Join Gran Fondo Pico de las Nieves
The TotalEnergies Gran Fondo Pico de las Nieves is a premier cycling event that features prominently in global sports calendars. This event, which is certified by the UCI, presents cyclists with the demanding task of covering 138 kilometers, climbing 1,915 meters in altitude, and tackling gradients of up to 23 percent. It's considered one of the most challenging mountain passes in Europe, attainable only by a select few. Yet it also offers more. The Starter and Advanced categories sit ready for those willing to show tenacity, determination, and resilience in completing the routes leading to the Pico de las Nieves.
TotalEnergies Gran Fondo Pico de las Nieves presents a demanding route and 3 categories that adapt to all levels. You will live an intense day, reserved for bicycle lovers. Participants will be able to improve themselves each year by choosing a different category, which will be yours?
You will enjoy the high mountains, volcanoes and ravines of Gran Canaria. A small world apart declared a Biosphere Reserve. A perfect destination for cycling lovers. A miniature continent where you can pedal and breathe. And a unique opportunity to enjoy nature near a sea of good weather.
Course details
Total Distance: 138 km
Total elevation gain: 3522 m
Maximum altitude: +1935 m at Pico Las Nieves
Advanced Category
Total Distance: 88 km
Total elevation gain: 1,600 m
Maximum altitude: 817 m at Alto de Temisas
Starter Category
Total Distance: 25.4 km
Total elevation gain: 600 m
Maximum altitude: 606 m at Alto de los Lomitos
Start address: Telde, Spain
Finish address: Telde, Spain
Mappa del percorso
What’s included
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done Event T-shirts
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done Timing chip (rental)
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done Drink Stations
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done Nutrition Stations
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done Medical Assistance
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done Toilets
Recensioni
Puoi essere il primo a scrivere una recensione per questo evento
Domande Frequenti
What is the cancelation/refund policy for this event?
Once registration has been completed, no refund of the race fee will be made for any reason. Likewise, the change of ownership of the registration is not permitted. In the event of suspension of the event or postponement due to force majeure (adverse meteorological phenomena, flood, earthquake, explosion, accident, labor dispute or strike, civil conflict, decision of the competent authority, etc.), no action will be taken. the refund of the amount paid in registration, nor any compensation.
Mandatory material
The use of an approved helmet and appropriate clothing is mandatory, and any participant who does not specifically comply with this article must abandon the test. You must use the bib-chip provided by the organization on the day of collection of the bib. This bib-chip must be visible on the front of the bike tied to the bicycle handlebars for correct reading. Once each finish line has been reached, the handlebar number will be cut and given to the participant for use at the post-finish finish located in the Plaza de San Juan. It is not permitted to participate with another participant's bib number under any circumstances, nor to manipulate it. It is recommended that, to avoid fainting, the cyclist carry enough energy bars, gels or any other recovery product for intense efforts.
Participation with electric bikes
The use of electric bicycles is permitted under the following conditions: The bicycle must be a “pedelec” type. A “pedelec” bicycle is considered one that receives assistance from the electric motor only if the pedals are used. There is no limitation on motor power or battery capacity. The use of 2 or more batteries is allowed. The cyclist with an e-bike cannot help other cyclists with a traditional bicycle to move, nor to serve as a shelter for them. If the organization's means detect it, no times will be taken for the cyclists involved and it may be grounds for disqualification. They must respect the cut-off times established for the rest of the cyclists and will have a category with independent classification.
Cut-off times and abandonments
The organization reserves the right to force the participant to abandon the test: Whenever the participant shows signs of extreme fatigue, dehydration, extremely slow pace or presents any abnormal symptoms that prevent them from participating normally. If the participant fails to comply with any of the rules that govern these regulations (see disqualifications section). Once the regulatory cut-off time has expired from the start of the test. There is a maximum time to complete 3 sections in the Gran Fondo Pico de Las Nieves modality. If this limit is exceeded, the cyclist must abandon the test or continue under his/her responsibility, handing over the number to a member of the organization.
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