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2026 Tour of the Gila

2026 TOUR OF THE GILA PRESENTED BY NEW MEXICO TRUE

SILVER CITY, NEW MEXICO

Take part in one of the most challenging stage races in North America, April 29 - May 3, 2026, in and around Silver City, New Mexico. You have the chance to race on the same courses and at the same time as the top professional men and women teams during the 39th Tour of the Gila. The Pro Women’s and Pro Men’s races are part of the UCI America Tour and the USA Cycling Pro Road Tour. 

REGISTRATION FOR THE TOUR OF THE GILA IS NOW OPEN!

The Tour of the Gila presented by New Mexico True is honored to put on a challenging and rewarding stage race.  We organize men’s and women’s UCI races on the international professional stage and include multiple amateur categories that allow racers to test their skills on the same terrain as the Pro’s race. Tour of the Gila is a race that helps aspiring athletes gain experience to move their careers forward, whether that be to competing internationally, or simply moving up a category. 

The Tour of the Gila presented by New Mexico True is offering a 5-day race for UCI Men and UCI Women; a 4-day race for Men 1,2 (40+ Bonus) and Men 3 (40+ Bonus); and a 3-day race for Women 1,2,3,4 (35+ Bonus, 45+ Bonus, 55+ Bonus), Men 4,5 (40+ Bonus), and Masters Men 1,2,3,4 (50+ Bonus,60+ Bonus,70+ Bonus). Note that the Masters Men’s race is for men over age 40. Please spread the word and encourage your fellow racers to register. 

Each competitor will receive a swag bag at packet pick-up. 

THE RACES

UCI Men and UCI Women: The 5-day stage race consists of 3 Road Races, an Individual Time Trial and a Criterium. The general classification winner will be the rider with the lowest overall time for all the stages. Teams will receive invitations to participation in these fields. 

   The 5-day format is as follows:

  • Stage 1, Wednesday, April 29: Tyrone Individual Time Trial

  • Stage 2, Thursday, April 30: Silver City to Mogollon Road Race

  • Stage 3, Friday, May 1: The Inner Loop Road Race

  • Stage 4, Saturday, May 2: Downtown Silver City Criterium

  • Stage 5, Sunday, May 3: Gila Monster Road Race

Men1,2 (40+ Bonus) and Men 3 (40+ Bonus): the 4-day stage race consists of 3 Road Races and a Criterium.  The entry fee is $240. 

  ** The 4-day format is as follows:**

  • Stage 1, Thursday, April 30: Silver City to Mogollon Road Race

  • **Stage 2, Friday, May 1: **The Inner Loop Road Race

  • Stage 3, Saturday, May 2: Downtown Silver City Criterium

  • Stage 4, Sunday, May 3: Gila Monster Road Race

**Women 1,2,3,4 (35+ Bonus, 45+ Bonus, 55+ Bonus); Men 4,5 (40+ Bonus); and Master Men 1,2,3,4 (50+ Bonus, 60+ Bonus, 70+ Bonus): **The 3-day stage race consists of 2 Road Races, and a Criterium.  Entry fee is $180. For women, the entry fee is just $160 through January only.

   The 3-day format is as follows:

  • **Stage 1, Friday, May 1: **The Inner Loop Road Race

  • Stage 2, Saturday, May 2: Downtown Silver City Criterium

  • **Stage 3, Sunday, May 3: **Gila Monster Road Race

SPECIAL COMPETITIONS and GENERAL CLASSIFICATION

**UCI Men: **In addition to Individual Stage and General Classification prizes, there will be a Team General Classification competition. Teams must consist of 5 to 7 riders. There may be no more than 7 riders per team. There will also be a Sprinter competition, a KOM competition and a Young Rider (U25) competition.

**UCI Women: **In addition to Individual Stage and General Classification prizes, there will be a Team General Classification competition. Teams must consist of 4 to 6 riders. There may be no more than 6 riders per team. There will also be a Sprinter competition, a QOM competition and a Young Rider (U25) competition.

Men 40+ in the Men 1,2 Race, Men 3 Race and Men 4,5 Race: Riders who are 40+ will be eligible for their field’s monetary prizes and a separate 40+ general classification prize. 

Women 35+, 45+ and 55+ in the Women 1,2,3,4 race: Riders who are 35+ will be eligible for their field’s monetary prizes and a separate 35+ general classification prize. Riders who are 45+ will be eligible for their field’s monetary prizes, the 35+ prizes and a separate 45+ general classification prize. Riders who are 55+ will be eligible for their field’s monetary prizes, the 35+ prizes, the 45+ prizes and a separate 55+ general classification prize.  

Men 50+ ,60+ and 70+ in the Master Men 1,2,3,4 race: Riders who are 50+ will be eligible for their field’s monetary prizes and a separate 50+ general classification prize. Riders who are 60+ will be eligible for their field’s monetary prizes, the 50+ prizes and a separate 60+ general classification prize. Riders who are 70+ will be eligible for their field’s monetary prizes, the 50+ prizes, the 60+ prizes and a separate 70+ podium presentation.   

REFUNDSNo refunds after March 1, 2026.

SUPPORT

Elite Racing** **will provide neutral support for the UCI races and the Downtown Criterium. 

Having racers check in with extra wheels is essential to the support system during the amateur road races. The Tour of the Gila has excellent procedures for protecting your wheels during the race. Please plan on bringing an extra set of wheels with you. 

Neutral hydration is provided in the feed zones of the road races. 

LODGING

Sponsor hotels are the Murray Hotel and Copper Manor Motel. There are a variety of hotels, campgrounds, and Airbnb and Vrbo accommodations in and around Silver City, as well as camping in the Gila National Forest and New Mexico State Parks. The Visit Silver City website maintains an expansive list of area lodging options. 

Have questions about the Tour of the Gila? **Call Jack Brennan at 575-590-2612 or email brennan5231@comcast.net **The Tour of the Gila is held under USAC permit.

Presented by Tour of the Gila, Inc

Categories:

  • Men 1,2 (40+ Bonus), 238.6 miles, $240.00, field limit 75
  • Men 3 (40+ Bonus), 238.6 miles, $240.00, field limit 75
  • Women 1,2,3,4 (35+ Bonus, 45+ Bonus, 55+ Bonus), 151.8 miles, $180.00, field limit 75
  • Men 4,5 (40+ Bonus), 146.4 miles, $180.00, field limit 75
  • Master Men 1,2,3,4 (50+ Bonus, 60+ Bonus, 70+Bonus) , 146.4 miles, $180.00, field limit 75

Registration:

  • Opens on Thursday January 01, 2026
  • Closes on Monday April 27, 2026