It’s the day of the finisher’s party, and emotions are running high as riders reach the finish line. Our race reporters are there to capture every raw, unfiltered story. Step onto the streets of San Sebastián, and back along the Raid Parcours, to hear from riders as they close in on the end of their TPRNo5 journey.

Follow the fifth (gravel) edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 1900KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from San Sebastián to the Mediterranean and back again with the TPRNo5 Podcast from Lost Dot.

Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome
Race Reporters: Hannah Larbalestier & Stuart Downie

Supported by Race Partners Albion and Ride with GPS. 

Riders are racing against the clock, each battling with their own blend of durability and demons. It’s the day before the finisher’s party, and there’s still hope of making it in time for karaoke in San Sebastián. Hear from those still on the road as they push through the final leg of their race, and from those who’ve already made it to the line, relieved and ready to relax on the beach.

Follow the fifth (gravel) edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 1900KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from San Sebastián to the Mediterranean and back again with the TPRNo5 Podcast from Lost Dot.

Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome
Race Reporters: Hannah Larbalestier & Stuart Downie

Supported by Race Partners Albion and Ride with GPS. 

Riders are finding their limits and pushing them, grinding further along the Raid parcours to reach San Sebastián. The monstrous mountains are messing with morale, but still legs persist. This too shall pass, as they say. From pizza-flavoured crackers to cracked carbon rims, hear the latest tales from the road on the Lost Dot podcast. 

Follow the fifth (gravel) edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 1900KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from San Sebastián to the Mediterranean and back again with the TPRNo5 Podcast from Lost Dot.

Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome
Race Reporters: Hannah Larbalestier & Stuart Downie

Supported by Race Partners Albion and Ride with GPS. 

It’s another stunning morning in the Pyrenees, with a coral glow cast across the mountains and a full moon still hanging in the sky. One half of the media team are stationed on the Col d’Aspin, the other atop the Tourmalet, both waiting to document riders in their natural habitat. As the kilometres grind on, some riders are weary, while others are jubilant in their experience, not wanting their time here to end. Hear more from the riders on the Raid in our latest podcast episode from Day 6.

Follow the fifth (gravel) edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 1900KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from San Sebastián to the Mediterranean and back again with the TPRNo5 Podcast from Lost Dot.

Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome
Race Reporters: Hannah Larbalestier & Stuart Downie

Supported by Race Partners Albion and Ride with GPS. 

The CP5 cut-off is looming, and emotions are running high. Riders have crossed to the far side of the Pyrenees, yet for many, the finish still feels a world away. Tune in to our latest podcast episode for personal rider interviews and stories that bring you closer to the heart of the race.

Follow the fifth (gravel) edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 1900KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from San Sebastián to the Mediterranean and back again with the TPRNo5 Podcast from Lost Dot.

Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome
Race Reporters: Hannah Larbalestier & Stuart Downie

Supported by Race Partners Albion and Ride with GPS. 

Get a play-by-play of yesterday’s reshuffling in our latest episode. As the front of the pack breaks onto the Raid Parcours, others are pushing to make CP cut-offs and hotel bookings. The race is starting to play with riders’ minds, from tears over yoghurt to listening to the same song on repeat, hear the latest unravellings and small victories from the road.

Follow the fifth (gravel) edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 1900KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from San Sebastián to the Mediterranean and back again with the TPRNo5 Podcast from Lost Dot.

Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome
Race Reporters: Hannah Larbalestier & Stuart Downie

Supported by Race Partners Albion and Ride with GPS. 

The third day of TPRNo5 brought more puzzles to solve: Spain or France, road or gravel, distance or proximity? These are questions only individual riders can answer, shaped by their preparedness, skillset, and state of body and mind. Tune in to our latest podcast episode to hear from the riders themselves and get closer to the action in the Pyrenees.

Follow the fifth (gravel) edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 1900KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from San Sebastián to the Mediterranean and back again with the TPRNo5 Podcast from Lost Dot.

Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome
Race Reporters: Hannah Larbalestier & Stuart Downie

Supported by Race Partners Albion and Ride with GPS. 

Get an in-depth recap of the second day of the Trans Pyrenees Race. The adrenaline from the start has worn off, and riders aren’t yet halfway through — how are they faring? Strategies are being unpacked and reshuffled in the wake of so much choice. Tune in to hear the latest conundrums.

Follow the fifth (gravel) edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 1900KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from San Sebastián to the Mediterranean and back again with the TPRNo5 Podcast from Lost Dot.

Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome
Race Reporters: Hannah Larbalestier & Stuart Downie

Supported by Race Partners Albion and Ride with GPS. 

From the mix of emotions at the start line, to the first mechanicals of the race, no one’s path on the TPR is linear. The first day set in motion over 100 unique race stories. Hear from riders as they endeavor to find their groove amidst the gentle cowbells of the Pyrenees. 

Follow the fifth (gravel) edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 1900KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from San Sebastián to the Mediterranean and back again with the TPRNo5 Podcast from Lost Dot.

Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome
Race Reporters: Hannah Larbalestier & Stuart Downie

Supported by Race Partners Albion and Ride with GPS. 

Anticipatory energy fills the air at Anoeta Stadium as riders move through registration, receiving their caps, trackers, and bike checks. Get a personal tour through the process from Race Reporters Hannah Larbalestier and Stuart Downie, and hear how different riders have come prepared for the off-road segments ahead. This episode ends with the all-important rider briefing, wishing all the best of luck and a good night’s sleep before the big day. 

Follow the fifth (gravel) edition of the Trans Pyrenees Race (TPR) – a 1900KM self-supported race through some of the most beautifully remote scenery and iconic mountain passes in the Pyrenean Mountains, from San Sebastián to the Mediterranean and back again with the TPRNo5 Podcast from Lost Dot.

Hosting, Production & Editing: Iain Broome
Race Reporters: Hannah Larbalestier & Stuart Downie

Supported by Race Partners Albion and Ride with GPS.