Titouan Reydet, endurance in its purest form
At Matchy, we love to talk about those who push the limits. Those who transform difficulty into a playground. And in this category, Titouan Reydet stands out as one of the most inspiring faces of the Matchy Racing Team. A cross-country ski coach at the Annecy Dragons club, where he has been mentoring young talents for several seasons, he spends most of his free time on his bike, taking on new challenges.
On Saturday, June 28, 2025, Titouan once again made his mark by winning the Lyon-Geneva race, an ultra-distance event of over 300 km with 3,700 meters of elevation gain. A nighttime crossing between the Rhône and Lake Geneva, where strategy, mental fortitude, and endurance are put to the ultimate test. Under the night sky, through the Beaujolais hills and the Bugey mountains, Titouan demonstrated his consistency, his mastery of pacing… and his love for challenging races.
This victory adds to an already impressive record in Ultra-Distance.
In 2023, he won The Giants, Our own 1000km ultra-distance race, organized by Matchy. A loop as majestic as it was demanding, crossing the Alps, the Vercors, and other legendary mountain ranges, which Titouan had conquered with remarkable ease and determination. Following this, he won the Biking Man Aura 2024 through the volcanoes of Auvergne, and he hasn't stopped since.
While training, strategy, and mental strength are the cornerstones of his performance, equipment also plays a crucial role. In these kinds of extreme events, comfort, self-sufficiency, and reliable gear make all the difference. It is precisely in this context that Titouan chose to rely on a staple from our collection: the Cargo bib shorts.
Designed for long distances and cyclists who spend hours in the saddle, these bib shorts accompanied him on both the Lyon-Geneva race and the Giants of 2016. And that's not just a minor detail.
Its long-distance chamois, compressive and breathable fabrics, and clever side pockets for keeping nutrition and accessories within easy reach provided continuous comfort and simplified fueling. It's the ideal gear when every second of rest is precious.
After his victory in Lyon–Geneva, Titouan told us how much he loved the Cargo cycling shorts:
" Why did I choose cargo shorts?
Because I place great importance on the organization of my pockets, whether in training or competition.
My phone is always on my left thigh for quick access. My nutrition goes on the other side. As for the back pockets, they're essential for collecting trash as I go.
These are cycling shorts that I particularly appreciate: they offer a wide and very comfortable pad for extended periods. The pockets are large, well-positioned, and very durable. »
So we close this nighttime chapter between the Rhône and Lake Geneva with one certainty: ultra-distance running is as much about mental strength as it is about equipment. At Matchy, we design each piece so that it disappears, allowing you to focus on your effort, just as the Cargo did for Titouan. Whether you're preparing for your first 200km hike or aiming for a 1000km ultra-distance, remember: the difference often lies in the details you no longer notice.
So, ready to write your own epic?
Put on your Cargo cycling shorts, plan your route, and come tell us about your exploits.See you on the road, or perhaps, who knows, at the start of the next edition Giants !
All that remains is for us to thank Titouan for the inspiration he brings us, both in and out of the saddle, and to make Matchy shine in the most beautiful way.
See you at the starting line of the Giants 2025, where Titouan will attempt to win the first Gravel edition!
See you very soon!
The Matchy team
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And since nothing is more important than sharing experiences, discover Titouan's account of his victory in the Lyon-Geneva race:
"How to recount one's victories in a few lines...
It all started with a frustration: starting eight minutes behind the first starting corral, where the strongest runners in this edition were located. I hoped to be able to catch them on the flat part of the course, so I spent the first half of the race waiting, with my legs ready and my head focused.
First aid station: no stop for me. My strategy was clear: cover two-thirds of the course without a break to save time. This was possible, thanks in particular to my cycling shorts, which I had optimized for nutrition: a side pocket for solid food, a back pocket for electrolytes on one side and waste on the other. I had even planned a space for my energy bars, which I emptied at each aid station. Meticulous planning.
Then the road climbed. There were 120 kilometers left, and I was still five minutes behind. The battle began. Alone, facing fifteen riders who had broken away right from the start. With that frustration in my mind, I had only one thought: to catch them one by one… to devour them.
The kilometers ticked by. Every second spent at the aid station became precious. I tried to be as efficient as possible by quickly filling the pockets of my cycling shorts, continuing this infernal climb.
10th… then 5th… then 3rd… At the summit of the Col de la Faucille, there are 15 kilometers to go. 45 seconds behind. No room for error. I spot the two leaders. I catch up, overtake them on a hairpin bend, and throw my last reserves of energy into these final kilometers.
Twenty meters from the finish line, after four hours of chasing, my body gives out. My emotions too. I end up sobbing, lying on my bike.
What a race."
