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NOVEMBER 4 - 6, 2021

PUNTARENAS PROVINCE, COSTA RICA

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The world’s toughest mountain bike race!

La Ruta is the original mountain bike stage race that has been dubbed the world’s toughest mountain bike event due to the route's incredible elevation, treacherous jungle terrain, and 20 microclimates while crossing Costa Rica. In addition to the rugged stage race, riders who are not ready to conquer the entire crossing can get a taste by taking on the La Siesta one day ride. Whether you are an experienced rider or amatuer looking for a quality mountain bike experience the event should be on your bucket list!
La SiestaLa Siesta Mountain bike course of 1-DayMountain bike icon

The one day challenge provides a sampling of the overall La Ruta stage race experience with 86km and 3,368 feet of elevation to conquer. Do not be fooled by the name, this course is arguably the most difficult terrain participants will experience with the most incredible views.

La RutaLa Ruta mountain bike 3-DayMountain bike icon

Conquer your limits on the 226km route that crosses five mountain ranges with a cumulative climb of 29,000 feet! The daunting terrain is so harsh that half a millennium ago it took Spanish conquistadors led by Juan De Cavallón 20 years to cross the land of Costa Rica from the Pacific to the Caribbean.

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The Course

Graphic map of La Ruta mountain bike stage race, La Ruta 3-day and La Siesta 1-day

Categories and Awards

Categories
Open(-18)(19-29)(30-39)(40-49)(50-59)(60+)
Elite all ages
Couples (Male and Female)
Awards
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Elite Awards
Position
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
Total Purse: $50,000*
Male
$12,000*
$7,000*
$4,000*
$2,000*
Category Purse: $25,000*
Female
$12,000*
$7,000*
$4,000*
$2,000*
Category Purse: $25,000*
*Amounts in US dollars
Open Category Awards
Position
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
Male
Free Entry 2022 + La Ruta Merchandise Package + Sponsor Gifts
Free Entry 2022 + La Ruta Merchandise Package + Sponsor Gifts
La Ruta Merchandise Package + Sponsor Gifts
La Ruta Merchandise Package + Sponsor Gifts
Female
Free Entry 2022 + La Ruta Merchandise Package + Sponsor Gifts
Free Entry 2022 + La Ruta Merchandise Package + Sponsor Gifts
La Ruta Merchandise Package + Sponsor Gifts
La Ruta Merchandise Package + Sponsor Gifts

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

NOVEMBER 3
9 am - 5 pm:Packet Pick Up Location: TBD
6 pm:Meet and Greet Social Location: Croc’s Hotel
NOVEMBER 4
5 am:Race Start Location: TBD
8 am - 5 pm:Fair
5 pm:Official Race Finish
*Shuttles to Hotels:every 30-40 minutes
NOVEMBER 5
3:45 am:Shuttle to Race Start Location: TBD
5 am:Race Start
8 am - 5 pm:Fair
*Shuttles to Hotels:every 30-40 minutes
5 pm:Official Race Finish
NOVEMBER 6
5 am:Rafting (Optional)
10 am:Shuttle to Race Start Pickup Location: TBD
1 pm:Race Start Location: TBD
4 pm:Race finish / Awards Ceremony
8 pm - 5 pm:Fair
5:30 pm:Official Race Finish
5:30 pm:Shuttle to San José: Hotel Holiday Inn
10 pm - 12 am:Bike and extra luggage Pick Up at Hotel in San José.
NOVEMBER 7
6 am - 12 pm:Bike and extra luggage Pick Up at Hotel in San José.

MTB MERCHANDISING

Back view of an exclusive La Ruta mountain bike jerseyFront view of an exclusive La Ruta mountain bike jersey
Purchase Select La Ruta Apparel when registering.