Rapha Gone Racing - Alaska Pipeline FKT

Four feet wide and carried five above the ground by a seemingly endless series of stanchions, the Alaska Pipeline is, for most of its 800-mile route, the only mark humanity has made on the pristine wilderness of this last frontier. The only mark, that is, except for the road that accompanies the pipeline on its long journey south from the Artic outpost of Prudhoe Bay to Valdez.
For born and bred Alaskan Lael Wilcox, this lonely road has always held a special interest. In fact, she’s ridden most of it before. But this time she’s back with a new challenge to set a Fastest Known Time, or FKT, for the route and bring a new source of energy to the road. By pushing herself, she hopes to encourage other riders, wherever they live and however long they’ve been riding, to do the same.
But this is a record attempt not a race, so Lael’s number one adjective is to have fun. All you have to do is show up with what you have, ride with all your heart and see how it goes. Oh, and you need to eat like it’s your job! Created by an all-female crew, tune into this latest episode of Rapha Gone Racing to find out how Lael got on in the Alaskan wilderness and whether the rumours that she is quicker than crude oil are actually true.
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[@jrbechthold]

Lael is a gem on a normal day - when she is smoked and in and out of a sleep-deprived delirious state, she is an absolute treasure. 😝 ❤️ 🥰

[@VeloObscura]

Even during a FKT attempt, she still has time to stop and chat to people - what a hero.

[@user-cg3uy2gl3u]

She makes it look so easy, I really have to remind myself how insane the ride is and how fast she is going

[@kidgiven]

Finally a video that shows some of what she suffers through and “Eats”. My favorite parts of any of Lael’s videos is seeing what she eats. Most videos skip that part. Glad some of it was in this.

[@cyclingnerddelux698]

Love the two fans standing on the side of the road in the middle of nowhere…awesome!!

[@Henrywildeberry]

Lael is such an ultra cycling rockstar! What's more, I'm impressed with how much energy she can give to her fans out on the road even though she must be incredibly tired. At over 200 miles a day on average in challenging conditions, self-supported (eating hot dogs!), is nothing short of amazing! Well done on the edit. It had a very nice documentary style progression. Looking forward to more of Lael's FKT's.

[@robertvictoria8977]

What a happy and positive human. Loved it.

[@kevinwhite9338]

Absolute stunner. Faster than crude oil.

[@josephprospere]

Rapha always providing us the inspiration to "keep riding". Thank You Lael 🙂

[@hereforit1202]

Lael is such a rockstar.

[@pure69hatred]

Lael is the sweetest. ❤️

[@SteveLoweMedia]

Awesome. Still waiting for Lachlan's video on his Alt Tour de France ride.

[@Worry888]

gonna be a classic

[@ggmoney7052]

yes please!

[@robnilles6625]

I was wondering throughout this video how ridiculous Lachlan would be. Probably just skip sleeping at all or something nuts.

[@lookpro.rideslow]

@@robnilles6625 he’s crazy but he’s got nothing on Lael

[@adrianayunda...scotland7713]

Yes! Bikes can beat the oil !

[@zywb]

Leal, don’t know if you see or read these comments but your attitude, determination and love for the road inspires me. I did my first 200 mile ride last year and thought of you. Thanks for lifting us up in the sport!

[@stevenagy7152]

Not sure what is more impressive, Lael’s amazing endurance or her phenomenal ability to eat ANYTHING while riding.

[@robberger7783]

What an amazingly cheerful and up beat character. She’s suffering big time, sleep deprived and just keeps beaming. What a women. Huge respect

[@joanneleyva4942]

Lael is my shero!

[@gamaro74]

Lael is the best and I love her mindset when she's on a trip like this, so positive and inspiring! Also, this doc is perfect! The perfect lenght, beautiful shots, great editing, it showns just the right amount of different content, wow congrats! Kudos to Lael and Rapha!

[@herosam1000]

Just seen my first two Lael videos. What a don 👌🏼 I like her calm

[@frontenaccycle]

I always leave a Lael video inspired to go my furthest and dig my deepest. Such and incredible person and inspiring rider.

[@RogerEcks]

She suffers with a smile, what an inspiration, I just wanna go ride my bike now!

