Tour of the Gila is one of North America’s premiere bike races drawing top competitors from across the globe. Olympians, a Grand Tour winner, world champions, and promising youngsters are all racing in the Gila for the coveted trophy bowls. The 31st Tour of the Gila is a five stage race located in and around Silver City, New Mexico, in the gorgeous Gila wilderness, April 19th through the 23rd. Join the excitement as a spectator, professional, amateur, or citizen rider participant. With highly technical descents, an out-and-back time trial that is often held in gusty winds, 9000 feet of climbing, beautiful mountain scenery, and a high-speed criterium in downtown Silver City, this race is a destination.