How technical is Race Around Rwanda?

Technicality lands high on the scale.[1]

Race Around Rwanda Review 2027 | Rwanda

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Course Overview

621 mi

Distance

62,335 ft

Elevation

Kigali, Rwanda

Location

February 7-13 (race start February 7; finish deadline February 13), 2027

Date

Unknown

Field Size

--

Entry Cost

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Training

February 7, 2027 RACE AROUND RWANDA

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RACE DEMAND PROFILE

Durability

10

Climbing

10

VO2 Power

5

Threshold

5

Technical

8

Heat

0

Altitude

4

Race Specificity

9

3 WORKOUTS BUILT FOR THIS RACE

Each workout below is selected from our archetype library based on Race Around Rwanda’s specific demands. Click any workout to see the full execution protocol.

Durability Tired VO2max

2.5hr +

VO2max intervals after 2 hours of endurance — power when it matters most.

621 miles. Your legs will beg to quit after 120. This trains the power output you need from mile 130 onward.

Z2 Base 2hr

4m VO2

4m

4m VO2

4m

CD

Over Under Ladder Over-Unders

1.1hr +

Over-unders with increasing over-duration — the ladder adds progressive stress.

At Race Around Rwanda, surges push you above threshold and you have to recover while still riding. Over-unders train exactly that.

WU 10m

3m U

30s O

3m U

45s O

3m U

60s O

3m U

75s O

3m U

90s O

CD

Mixed Climbing Variable Grade Simulation

1.25hr +

Simulated climb with grade changes every 2 minutes — builds pacing for real-world climbs.

62,335ft of climbing on grades that change every minute. You need to switch from seated to standing without losing rhythm.

WU 10m

4%

8%

3%

10%

2%

15%

5m

4%

8%

12%

3%

10%

CD

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the climate like at Race Around Rwanda?

Climate lands in the middle of the scale.[1]

How are the logistics for Race Around Rwanda?

Logistics lands in the middle of the scale. The race is based in Kigali, Rwanda.[1]

How adventurous is Race Around Rwanda?

Adventure sits at the top of the scale.[1]

How prestigious is Race Around Rwanda?

Prestige lands in the middle of the scale.[1]

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