Course

 
GFNY Punta del Este's course is demanding, and it honors its name. From city, to beach, to sprawling cattle ranches and past landmark architecture, this race will challenge and amaze you.
 
The race starts right at Punta del Este's doorsteps, in the heart of Playa Mansa.  And it goes West, leaving town along endless wild beaches, pine forests, luxury homes and natural lakes up to the first important climb:  the iconic Punta Ballena.  Both courses, long and medium, share the road all the way to the quiet town of Pan de Azúcar.  The Medium Course then goes East on R9, while the Long Course takes R60 Northbound, and the real challenge begins. You will race past vast cattle ranches and scenic, remote villages on small, rural roads. The whole course has police-moderated traffic.
 
The wind will dictate your pace, and wind direction will vary. The climbs are short, but they are steep. On the long course, there is a stretch of 80km of unrelenting climbs ranging from 300m to 1km long, with inclines averaging 8% to 12%.  If you like to test your ability,  or are looking to overcome yourself, the long course offers plenty of challenge, while the recreational medium route is more attainable, both in distance and climbing. 
 
To complete your incredible GFNY Punta del Este experience, enjoy your hard-earned post-race meal & celebration and awards ceremony at the swanky Parador Pedro Figari beach club.

Long & Medium Course

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 50 miles 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.

Course Map

Course Strategy by GFNY Coaching

Looking for a detailed breakdown of the course? Need some help planning out your race strategy? Check out the GFNY Punta Del Este Course Guide by GFNY Coaching. We dig into the challenges of the course and help you plan your pacing, nutrition and tactics to have your best race. You've done the preparation, now focus on the final details! 

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