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San Luis Potosí

Once a thriving gold and silver mining hub, San Luis Potosí is a city that beautifully blends history, culture, and natural beauty. The historic center boasts ornate churches, colorful buildings, grand plazas, museums and markets that offer a glimpse into its storied past. Beyond its urban charm, San Luis Potosí is a gateway to stunning landscapes, from rolling hills to lush forests, waterfalls and caves, creating a breathtaking backdrop for any adventure.

For GFNY cyclists, San Luis Potosí offers an unparalleled experience. Its diverse terrain combines challenging climbs, winding roads, and scenic routes that are as rewarding as they are demanding, making it ideal for riders of all levels. The city’s central location ensures easy access while the altitude of 6158ft / 1877m above sea level provides a temperate climate.
 
Off the bike, participants and their families can immerse themselves in the local culture, savoring authentic cuisine and enjoying the atmosphere that makes this region unforgettable. GFNY San Luis Potosí invites you to race, explore, and discover a destination that promises an extraordinary blend of competition, culture, and natural wonder.

Course

GFNY San Luis Potosí has put together the perfect race course for the GFNY North American Championship. This course offers a little bit of everything for everyone to enjoy.

The race begins in the historic center of San Luis Potosí, navigating through the city’s iconic landmarks, such as the Catedral Metropolitana, the Municipal Palace, and Parque Morales. It provides participants with a unique blend of cultural heritage and fast speeds within the initial kilometers.

The defining moment starts just outside the city boundary before Pozuelos, where you will begin a 13km climb, with an average grade of 3% and a max grade of 7.9%. This climb will test your endurance and strategy, offering minimal relief, yet maximum satisfaction upon completion. Once at the top, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of San Luis Potosí and the Sierra de San Miguelito, serving as a rare interaction between nature’s tranquility and city energy.

After the climb, the course transitions into a smooth downhill section on wide roads with Sierra views. As you return to the city, get ready for cheering crowds as you make your way to the finish line. You will pass Tangamanga Park and landmarks like the Glorieta Benito Juarez, before the final stretch towards the city center.
 
Medium route riders will cross their finish line here, while long route racers will prepare for a second lap to claim victory and finish the GFNY North American Championship in San Luis Potosí. This course is designed not only as a physical and tactical battleground but also as a showcase of resilience and strategy. 

LONG COURSE IS A COMPETITION: Only the finishers of the long course are eligible for category rankings and Overall and Podium awards. If you want to race and be ranked in your category, you must complete the long course. Top 20% of finishers in each age group earn a spot in the Qualifier Corral at every GFNY World event.

 

MEDIUM COURSE IS NOT A COMPETITION: The riders of the medium course will be provided their start-to-finish time, but will not be ranked by finish time. All finish times will be listed in alphabetical order.

Perks included as part of GFNY San Luis Potosí

THE JERSEY: All riders receive the official GFNY San Luis Potosí race jersey, which is mandatory attire at the race. The jersey is designed in NYC and Made in Italy.

CHIP TIMING: GFNY San Luis Potosí is a timed race. Each athlete has their own timing chip, which starts right after you cross the start line and stops when you cross the finish line. Timing results will be available at gfny.cc/results.

FINISHER MEDAL: Every GFNY San Luis Potosí finisher receives a medal, no matter which distance they complete. All finishers also earn a “Finish” towards their 3x2025 GFNY medal or the 10x medal. Go to gfny.com/medals for more information on GFNY’s multi-finisher medals.

North American Championship


GFNY San Luis Potosí serves as the GFNY North American Championship.

The top 20% of finishers in each age group will start in the Qualifier Corral at all GFNYs for the next 380 days.

Overall Champions (man and woman) of the GFNY North American Championship win flights, hotel and entry to GFNY World Championship NYC 2026 to compete for the GFNY World Championship crown.

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