Race ACROSS SRI LANKA

#RaceAcrossSriLanka #RASL through #Ella on July 26, 2025 .
A 333 km slice of Sri Lanka from the cosmopolitan capital of Colombo to
Surfers Paradise Arugam bay through the Party City in the hills of Ella
This ones is a grind on winding roads on day 1 and an unwind on a long
downhill on day 2 , #EcstaticDownhills. The Perfect Race / Ride
experience to build up for Race The Pearl the ultimate 24 Hour Ultra
Endurance Race of the Indian Ocean on the 08th of December.
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#RASL is a Race , a Ride , a Party and can easily be converted to a holiday
for your friends and family . While you take on the race or ride , your
supporters, friends and family will either hit the road with you on a
road trip by car or take the Ella Odyssey Epic Train
to welcome you at the midway point . Some will get to Arugam-Bay early

to make sand castle, take surfing lessons or sip beer by the beach till you slowly

get there on a bicycle

Race ACROSS SRI LANKA

The 333 Km race consists of 2 stages: two races, an uphill race and a downhill race. Day 1 is from Colombo on the West Coast to the hills of Ella over 200 Kms, Day 2 starts from Ella and heads downhill to Arugam Bay over 135 km to the East Coast

Sri Lanka, Ceylon, Serendib

‘#SoSri Lanka...

...is that special island in the Indian ocean that offers a cocktail
of pristine golden beaches ,blue whales ,leopards , elephants,
green fields & mountains , clear blue streams, dangling
waterfalls ,architectural marvels, blended in spices , cinnamon
and tea and bound in deep rooted philosophy.
When sprinkled with sunshine , exotic landscape and warm Sri
Lankan smiles, It’s the perfect destination for a cycling holiday or

an epic cycling challenge.

When it’s all offered in the size of your palm, it's almost like

magic a miracle ! ‘
#ImagineCycling

Yasas Hewage
- Sri Lankan Cyclist -

Day 1 / Uphill Race - Colombo to ella

Day 1 /200 Km The 3XBH Climbs
Riders will start at 5.00 from City Of Colombo at 3-minute intervals and ride through Ingiriya,Ratnapura to take on the climbs
The first 200 kms will challenge the riders with the 3XB climbs, but with a 14-hour cut everyone will make it

B1- Balangoda
B2- Belihuloya
B3- Beragala ,
Haputale (The Big H )

At the peak of Haputale at 1500 meter altitude, you will feel the cold chilly wind and if it rains, it will be perfect for a roadside warm cup of ginger plain tea to rev you take on the Bandarawela long windy downhill.A well-deserved reward for the hard work .
The #PartyInElla and the overnight stay are the motivation that keeps the riders spinning over this challenge

The ones who make it to Ella early will have a lot to do and see,
When in Ella shower, beer,eat, hike, nap, and join the party again in the night.
Most know that Ella is good for #goodfood restaurants, a foodie's haven !.

We will be anchored at Ella 360 our Race Venue Partner.

Location

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Day2/Downhill Race - ella to Arugam-bay

Day 2 begins with a well-deserved sleep-in, followed by breakfast at 8:00 AM. Riders will roll out in 3-minute intervals—straight into one of the most beautiful descents on the island.

From Ella, the route winds through the legendary Namunukula range, passing nine peaks and lush tea estates on a scenic climb. What follows is pure exhilaration: Sri Lanka’s longest downhill, a 120KM ribbon of road through postcard-perfect landscapes and elephant country in Buttala, eventually giving way to the salty breeze and crashing waves of the East Coast—#ArugamBay.

#RaceAcrossSriLanka showcases a slice of the island like never before—from the edges of the Indian Ocean, misty hills with climbs worthy of the Tour de France, and a downhill thrill ride few have experienced.

By the time your wheels touch the coast, you’ll carry more than just miles—you’ll carry the pride of saying: “I raced across Sri Lanka.”

Some will set records. Others will chase new personal bests. But all will share the feeling of riding across the pearl of the Indian Ocean.