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Zapopan

Zapopan is part of the Guadalajara metropolitan area and is one of the most upscale municipalities in Mexico. Best known as being the home of the Virgin of Zapopan, an image of the Virgin Mary made in the 16th century, which was credited with a number of Miracles and visited by pope John Paul II.

Zapopan and Guadalajara are also where Mariachi music originated in the 19th century and where you can find mariachi bands, dancers, food vendors and crafts stands in the heart of the city entertaining spectators. Stroll through the colonial-era center of Zapopan and enjoy the small streets, stores, parks, fountains, plazas and restaurants.

Just outside Zapopan are vast highland fields of Agave located in the municipality of Tequila, which is famous for its Tequila fields and factories. Due to its historical and cultural importance, the city of Tequila was declared a UNESCO world heritage site. Tequila tours are some of the fun activities you can do while here which will give you a real taste of Mexican culture, literally.

While here for GFNY, take your time and explore the city of Zapopan, its neighbor city, Guadalajara, and immerse yourself in Mexican history, its flavors and traditions.

Course

GFNY Zapopan starts and finishes in the Akron Stadium, also known as Chivas Stadium. This will be a fast and technical course. Even though the maximum gradients reach just 3%, you will be racing at 1680m elevation, which will add to the challenge.

Experience the adrenaline of a mass start GFNY race as you race through sights of Zapopan and the Guadalajara metropolitan area. Right at the start of the race, you will enter the JVC Circuit and then peddle onto the Guadalajara-Tepic Freeway.

When on the Adolfo Lopez Mateos Avenue, which you will glide North to South and back North again, make sure to take a sneak peak at the stunning Estampida Roundabout, feeling that horses are joining you on your ride to victory.

On the route you will view the historic center of Guadalajara passing many tourist attractions. Then be inspired by the iconic La Normal Roundabout, the space in the city created to promote physical activity and holds attractions for the whole family to enjoy.

Also, while your legs are on fire on Fray Antonio Alcalde Avenue, you will feel the passion of cycling in Jalisco, for this Avenue is known as the Ciclovia Alcalde, that is pure racing inspiration to kick you into high gear and thank the City.

You will complete the race loop back in the historic city of Zapopan. Medium distance riders will finish and get to celebrate their achievements, while long distance riders will head out for a second lap. Expect a full show at the finish, such as music bands, DJ, VIP area, pasta party and all the well-known festivities that the GFNY Mexico finish party always offers. 

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 10% 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.

Prizes

Exciting news for all the teams participating in GFNY Zapopan! The first-place team winners will receive a whopping $50,000mxn in cash! This prize will be awarded to the team at the end of the race, so make sure to give it your all and compete to win. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to showcase your team's skills and take home the grand prize! Make sure to visit the category page for rules and specifications.

Perks included as part of GFNY Zapopan

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

CHIP TIMING: GFNY Zapopan 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 Zapopan 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.

GFNY Kids

GFNY KIDS Zapopan is the chance for children ages 13 and under to be able to experience true GFNY style racing with the same rules and format as all GFNY races. GFNY Kids Zapopan will take place on September 30 at 8 a.m.  All racers will be chip timed from start to finish with the top 3 winners celebrating on the podium for all their family and friends to see.

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