Lintas Borneo
ExtremeAn unsupported ultra-cycling event starting in Pontianak and traversing Borneo. The course is a 1500 km self-reliant crossing through tropical lowlands, remote roads, and varied island terrain.
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▌ An unsupported ultra-cycling event starting in Pontianak and traversing Borneo
Asia ultra event organized by KUYY / Lintas Borneo
13 SCORING DIMENSIONS
EFFORT MATRIX
EXPERIENCE MATRIX
GREEN FLAGS
- [+]1500 km of extreme gravel through Pontianak, West Kalimantan
- [+]Self-supported / ultra format = adventure focus
- [+]Organized by KUYY / Lintas Borneo
- [+]Varied terrain: Gravel, Paved Roads, Tropical Roads
RED FLAGS
- [!]Ultra distance — needs serious training base
- [!]Extreme rating — only attempt with prior ultra experience
- [!]Self-supported — no aid stations expected
- [!]Details not yet verified — confirm via official site
- [!]Elevation profile not confirmed — assume the worst
RIDER FIT
Built for hours in the saddle — your distance
Limited use for pure climbers
Ultra format = guided adventure with timing chips
Self-supported format suits bikepacking instincts
Smoother surfaces let raw speed talk
Single-day pace suits crit-style riders less here
1500 km is not a race — it's an expedition. Pacing is decided by hours, not km splits, and sleep strategy matters more than power.
TIRE INTEL
Mixed gravel with no extreme demands — go for rolling speed.
WEATHER PLAYBOOK
Pontianak, West Kalimantan in mid-summer (July): expect heat — hydrate aggressively and protect from sun. Always check 7-day forecast race week and pack a packable shell.
PACING PLAYBOOK
Resist the urge to push. Your race starts in 48 hours, not at km 0.
Eat early, eat often. Sleep matters more than watts now.
Mental low point. Stick to the plan. Most riders bonk here mentally before physically.
Save matches. The finish line will reveal itself when you stop chasing it.
WHAT TO FEAR
- [!01]Heat exhaustion + dehydration on exposed sections
- [!02]Mental low point on the long, lonely middle section
- [!03]Resupply gaps — carry more food than you think
INSIDER INTEL
“Lintas Borneo brings a uniquely Asian perspective to gravel — different terrain, different weather, different culture. Worth the travel.”
RACE LOGISTICS
Multi-day stage race with full expedition support — lodging, meals, gear transport, and on-course mechanics typically included.
- +Timing chip + bib
- +Course markings + GPX
- +Aid station nutrition + water
- +Neutral mechanical support
- +Medical sweep + first aid
- +Daily meals
- +Gear transport between stages
- -Spare tubes / tubeless plugs
- -Lodging
Camping or shared accommodation at each stage town included or available as upgrade.
Book 6+ months ahead for big events. Check the race partner-hotel list for discounts.
Often the best value for groups. Search the wider race region, not just the start town.
- ▸Mandatory pre-race brief — non-negotiable attendance.
TRAVEL OPS
Lintas Borneo is a quality asia event — great if you're nearby or want to explore the region.