Mallorca 312 Cut Off Times

For many, the Mallorca 312 is the pinnacle of the amateur cycling calendar. 312 kilometers, 5,000 meters of climbing, and some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Mediterranean. But behind the beauty of the Serra de Tramuntana lies a cold, mathematical reality: The Broom Wagon.

Every year, hundreds of fit riders are pulled off the course not because they lacked the legs, but because they lacked a plan. At RideHarder, we believe in tactical mastery. To avoid the dreaded "Did Not Finish" (DNF), you must understand the clock as well as you understand your power zones.

The 2025 Gates: New Times, New Challenges

The Mallorca 312 is unique. You start with 8,000 others and decide your route (167, 225, or 312) at the "split points" based on your pace. This year, the organizers have tightened the requirements, including a critical new third cut-off in Artà.

Official Cut-off Times (06:30 Start)

The RideHarder Rule: Do not aim for the cut-off; aim to be 20 minutes ahead of it. This provides a "buffer" for mechanicals or the midday heat.

What speed do I need to ride at?

So to make the Mallorca 312 cut off time you need to average 22km/h (13.6mph). This looks easy but doesn’t take into account any stops or the time it takes to cross the start line.

Here is the Komoot file for the route to the first cut-off for you to download. This will give you the duration and elevation to compare to your other rides.

The Official Word: Understanding "Section 8"

It is easy to think the cut-off times are "guidelines." They are not. If you reach a checkpoint after the time—even by a few seconds—the road is blocked, and your race is over.

This section below is taken directly from the official Mallorca 312 organizers:

Section 8. Elimination system for intermediate control points: Participants who do not arrive at checkpoints on time must leave the race on a mandatory basis, by using the assistance bus, or, if he/she is excluded from the race, and becomes a regular user of the public road system under his/her responsibility. Excluded participants will not receive any type of assistance from the organization if he/she decides to continue on their bike. For this reason, excluded participants must hand in their bicycle bib and abandon the race.

All participants are eliminated if the “End of Race” vehicle or the “Green Flag Motorcycle” passes them. A refund for any registration fees will not be returned if participants do not reach the intermediate points.

The RideHarder Reality Check: Once that "Green Flag Motorcycle" passes you, you are no longer in an event; you are a solo cyclist on an open public road with no support, no closed roads, and no feed stations.

Why Strong Riders Fail: The Two Silent Killers

We see it every year. Riders with an FTP of 4w/kg sitting on the curb because they missed the window. They didn't fail because of fitness; they failed because of friction.

1. The "Feed Station Trap"

The feed stations are momentum killers. If you spend 15 minutes at each of the major stops, you have volunteered 90+ minutes of your life to the broom wagon. Aim for "Formula 1" style pit stops: fill, fuel, and move.

2. Mismanaging the "Big Two" Climbs

The Coll de Femenia and the Puig Major occur early. If you attack these at Threshold, your glycogen will be gone by the time you hit the rolling interior. You don't win the 312 in the mountains, but you can certainly lose it there.

For the exact power targets and heart rate caps we recommend for these climbs, our Ultimate 312 Race Day Guide provides a turn-by-turn breakdown.

The "Danger Zone": Kilometer 97 to 160

Passing the 11:15 AM split is a massive milestone, but it is a dangerous psychological trap. There is a common misconception that once you’ve cleared the first cut-off, the "real" climbing is over.

The Serra de Tramuntana does not truly release its grip until the 160km mark. Between km 97 and km 160, you face a relentless barrage of punchy climbs. If you treat this as a recovery phase, you will likely miss the 220km gate. Stay on the power.

The New Challenge: The Artà Cut-off

The introduction of the Artà gate at approximately kilometer 285 changes the finish. Previously, riders felt "safe" once they cleared the 220km junction. Now, you must maintain a consistent speed through the exposed, often windy roads of the final loop.

To beat the Artà gate, your nutrition must be flawless. When blood glucose drops, your speed drops from 30km/h to 20km/h. That 10km/h deficit is exactly how the broom wagon catches you in the final 50km.

Technical Strategy: Banking Time

To beat the clock, you must understand "Free Speed." * The First 30km: Use the flat start to find a fast-moving group. Draft effectively to "bank" a 15-minute time profit before the first climb.

• The 60-90g Rule: Aim for 60–90 grams of carbohydrates per hour. If you don't fuel, your "buffer" will evaporate.

Prepare for Glory

The difference between a Finisher's Medal and a DNF is a plan.

Ready to race?

If you are lining up this year and want the definitive technical blueprint—including GPX files, pacing strategies, and nutrition checklists—get The Ultimate 312 Race Day Guide.

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Disclaimer – Please note times and distances can vary slightly from year to year.