the most prepared athletes...
Parasports and BikingMan
It has always been important to us that BikingMan be open to as many people as possible. It is with the greatest pleasure that we will share with you tonight...
Expert advice : 9 recommendations from Clément Clisson with Axel Carion
Hello everyone ! In the demanding world of endurance cycling, every detail counts. Clément Clisson , a distinguished athlete, and Axel Carion , an explorer and cycling enthusiast, share...
Discover Benoit’s Fixie
Completing a BikingMan is already a huge challenge in itself, with the 1000 kms of the sprint format generally accompanied by 15 to 20,000m of elevation.
However, this does not...
Discover the Bousquet tandem, the first finisher tandem of a BikingMan
After a first attempt aborted by the Meunier brothers during the BikingMan AURA, the BikingMan Portugal will have seen the first tandem cross the finish line with the pair of...
Discover the bike of Bérengère, the AURA champion
After a first participation which led her to a brilliant general position and to win the female category, we spoke with Bérengère so that she presented her unique bike to...
9 strategy tips from Clément Clisson
Euskadi has just ended and demonstrated the importance of good preparation to face the intense challenges that the course offered. Another important aspect, which can be integrated into your next...
The 9 tips from Clément Clisson, winner of BikingMan Euskadi 2021, for ultracycling success
Clément Clisson, winner of BikingMan Euskadi 2021, shares his top strategies for tackling ultracycling races. Combining meticulous planning, effective sleep management, and precise nutrition control, Clément provides practical advice for...
Learn from your mistakes (and others’)
In this new Academy video, and first for Stage 3, we have compiled a list of the 9 most frequent errors we have witnessed on BikingMan events. Axel will present...
The 9 most common ultracycling mistakes according to Axel Carion
Axel Carion, founder of BikingMan, shares insights into the 9 most frequent mistakes participants make in ultracycling. Based on his experience across more than 14 races, this advice is designed...
Expert advice: 9 common BikingMan mistakes
Hello Everyone ! BikingMan is an incredible adventure that pushes the physical and mental limits of participants. However, even the most seasoned cyclists can make mistakes that compromise their...
Managing injuries during ultracycling races: Prevention, response, and recovery
Participating in an ultracycling race like BikingMan requires a solid understanding of injury risks and how to anticipate and manage them. Axel Carion and Adeline share their tips to help...
Expert advice: How to manage an Ultramarathon injury
Hello everyone ! Participating in ultramarathon events is a significant challenge. These competitions test not only your physical endurance but also your mental resilience. However, even the most prepared athletes...
Race ReportsRead the experiences and stories from our veteran participants
A magic backcloth
Today, a race report from one of our BikingMan legends, and veteran rider, Rob. After successfully completing Corsica and Taiwan, and before willing to tackle the peruvian Andes, Rob had...
Ultra Duo in Taiwan
Romain shares his story beyond the race of Taiwan, from his meeting with Simon, pair partner in Asia, to the decision process to join Taiwan as a pair, to the...
Start of an ultra journey
Describing herself as a "flatlander" with a rich experience in track cycling, with several record attempts, Jasmijn flet incredibly attracted by the images and stories out of BikingMan Oman inaugural...
Fighting against sleep
Taiwan is full of surprises. The first one obviously is its discovery itself as only few have a good idea of what the island is made of. Then, there was...
Ultra Women
BikingMan races can be the source of fabulous stories, thanks to the variety of amazing people it gathers, coming from many different countries and backgrounds. Today's race report makes definitely...
Sprint away from the sun
New race report today, from the 2020 edition of BikingMan Oman Sprint with Jean-Philippe telling the story of his bike adventure in the sultanate. Especially how he had to fight...
Family ride episode 2
After a first successful experience on the 2019 BikingMan Corsica, Clémence's home territory, it was time for more adventure this winter as they had enrolled for another ride in the...
Tough route in tough conditions
This year's edition of BikingMan Taiwan was brutal. It was not particularly easy last year, but the changes brought to the route for 2019, to avoid boring urban areas when...
Scratching with benefits
Today's race report is a special one. It's a special one first because it comes with the words of veteran Marcus, who has an undeniable talent for writing, but it's...
Buddy story in Portugal
After an impressive first ultra experience in the peruvian Andes, finishing 4th of the 3rd edition of IncaDivide, Guillaume was back for a different flavor of ultracycling, this time a...
Corsican cold
After a podium finish for his second attempt in Oman, Jason was back for more on the mediterranean island. Applying the famous mantra "light is right", with a rather minimalistic...
A magic backcloth
Today, a race report from one of our BikingMan legends, and veteran rider, Rob. After successfully completing Corsica and Taiwan, and before willing to tackle the peruvian Andes, Rob had...
Ultra Duo in Taiwan
Romain shares his story beyond the race of Taiwan, from his meeting with Simon, pair partner in Asia, to the decision process to join Taiwan as a pair, to the...
Start of an ultra journey
Describing herself as a "flatlander" with a rich experience in track cycling, with several record attempts, Jasmijn flet incredibly attracted by the images and stories out of BikingMan Oman inaugural...
Fighting against sleep
Taiwan is full of surprises. The first one obviously is its discovery itself as only few have a good idea of what the island is made of. Then, there was...
Ultra Women
BikingMan races can be the source of fabulous stories, thanks to the variety of amazing people it gathers, coming from many different countries and backgrounds. Today's race report makes definitely...
Sprint away from the sun
New race report today, from the 2020 edition of BikingMan Oman Sprint with Jean-Philippe telling the story of his bike adventure in the sultanate. Especially how he had to fight...
Family ride episode 2
After a first successful experience on the 2019 BikingMan Corsica, Clémence's home territory, it was time for more adventure this winter as they had enrolled for another ride in the...
Tough route in tough conditions
This year's edition of BikingMan Taiwan was brutal. It was not particularly easy last year, but the changes brought to the route for 2019, to avoid boring urban areas when...
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BikingMan X Morocco 2024: day 3 – a race marked by surprises and revelations
Abdellah Hida, day 3 winner, takes the lead
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BikingMan X Morocco 2024: day 2 – The battle continues across atlas challenges
A modified route: the impact of flooding
Day two of BikingMan X Morocco 2024 was marked by unexpected adjustments and challenges. Near checkpoint 2 in Foumzguid, access to the Oasis...
BikingMan X Morocco 2024: Day 1 – A spicy, challenging race
The start in Marrakech
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