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PBP 2027
First-Timer Checklist
Qualifying BRMs, travel, sleep, fuelling, equipment and judgement—the questions to revisit before every long rehearsal.
Mark each item as ready, needs testing or not decided. Then take the unanswered questions into your next brevet. This is not a packing list; it is a decision list.
Rules, dates, route details and services may change. Confirm current information with the organiser before acting. The free PBP 2027 preparation guide summarises the dates and qualifying requirements published as of 17 October 2026.
ENTRY
Entry and qualifying plan
LEARNING
Rehearsal rides
RELIABILITY
Bicycle, lighting and repairs
ENERGY
Food and hydration
NIGHT
Sleep and night riding
LOGISTICS
Travel to France
TIME
Time and control strategy
JUDGEMENT
Continue, rest or withdraw
BEFORE RAMBOUILLET
Finishing matters.
Returning safely matters more.
FROM CHECKLIST TO 1,200 KM
What do these decisions feel like on the road?
Further Than I Thought follows Dr. Iruka from bicycle transport and the start in Rambouillet through night riding, pain, food, sleepiness, friendship and the finish in 88 hours 29 minutes.
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This independent checklist combines information currently published by the event organiser with one rider's experience. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Paris–Brest–Paris or Audax Club Parisien. Rules, dates, route details and services may change. This is general information, not individual medical advice. Seek appropriate professional or emergency help when needed.
Official information: PBP Get Ready ↗