Cycling

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Each winner gets a slot in La VUELTA Puerto Rico 2011, a three day, 375 mile cycling tour that circumnavigates the island of Puerto Rico. Divided in three groups; Group A is for the elite or world class cyclist, Group B rides as a peloton at 18 mph average, and, Group C rides as a peloton at 15 mph average. Event is capped at 600 riders. Accumulated climbing: 12,000 ft. Event takes place from January 28-30, 2011.

The VUELTA will take cyclists on a 3 day, 375 mile journey around the entire island. The route passes through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world, including the lush foothills of the tropical rainforest, serene coconut plantations, exotic beaches, world-class marinas, and 43 glittering coastal towns. Cyclists will also pass by the 9 historic lighthouses (los faros) that gave us our original name, “La VUELTA de los nueve faros”. Riders will enjoy fully-stocked rest stops, SAG support, an official jersey, finishers medal, goodie bag, entertainment, and the pleasure of riding with some of the friendliest and hospitable people ever…the Puerto Rican Cyclists!!

The first day of the VUELTA will begin in Old San Juan and head east to Fajardo and Las Croabas beach. Scan the horizon for views of St. Thomas as you fuel up at our first rest stop. The ride only gets better as we ride through Maunabo, catching the views from the top of Camino Nuevo and the Punta Tuna lighthouse.

Day two begins in Ponce and passes by the Guanica lighthouse, but not before stopping at the ruins in Yauco for a morning breakfast. Before this day is over riders will see the village of La Parguera, the dry forests of the southern coast, and the stunning stone cliffs at Los Morillos lighthouse in Cabo Rojo. 

Our last day of riding might make you want to “hang ten” as we pass through some of the most well known surfing spots in Rincon and Isabela. Lunch is served with a view of the lighthouse at Arecibo before the entire VUELTA meets up together in Dorado. Our grand entrance into Old San Juan will be met with food, entertainment, and surprises as we cap off three days of amazing cycling!

The tour will be featured this summer on a one-hr. episode in the Travel Channel Network

and on the September issue of BICYCLING Magazine.

Item Special Note

www.VueltaPR.com (check out their awesome website!)

Here is what is included with your registration, should you win!

La VUELTA Puerto Rico 2011 OFFICIAL Jersey 

Male and female specific. We suggest you order one size larger than normal. They tend to run small.  Additional jerseys and other items are available in our Online Gear Shop or at the onsite merchandise store. Please use this chart as reference when ordering your jersey, bib (male), shorts (female). 

Bib, Bike & Helmet Numbers
To keep everyone identified, we will provide these stick on numbers which you must use as part of the rules of the event.

Duffle Bag
Back by popular demand, we will provide riders a really cool duffle bag that will have the VUELTA logo embroidered.

Plastic Water Bottle

20-oz., with the perfect wide mouth for easy refilling.

Official 2011 Commemorative Medal

All participants receive an awesome medal after completing the 375 miles. 

3 Breakfasts and Lunches, 2 dinners, 3 energy drink stops, 17 rest stops and more.. check out their website for more details!