Agave cycling tour | 1 day | Circuito del Abuelo
$375.00
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One of our most legendary tours, first ridden in 2020.
182 km | +2,885 m | 3 mountain passes, including the iconic Hors Catégorie climb of Amatlán de Cañas.
From Etzatlán to Ahuacatlán, through historic towns and breathtaking mountains—
the Circuito del Abuelo is where history, culture, and cycling endurance meet.
Circuito del Abuelo — A Route of History and Epic Challenge 🚴♂️🔥
The Circuito del Abuelo is one of our oldest and most legendary tours. First ridden on August 8, 2020, it has since become one of the most demanding and thrilling experiences of the Tequila Challenge.
The journey begins in the Magical Town of Etzatlán, at its historic train station, as the first rays of sunlight touch the land. Etzatlán is known for its mining past and for the world-record Cielo Tejido, a massive handwoven canopy. From there, we ride to Magdalena, formally established in the 19th century, renowned for its opal mines and the dried lake of 1930 that reshaped its landscape.
We continue toward Plan de Barrancas, a community rebuilt after the devastating 1875 earthquake, where the first mountain pass awaits. The road then leads us to Ixtlán del Río, Nayarit, a town with pre-Hispanic roots and home to the archaeological site of Los Toriles, a vestige of ancient Mesoamerican cultures.
Next is Ahuacatlán, founded in 1530, known for its agricultural traditions and famous guava sweets. Here begins the second climb, taking us to the Santa Muerte Viewpoint. This site, wrapped in mysticism, reflects the deep devotion of local communities that regard Santa Muerte as both protector of travelers and a symbol of faith.
After a 12 km descent, we reach Barranca del Oro, a town with a proud mining history. The route then leads us to Amatlán de Cañas, founded in 1714, celebrated for its hot springs and mountain setting. After a well-deserved pause in its main square, we face the final challenge: a 12 km Hors Catégorie climb, cresting right on the border between Nayarit and Jalisco.
The return takes us through San Marcos, founded in 1740 by Fray Antonio de Jesús, before closing the loop back in Etzatlán. By then, we will have completed an epic 182 km ride | +2,885 m | 3 mountain passes.
Port 1 (Category 2) | Plan de Barrancas | 10.9k | 3.9% | D+ 434m ꜱᴛʀᴀᴠᴀ
Port 2 (Category 2) | Ahuacatlán | 8.46k | 6% | D+ 517m | ꜱᴛʀᴀᴠᴀ
Port 3 (HC) | Amatlán de Cañas | 12k | 7.1% | D+ 975m | ꜱᴛʀᴀᴠᴀ
A B2B ᴄʏᴄʟɪɴɢ xᴘ® experiences event
ɪɴᴄʟᴜꜱɪᴏɴꜱ + ᴅᴇᴛᴀɪʟꜱ
In B2B ᴄʏᴄʟɪɴɢ xᴘ® one of our main concerns is to keep you safe all the way long in Tequila Experience. You can always be confident that our follow staff will be looking after you and ready to assist you with any need you may have.
Our security measures are the following:
VEHICLES
One follow vehicle will be looking after each group. You will always find members of our staff along the road with a vehicle available for any requirement.
COURSE MARSHAL
One course marshal with extensive national and international experience will be accompanying the participants to assist them as needed and providing recommendations to maximize their cycling skills.
MECHANIC ASSISTANCE
Mechanic will be on the route assisting you in any mechanical issue during or after the ride. Basic spare parts with additional cost
FOOD
Portables, Fruit, Pretzels, cake, potatoes.
HYDRATION
Isotonic drink, Water, Coke, Ice
Meeting point Estación de ferrocarril: at 5:15 am at Etzatlán
| 5:30am | Arrival at start point |
| 5:20am | Deadline to be at the departure point |
| 6:30am | Official departure Circuito del Abuelo |
| 7:15am | Arrival at Magdalena, Km 22 |
| 8:15am | Arrival at Plan de Barrancas, Km 59 |
| Rest time 10 min | |
| Port 1 | Category 3 | Plan de Barrancas | 9.2k | 4.7% | D+ 430m | |
| 9:50am | Arrival at Ahuacatlán, Km 94 |
| Rest time 10 min | |
| Port 2 | Category 2 | Ahuacatlán | 9.23k | 5.9% | D+ 543m | |
| 1:10pm | Arrival at Amatlán de Cañas, Km 135 |
| Rest time 10 min | |
| Port 3 | HC) | Amatlán de Cañas | 12.45k | 6.9% | D+ 866m | |
| 1:30pm | Arrival last Port | Pie de Cuesta |
| 3:30pm | ARRIVAL FINISH LINE AT ETZATLÁN |
NOTE: The departure is a suggested time, feel free to choose the time that is most comfortable for you.
TOWNS ON THE TOUR
Magdalena
Plan de Barrancas
Ixtlán del Río
Ahuacatlán
Barranca del Oro
El Rosario
Estancia de los López
Amatlán de Cañas
San Marcos
Segment Stats
Climb category: HC
Distance: 12.0 km
Average gradient:7.1%
Maximum gradient:32.9%
Elevation gain:975 m
Min elevation:802 m
Max elevation:1,656 m
KOM athletes:213
KOM elapsed time:39:07
KOM speed:18.4 km/h
KOM relative power:4.83 W/kg
QOM athletes:30
QOM elapsed time:56:44
QOM speed:12.7 km/h
QOM relative power: 3.33 W/kg
Mandatory requirements
- Register before the day of the event.
- Sign your Disclaimer Letter
- Wear a helmet throughout the tour.
- Bring tail lights (red).
- Bring Identification.
Registration the day of the event
- Complete your registration payment before the start time.
- Be at the starting point 30 minutes before the start
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