Um Reifenbreite
- Players
- 2-4
- Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
- 4 players
- Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
- 90 min
- AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
- 8+
- ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
- 2.0 / 5
- Year
- 1979
About the game
Um Reifenbreite is a classic Tour de France-style bicycle racing game for two to four players, each managing a four-rider team competing for the most combined points across the race. Movement is primarily dice-driven, with a limited set of cards offsetting bad rolls, while drafting rules and multiple road surface types add real cycling tactics to the racing. Originally released as Homas Tour before a warehouse fire destroyed most copies, it was reissued under its current name and has remained a favorite of racing-game fans ever since. It's a beloved, slightly rare vintage title for anyone into cycling-themed racing games.
Hobbli's Notes
There's genuine tactical nuance in the drafting rules here, simulating real peloton dynamics in a way that elevates it above a simple roll-and-move racer. Its history as a nearly lost game due to the Homas Tour warehouse fire only adds to its charm for collectors and racing-game enthusiasts. It's aged well as a design even if the production feels dated next to more modern cycling games.
What we like
- Classic drafting and racing mechanics simulate real cycling tactics.
- Team-based scoring with four riders adds strategic depth.
- Beloved, nostalgic status as a vintage racing-game classic.
- Accessible rules suitable for players age 8 and up.
Keep in mind
- Dice-driven movement introduces a fair amount of luck.
- Dated production compared to modern cycling-racing games.
- Managing four riders per team can slow down individual turns.
Who it's for
Good for cycling and racing-theme fans age 8+ looking for a nostalgic, team-based racing game for family or casual play.
