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Flamme Rouge
Race two cyclists — burn speed now or save it for the sprint
👥 2–4⏱ 30–45 min
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Vibe's take
Tactical, dramatic, accessible, nail-biting
Who it's for
Groups of 3-4 who want a quick, tense racing game with real decisions. Cycling fans will love the authentic slipstream mechanics.
Not for you if…
Not for players who need deep long-term strategy or dislike luck-of-the-draw card play.
2–4 players
7.2/10BGG #288(20k ratings)· 2016
About this game
Bicycle racing game where each player controls two riders — a sprinter and a rouleur — managing separate decks of speed cards. Play cards to move, but used cards create exhaustion that clogs your deck. Drafting behind opponents saves energy.
Quick specs
👥Players2–4
⏱Duration30–45 min
👶Age8+
🧠Complexity
Cycling themeDeck depletionEasy to teachDramatic finishes
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