Ultra-Cycling: Owlin Racing Team Shines at the Race Across France 2025
An Epic Crossing of France: RAF 2025 Pushes the Limits of Endurance
The Race Across France 2025 has established itself as one of the most formidable independent ultra-cycling events:
2,500 km , 30,000 meters of elevation gain , a brutal challenge where rain, heat and storms put the most seasoned cyclists to the test. This edition once again confirmed the grandeur of this legendary event.
A Remarkable First Participation for the Owlin Racing Team
2500 km: A monumental performance by Jonas Verest
- Jonas Verest wins the RAF 2025 with 2616 km and 37,087 m D+ swallowed in 5 days, 13 hours, 37 minutes . A titanic effort documented on Strava and its official website .
- Lucas Becker finished 2nd after a thrilling duel, with a gap of less than 3 hours.
- Antoine Penkalla finished 6th, just 16 seconds behind the Top 5.
- Fabien Dauge secures a solid 20th place.
1000 km: Juliette Coqueret Creates a Surprise
- Juliette Coqueret , for her 2nd participation in the 1000 km, finished 2nd woman and 5th in the general classification out of 233 finishers.
- She achieved one of the most remarkable feats of this distance, in a race dominated by Estelle Gerbier (3rd overall) .
⚔️ Jonas Verest vs Lucas Becker: A Legendary Duel
" After a navigation error in Clermont-Ferrand, I spent two days chasing Lucas in the mountains. I had to ride the last 580 kilometers and 11,000 meters of elevation gain in one go, without sleep. I was exhausted on the Cime de la Bonette, clinging to reality in the last ten hours... I never thought I'd make it. It was crazy, and magnificent."
— Jonas Verest - Strava activity
An epic chase through the Alps , culminating in a sleepless night for victory. A mental and physical battle that illustrates the raw beauty of ultra-cycling.
Equipment Designed for Ultra-Endurance
All Owlin riders were equipped with the Owlin Ultra V2 jersey and Ultra V2 cargo shorts specially designed for the event:
High visibility design
Back pockets in reflective fabric
Three large side pockets for autonomy
Long-lasting comfort over 2,500 km of field testing
Discover the new Owlin Ultra V2 collection on our online store .
Owlin Racing Team: A Vision of Adventure and Performance
Through this project, Owlin affirms its commitment to sustainable and committed cycling :
Durable products suitable for extreme conditions
Comfort, autonomy and long-distance performance
Local and responsible design
Next challenge: the VIA RACE
4,000 km across Europe. See you in July with Lucas Becker to wear the Owlin colors again.
❓ FAQ – Race Across France 2025 & Owlin Racing Team
1. What is Race Across France?
It is a self-supported ultra-cycling race, crossing France over several distances, from 300 km to 2,500 km.
2. Who is Jonas Verest?
Jonas is a Belgian ultra-cyclist, winner of the RAF 2025, to find out more:visit his blog
3. What does Owlin offer for long-distance cyclists?
Technical clothing designed for ultra-distance running: high-visibility jerseys, cargo shorts, comfort and performance.
4. Where can I buy Owlin Racing Team equipment?
Products are available on the official Owlin store .
5. What are the team's next races?
The VIA RACE 2025, a 4,000 km crossing of Europe, with Lucas Becker as the headliner.
6. Can I join or sponsor the Owlin Racing Team?
Yes, the team is in the process of being structured and is open to collaborations with partners who share its values.