Silver City is set to host some of the world’s top cyclists for the Tour of the Gila, a five-day bicycle race that will take place from April 24 to April 28. The event will feature UCI men and women cyclists participating in two road racing stages on the first day, followed by an individual time trial and a race around town on days two and three. The final stage, stage five, will be the Gila Monster Road Race.
The UCI men’s and women’s fields will include athletes who have competed in major cycling races such as the Tour de France and Vuelta a España, as well as those who have earned Olympic berths. In addition to the professional cyclists, there will be opportunities for amateur and citizen racers to participate in events throughout the five days. This gives individuals the chance to ride on the same roads as some of the world’s top cyclists.
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