[@rcjic26]

You are awesome. I suffered with you, laughed with you, and cheered you on. Feats of human strength, courage, and fortitude make me feel special because it shows that we are greater than we ever hope to be. Thank you for allowing me and everyone that has seen this video to get to know a very special human. Never stop riding and never give up. WOW!!!!

[@movingpointcc]

👏 What a ride! This video captures the essence of cycling perfectly. Proud to add it to our collection and share the love. Keep it up! 🚴‍♀

[@scottsievers344]

Fantastic film!

[@user-ds5km3mt6j]

Love this. Lael's energy and enthusiasm and genuineness is a gift.. Love this. Lael's energy and enthusiasm and genuineness is a gift..

[@gamby16a]

Lael is SO gnarly and yet so kind and peaceful. Some kind of zen wizard who lives on the ragged edge. What an amazing human.

[@robertbotta6536]

Thanks Lael. Such an inspiration. You are the best!

[@ReemerFeddes]

In my next life I want to be Lael. Awesome documentary, with great people.

[@galenkehler]

Be it now, friend.

[@chadpendy7346]

Lael is my hero, to be certain!! Way to go on another epic adventure!!!

[@gavinmaloney6773]

Lael. You’re more than an incredible ambassador for the sport. You’re amazing & inspiration for the planet 👊🏼

[@MN-rq5pc]

This woman is an inspiration to all, a wonderful human being.

[@evelinakamasheva9372]

This inspires me so much as a women in cycling and bikepacking thank you !!!

[@bentara0]

We all need a little crazy. This is good crazy.

[@silverdesk72]

What an awesome film and a wonderful achievement.

[@angellosmalefakis1321]

It is inspiring. It shows the world that anything is possible. It is amazing.

[@williamlebron9873]

Lael Wilcox your are so AWESOME in more ways than one. 🤟🏼 You are truly a great INSPIRATION .

[@jessicahaydahlrichardson7951]

Great film. The whole film made me smile!

[@darrylthomas658]

Awesome video so inspirational 👏 💪

[@timporter8886]

Love watching this lady, pure inspiration! Go Lael!!🥳

[@Paranormal-Researcher]

Awesomeness Lael 💪

[@sskus01]

Thank you🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 Love the energie!!!!

[@ArtAndPrevailing]

What a wonderful film! Thanks for sharing - and thanks for the inspiration!! :D

[@HenningColin]

This is incredible. Thanks to Rapha for keeping this amazing content coming! You're changing the world's view of cycling. I watched this on the turbo, and i've never been more inspired to continue cycling!

[@slackstation]

Love this. Lael's energy and enthusiasm and genuineness is a gift.

[@chrisbaum998]

I am amazed of the wonderful spirit Lael has on her FTK attempts. Great video Rapha and crew!!

[@PaulFreeman1]

Incredible and inspirational, Lael - always smiling

[@wichersham]

I have ridden the Dalton highway from Fairbanks to Deadhorse about 20 years ago. It was SO HARD. I have massive respect for her endurance and perseverance.

[@HeadPack]

I don't know what's more incredible about this lady. Setting this amazing time, or seeing her wearing a smile doing it.

[@Timpanodeacero]

What a piece of super woman! always transmit good vibes! ☺️

[@ultraruna]

Lael is such an inspiration, and so enthusiastic. I 've only ridden over a hundred miles on four or five occasions, I love the way she chews up hundreds, in tough terrain with a smile on her face. What a fantastic ambassador for cycling.

[@veganozaur1200]

Légendaire!

[@torinmcfarland9537]

i love that crude oil speed comparison; great video and fantastic effort!

[@elvislives-gl4rv]

My new hero. Wish everyone would know her.

[@TheoreticallyNo]

Super duper. Loved this little film.

[@peter_smyth]

That kid with the sign and the chocolate bar reminds me of a Paris-Roubaix themed event I did, with mud and rain to suit. At the end of a gravel sector there was a family waiting, and a five year old kid handing out flapjack.

[@HoofnIt03]

Wow! Thank you all so much for sharing this! And you beat the oil down the pipeline! Love that fun fact! 😁💖

[@hansschotterradler3772]

I can attest to the fact the Alaskans are willing to help out others: I rode to AK back in 1992 up from Los Angeles. I hit a couple of destinations such as Homer, Valdez, etc. Awesome place. Once I made it to Fairbanks, I decided to go up to Prudhoe Bay. Unfortunately I ended up with a terrible tooth ache in the middle of nowhere, somewhere south of the Yukon. A local gave me a ride all the way back to Fairbanks. It was on his way; nevertheless he helped out a stranger in need.

