Royal Bengal Express (RBE) is an iconic ultra-distance cycling race designed to test endurance, strategy, and pure determination across the heart of Bengal. Organised by Dquests Adventure, the event brings together cyclists from across India to experience a fast, flat, and fiercely competitive course that embodies the spirit of the Royal Bengal landscape—bold, powerful, and relentless.
RBE follows the World Ultra Cycling Association (WUCA) and endurance racing standards, ensuring a professionally conducted event suitable for both aspiring and elite ultra cyclists. With a mix of long highways, rural stretches, and rapid segments, the course challenges riders to manage their pace, nutrition, and mental stamina with precision.
To support strategic racing, the event offers one intermediate drop bag point and one finish-point drop bag facility (combined maximum weight: 5 kg), allowing riders to plan their gear transitions and nutrition efficiently.
More than a race, Royal Bengal Express celebrates the spirit of Bengal—its resilience, energy, and passion for adventure. Whether you’re aiming for personal glory, building up to RAAM qualifiers, or seeking the thrill of long-hours saddle time, RBE is the perfect stage to push boundaries and discover what lies beyond comfort.