Four days. One country. A thousand stories.
OCT 12 - 17 2026
From the ancient City of Rome to the Adriatic coast of Pescara.
Mountains, villages, coastlines.
A ride through Italy’s untamed middle.
It’s 96 hours of freedom, sweat, and endless curves.
650 km + | 11 000 m elevation
Self-supported adventure
Asphalt + gravel mix
Italy like you’ve never seen it before
THE SPIRIT OF ITALY
RAD RACE 96HOURS Italy is not about suffering alone.
It’s about sharing the road, the laughter at a café stop, the “what the hell was that climb” look, the stories that only happen when you don’t plan them.
You’ll cross forgotten roads, engage with locals, fix flats next to vineyards, and jump into the sea when it’s all over.
The Route & Challenge
651 km | 11.170 moa
ROME TO PESCARA
From the Colosseum’s shadow to the waves of the Adriatic. You’ll climb through Abruzzo’s hills, past olive groves, mountain passes, and tiny medieval towns that time forgot.
Ride at your own rhythm. Sleep wherever you find shelter. Every turn is a new view, every descent a new story.
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We set the stage.
You write the story.
✹✹✹ We set the stage. You write the story.
What’s included?
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In the evening on registration day we meet at the starting line to discuss all vital Information you need to get safe throught the upcoming 96HOURS.
We will be talking about the track, about nutrtion, about what to expect. Do’s and don’ts included. -
Navigate the recommended route with KOMOOT's gpx data.
(Track might still be subject to change)
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Stay connected through GPS live tracking via Madcap, sharing the adventure with loved ones and fellow cyclists in real-time.
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Mechanical support and technical assistance will be provided by our in-house RAD RACE SHOP Mechanics at both the start and finish lines. We’ll try to ensure that your bikes are adventure-ready with pre-ride checks and quick fixes — no open-heart surgery though, just solid bike care!
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Focus on the ride; we'll handle the logistics. We can transport your bike bag and hand luggage from Rome to Pescara for your convenience. Pescara got easy and convenient access by public transport. Whether you want head home, or keep truckin’. You decide.
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As a proud finisher, you’ll receive an official RAD RACE 96 HOURS Eventshirt for you for free.
You ride it – you earn it – you own it.
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We try to come up with a proper finisher camp that will allow us to camp all together and wait for the last riders to arrive (fingerscrossed). If it works out, you can pop up your tents for a post-ride gathering – whether it's to celebrate, relax, or wait for friends.
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Schedule
*Final details and times to be confirmed in rider briefing.
Tracking
Every rider gets a live GPS tracker so friends can follow your journey across Italy.
Watch your dot crawl through vineyards, mountains, and coastal roads. The slowest reality show ever made.
✔ Helmet
✔ Lights
✔ Reflective vest
✔ Repair kit
✔ A taste for espresso.
Gear check:
Ride free, ride fair
The rules are simple:
Self-supported
Obey local traffic laws
Helmet required
Respect nature and people
Tell us if you drop out
Cycling, we love you
That’s what RAD RACE 96 HOURS is all about: Friendship, nature, snacks. And the beauty of the world – sounds corny, but it’s true.