[@benrushingsr6056]

Wow! Lael you are a awesome cyclist! I look forward to meeting you one day! Ride On!

[@daniellovett6213]

Phenomenal, lael is hardcore and somehow keeps so upbeat, especially when she's riding alone!

[@egalegal2058]

Amazing ride, amazing video! So cool you were an all female crew!

[@vishalvishwakarma4389]

Lael is amazing. She is a very inspiring and humble human being.

[@durangodevo]

Legend! We love you Lael! ❤️

[@TanjadeBie]

Fantastic production, I loved it. "Eat like it's my job" and "show up with what you have and ride with all of your heart". I need a sticker with those quotes on my bike! :-)

[@mattdelcomyn8012]

Great vid about a fantastic, inspiring spirit. Thanks Rapha!!!!!

[@Marylouise_1]

You’re so inspiring ❤

[@lilithstrange]

lael wilcox is such a beautiful person.

[@patrickmcauley1]

Lael is an absolute phenomenon, so inspiring... Alaska just looks jaw dropping

[@aaronse2922]

Just stunning, congrats for such an amazing trip.

[@perdidoenbici]

Siempre es un buen día cuando sale contenido nuevo de Lael y Rue. Gracias!

[@Jon-cw7gk]

Great vid. Thank you!

[@tonylochner]

😮wow well done - you are an inspiration - thank you 🙏🏼🫡

[@daedaluscan]

She is so inspirational. What a cool adventure.

[@domschinik]

Thank you! Love those true and honest videos.

[@Jeffreykip]

Love it. What a super embracable spirit. Thank you for the zest, and thanks Rapha for this series.

[@robertomaldonado7397]

Had never realized how beautiful pipelines were

[@A-Jay.]

She is so inspiring!!

[@jrreed6992]

What a champ, she always makes me smile.

[@jobje325]

These videos with Lael are absolute amazing!

[@robotscopia]

I loved this video, Lael absolute inspiration, the editing, the incredible sequence at minute 10:54, what a great cinematography!!!

[@JasonCohenphoto]

Fantastic job Lael and what a great video!

[@LuckyJack99]

Amazing ride - guts and good attitude ! Brilliant vid - cheers !

[@wimjansen7453]

Love every minute!

[@micheandmikey]

This was so awesome and fun to watch! I'm so glad this algorithm actually pertained to my interests other than others they push my way. Lael, congratulations! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Robo10q]

Great video--inspiring and beautiful. Well done to everyone involved.

[@derekalbertson1311]

She is an inspiration. Such a great video of an amazing warrior. Incredible. Thank you!

[@brandondoran1088]

A treasure, well done 🤙

[@tednruth453]

Positivity personified...in a perfect package 😍

[@christiankilleen7626]

Utterly incredible. Lael is my hero. She's inspired me to ride further than I could have thought possible. And the amount she had to eat! I like food but that's a tough pace to keep up.

[@BASEmedia]

What a legend! Nice one Lael!

[@unchewable1]

Love that you are doing adventures while creating ones for other people

[@gnmatsu]

I continue to be so appreciative of Lael's great attitude. Aloha!

[@mccuenoirfilms]

Lael is an amazing and inspiring woman! Her attitude is awesome. What a perfect video to come across before my big ride today! Cheers!

[@jimbolb250]

Superb video

[@ghawk16-ish]

So amazing. Drove this in 2019 up to Coldfoot then turned around due to time. Had already driven the Dempster up to Tuktoyuktuk and THAT was amazing. I would definitely love to go back and bike either. Such a beautiful area. Loved Alaska.

[@notdeadyet3929]

Brilliant! I really enjoyed this!

[@MalikAlymkulov]

I watch not only adventures from this film but learn what is the life up there.

[@silencioish]

such a brave woman :) ... like the idea of the trip

[@DAVIDEPWDD]

Wow......... What a spirit just makes me smile so big........ Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@garryjames4658]

Fabulous effort Lael stunning riding so strong 💪

[@christopheranderson8619]

Just another inspiring journey by the happiest cyclist! Rock on Lael!