The Race Manual
Your Essential Guide

Welcome to the core document for the Borderline700! The official Race Manual contains everything you need to know to participate safely, fairly and successfully in this self-supported ultra bikepacking race.

Inside, you'll find detailed information covering:

  • The official race rules and the spirit of the event
  • Mandatory equipment list and bike requirements
  • Details about the start, finish and checkpoints
  • Safety guidelines, emergency protocols and scratching procedure
  • Explanation of the self-supported ethos
  • GPS tracker usage and return policy

And much more...

Reading the Race Manual thoroughly is mandatory for all registered riders. It forms the basis of the event rules and expectations. Understanding its contents is crucial for your preparation and safety.

Download the latest version of the Race Manual below.

BORDERLINE700 Race Manual 2026

Key Event Details

🗓Event Dates: April 3 - 5, 2026

📍 Start Location: Markt 1, 2801 JG Gouda

🏁(new) Finish Location: Kale jonkerpad 3, 2805 LD Gouda

🚴Race Format: A Self-Supported Ultra Bikepacking Race

🗺️Route: Approx. 700 km / 5,000m elevation gain (Fixed road route)


⚠️ IMPORTANT: The finish location has changed.

Bike Check

When:
Option 1: Van Herwerden, Voorburg
Date: Wednesday, April 1st
Time: 14:00 – 17:00
Location: Laan van Nieuw Oosteinde 100, 2274 EK, Voorburg


Option 2: GRTC Excelsior, Gouda (Finish location)
Date: Thursday, April 2nd
Time: 16:00 – 19:00
Location: Kale Jonkerpad 3, 2805 LD, Gouda


Option 3: Markt, Gouda (Before the start)
Date: Friday, April 3rd
Time: 07:30 – 09:30
Location: Markt 1, 2801 JG, Gouda

Attendance is mandatory for all riders.
During the check, your bike and mandatory gear will be inspected.
For your safety, reflective tape is mandatory and will be checked. Apply it clearly visible on both sides of the forks.
Please bring your ID for verification. This is also the moment you'll receive your CIOVITA race cap (with start number), brevet card and GPS tracker.

Before you can start, you will be required to sign the official Borderline700 Rider Agreement. ✍️ By signing, you confirm you have read, understood, and accepted the rules, risks and responsibilities for for this event.

BORDERLINE700 Rider Agreement 2026

🎒Bag Drop:
A bag drop service will be available during the bike check at the start location. You can leave one small bag with personal items, which we will label and transport safely to the finish line.

🅿️ Long parking
 You can park your car for free at the Finish location (Kale Jonkerpad 3, 2805 LD Gouda). From there, you can cycle to the Start (approx. 3km). If you sleep in a hotel, it is best to leave your car there.

🅿️Short parking / Drop-off
We recommend parking Klein Amerika (Klein Amerika 30, 2806 CA Gouda). Ideally suited for unloading bikes (open-air, no height limit). It is paid parking, located 700m from the start.

💬Questions?
If you have any questions after reading the Race Manual and the information here, feel free to contact us at borderline700@boonline.shop

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