Lael Wilcox Gila Monster Gran Fondo p/b HMS

About this race

Lael Wilcox Gila Monster Gran Fondo Presented by HMS Date & Location Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Location: 103 E College Ave, Silver City, NM Event Overview Invitation: Tour of the Gila, along with title sponsor Hidalgo Medical Services, invites you to come ride on one of the country's most iconic road bicycling race courses. Course Options: Set your own goal on a route covering 80, 60 or 30 miles. Target Audience: The Gila Monster Gran Fondo is designed to be fun for all riders, from recreational cyclists to competitive racers. Experience: Plan to enjoy your weekend in southwest New Mexico while you become Gila Proven! Race Distances Gran Fondo Sponsored by: Copies on the Run Distance: 80 miles with 10,696 feet of climbing Route: This ride goes out to the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument Visitor Center and then returns on NM 15 to Pinos Altos. Finish: Ends at the historic Buckhorn Saloon & Opera House. Starts at 9 a.m. Medio Fondo Sponsored by: Gila Hike & Bike Distance: 60 miles with 6,966 feet of climbing Route: Goes out to Clinton P. Anderson Overlook (mile marker 32 on NM 15) and returns to Pinos Altos. Finish: Ends at the historic Buckhorn Saloon & Opera House. Starts at 9 a.m. Nano Fondo Sponsored by: Morning Star Sports Distance: 30 miles with 2,870 feet of climbing Route: This ride goes to the rest stop at Wild Horse Mesa and returns on NM 15 to the start line. Start Time: Starts at 10 a.m. in Pinos Altos, in front of the historic Buckhorn Saloon & Opera House. Support Services Rest Stops: Include drinking water, energy drinks, foods, and toilet faciliti…