The wheel is spinning
Sweat drops on the winding road
Mount Rokko is high...
The racing fun begins on the streets of Kobe, Hyōgo Prefecture and snakes its way through the city, passing the metropolis. Winding through a few villages the landscapes of the course gradually change to a classic Japanese deep green forest giving you plenty of space for peaceful zen-like contemplation inspiring you to concentrate on nothing but turning your pedals :) to be able to make it to the top.
You have an opportunity to race alongside the pro riders from Japan. Be sure to save some energy for the last I/3rd leg of the race as it is going to feel a bit like a ramp test. However, before reaching the finish gate you will find both a fairy-tale-like light and the tunnel, bringing a true delight and meaning to this green journey :).
Rush to the summit of Mount Rokko in the 15km challenging uphill race on the 22nd of July!
MAIN EVENT
Arima Hot Spring & Mt. Rokko Virtual Ride Race 2021 | 15:00 JST/08:00 a.m. CEST
This race is an open, free-of-charge public event and anyone is welcome to join this ride with the pro riders.
PRIZES
Riders who reach the finish line in less than 60 minutes will have the chance to win the lottery prizes.
Raffle for 1 person / prize
- a WAHOO original big towel
- Casa Ciclismo’s original Onsen towel
- free 3-month license for Casa Ciclismo’s secure cycle parking at Arima Hot Spring.
PRO RIDER LINEUP
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辻善光 Yoshimitsu Tsuji Team: TeamZenko |
兼松大和 Yamato Kanematsu Team: Infinity Style |
安原大貴 Daiki Yasuhara Team: MATRIX POWERTAG |
遠藤正律 Masanori Endoh Team: Zwift Warriors Cycling |
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37 years old height / weight：169cm 62kg born：Nara Prececture 2010: Tour de Kumano 1st Stage : champion 2011: Japan Cup Criterium : 4th 2012: Japan Pro Tour Shirahama Criterium : champion 2012: Japan Pro Tour Wangan Criterium: champion |
37 years old born: Osaka Climber 2017: Mt.Fuji Hill Climb Organizer Selection : champion 2017: Tour de Utsukushigahara Cycling Race 2017 champion class: champion |
29 year old height / weight : 174cm / 62kg Born: Osaka 2011: join to MATRIX POWERTAG 2015: JBCF Tsugaike Plateau Hill Climb: third 2018: JBCF East Japan Road Classic Gunma Day 2: 4th 2019: Tour de Kumano Stage 1: Mountain Award 2019: West Japan Challenge Cycle Road Race : Champion |
34 years old born: Osaka weight: 52kg 2021: Chikusa Plateau Hill Climb 2021 Class C : champion 2018: Takatori Castle Sengoku Hill Climb 2018 by age group : third 2019: Mt. Ibuki Hill Climb 2019 by age group : 8th |
RULES
- Smart trainers only
- Drafting is ON
- Race Classification - Men/Women
Register for the main race HERE.
BROADCASTING
The races will be live-streamed on Youtube Live in Japanese only, watch here.
PRIVATE ‘WATCH-ONLY’ IN-PERSON EVENTS
Physical Esports Exhibition race | 11:00 JST/ 04:00 a.m. CEST
To be a top competitor, strong physical shape and persistence are required for staying on top during the competitions. 5 esports gamers will be given 30 minutes to reach the finish gate, as a challenge. Who is the fastest esports gamer?
-> This race will be held as a private event. Enjoy watching the live stream!
Corporate Competition Exhibition Race | 13:00 JST / 06:00 a.m. CEST
Corporates around Arima and Mt. Rokko come together to challenge the hill climb. Each company makes a group of 3 riders. Each rider can switch only once anytime during the race. They will be given 60minutes to reach the goal gate.
-> This race will be held as a private event. Enjoy watching the live stream!
Race Big in Japan!
CREDITS
EVENT VENUES
- Main: Arima Hot Spring Cycling House “Casa Ciclismo”
*only invited people can visit the event. Public viewing is allowed at Bar de Gozar.
- Sub: “eSPARKLe Kobe”
One esports player and one corporate participant are going to join online from this event venue for the exhibition races (watch-only races). Spectator seats are prepared for the event.
Main organizer & host:
Arima Hot Spring & Mt. Rokko Virtual Ride Race Executive Committee
(ArimaTourism Association Youth Team / TRÊS CORVOS ARIMA / Nishio Rent All Co., Ltd. / Xebec Co., Ltd. / West Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation, Kobe Chamber of Commerce and Industry Kobe Sports Industry Conference)
https://visit.arima-onsen.com/
Sponsor: Keibunsha
Partners: Wahoo Fitness Japan / ROUVY / Sunvolt / Hyogo Esports Union / Mont-bell
Advisor: Shiro Yamaguchi (Department of Human Society Associate Professor, University of Marketing and Distribution Sciences)
