Project RTP

We are sharing a video story of 3 teams from EnduranceLab who took part at this year’s Race The Pearl – an ultra endurance cycling race of 600 KM from Point Pedro to Point Dondra (extreme north to extreme south of Sri Lanka)! 

The video does not depict even a fraction of what Race The Pearl is all about… the highs and the lows… the ever changing terrain and the climate… the beauty of the pearl that we are proud to call home… this list goes on and you can only experience it if you are a part of this amazing race… But the video attempts to capture a glimpse of what it looks like. And we hope that you would get inspired to join next year!

“As a coach, nothing makes us happier than seeing our athletes achieve their goals. However big or small they might be – they all matter. And, this was huge! It was an absolute pleasure seeing all of you who were just novice cyclists not so long ago, take up such an exhilarating challenge. This goes to show that no goal or dream is unachievable and that we are only limited by what we think is impossible. Words can’t explain how proud we are of each and everyone one of you! Well done, team!” – Mithun Liyanage (Co-Founder of Endurance Lab)

Riders:
@denis_crassier @mithun_liyanage @aneeshai @praveenpiyadasa @shafraz.junaid @jamalh_14 @naveeng_ @haaziq101 @islandtriathlete @dinesh.deheragoda @puvini_0_0 @deethri_09 @shifanthowfeek @arun_pressey

Support crew:
@maithri_liyanage @anudiniliyanage @natali_desilva @dini_per_ @coachthaabit @zulaikhahh @aka.raw99 @sandeep47930 @saara.fauz @the_ihshan_iqbal @yahan.sam @zaakirziyard

Energy partner: @rhinblue
Hydration partner: @yeti_hydration
Mechanical partner: @openroadequipe
Active wear design partner: @runclubapparel
Textile partner: @hayleysfabric
Accommodation partner: @j_homes_srilanka
Beverage partner: @islandyakaroasters
Communication partner: @workout_lk

About the Event

Race the Pearl is a heart racing, ultimate ultra endurance cycle race from the most Northern tip of the island, Point Pedro to the most Southern Point Dondra, – surely not for the faint hearted, but for the one who can’t resist a challenge! Not too long ago, as a means to unite as one to celebrate the 71st Independence Day on the 4th of February 2019 , ‘Race The pearl’ hopes to continue to bring communities together, bridging all barriers, and with – it a number of ambitious cyclists from world over to take on the ultimate challenge of racing across the country within 24 hours, covering 600 KM in distance. The course will take you along side wild life sanctuaries acres of paddy fields and hundred of Sri Lankan smiles. Along with it of course; the greatest challenge of all – the willpower to overcome physical limitations – mind over matter! It is surely not a ride in the park, but will leave you breathless (literally).

Like to know how you can join the next event or train for a big race? Contact Workout.lk via 077 733 7430.