Introduction from Lon Haldeman Introduction from Lon Haldeman Riding a bicycle across America has been the dream of many cyclists. For over one hundred years riders have tested themselves and equipment against terrain and nature. As road conditions and equipment have improved the speed of crossing America by bike has become increasingly faster.
Riders continue to improve their training and diets to become stronger and more durable.
Since 1982 the Race Across America has brought together the best endurance cyclists to compete in the worlds toughest race. Racing in RAAM is more than a cycling event. The physical extremes will test the limits of any rider. The logistic and planning will challenge the sanity of any support team. The emotional highs and lows will be remembered by everyone involved with the race.