Mexico
Mexico
October 17, 2020
Tapalpa
Tapalpa
About Stay Connected With Updates
WHAT: XTERRA Mexico
WHEN: Cancelled - Join us in 2021!
WHERE: Tapalpa
For amateur racers, there are 51 qualifying slots for the 2021 XTERRA World Championship.
This year marks twelve years of off-road racing in Tapalpa, one of the hidden gems of Mexico, with its beautiful landscapes, bohemian nights and fabulous food. which make for a great post-race atmosphere to enjoy after crossing the finish line.
Tapalpa is located 118km from Guadalajara. By car is a 1 hour and 30 minutes drive and in public transportation can vary from two to four hours.
Events
XTERRA Mexico Full Distance
Distances: 1,500m Swim | 30km Bike | 10km Run
Ages: 18 to 64 years old.
Relay available for athlete over 16 years old.
XTERRA Sprint
Distances: 750m Swim | 15km Bike | 5km Run
Ages: 16 to over 55 years old.
XTERRA Kids
Ages: 6 to 8 years old.
Distances: 50m Swim | 2km Bike | 500m Run
Ages: 9 to 11 years old.
Distances: 150m Swim | 4km Bike | 1km Run
XTERRA Juvenile
Ages: 12 to 13 years old.
Distances: 300m Swim | 8km Bike | 1.5km Run
Ages: 14 to 15 years old.
Distances: 400m Swim | 10km Bike | 2.5km Run.
XTERRA Mexico Trail Run
Distances: 5km Run | 10km Run
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Schedule of Events
Friday, October 16
| Hours | Activity | Place |
| 14:00 - 15:30 | Package delivery and registration of kids and youth bicycles | Los Reflejos |
| 14:30 - 15:30 | Opening of the transition zone kids and youth | Los Reflejos |
| 15:30 - 15:45 | Previous meeting kids and youth competition | Los Reflejos |
| 16:15 - 18:30 | Kids and youth categories competition | Los Reflejos |
| 19:00 - 19:30 | Kids and youth awards | Los Reflejos |
| 15:00 - 20:00 | Package delivery and bicycle registration 16 years and older | Los Reflejos |
| 18:30 - 19:30 | Previous meeting categories 16 years and older | Los Reflejos |
Saturday, October 17
| Hours | Activity | Place |
| 06:30 | Transition zone opens | Los Reflejos |
| 07:20 | Warm up starts | Los Reflejos |
| 07:45 | Closing of the Transition zone and heating ends | Los Reflejos |
| 07:45 | Ceremony | Los Reflejos |
| 08:00 | Start of competition | Los Reflejos |
| 19:00 | Awards Plaza | Plaza Central Tapalpa |
Course Information
XTERRA Mexico Full Distance
Distances: 1,500m Swim | 30km Bike | 10km Run
Ages: 18 to 64 years old.
Relay available for athlete over 16 years old.
XTERRA Sprint
Distances: 750m Swim | 15km Bike | 5km Run
Ages: 16 to over 55 years old.
XTERRA Kids
Ages: 6 to 8 years old.
Distances: 50m Swim | 2km Bike | 500m Run
Ages: 9 to 11 years old.
Distances: 150m Swim | 4km Bike | 1km Run
XTERRA Juvenile
Ages: 12 to 13 years old.
Distances: 300m Swim | 8km Bike | 1.5km Run
Ages: 14 to 15 years old.
Distances: 400m Swim | 10km Bike | 2.5km Run.
XTERRA Mexico Trail Run
Distances: 5km Run | 10km Run
Aid Stations
Station 1 - At 300 meters. away from the transition.
Station 2 - Km. 13 of cycling with natural water and Gatorade.
Station 3 - Km. 1.5 of the race with natural water and Gatorade.
Station 4 - Km. 3 of the race with natural water and Gatorade.
Supply 5 - Km. 4 of the race with natural water and Gatorade.
Recovery - At finish with natural water Epura, Gatorade, Pepsi soft drinks, berries, oranges, bananas and bread.
Bike Registration and Kit Delivery
For kit delivery it is required to sign the exoneration letter, bring identification and proof of payment, as well as cover the payment of your FMTRI membership or your FMTRI day permit.
For the categories of XTERRA Kids and Junior from 6 to 15 years, it will be held on Friday, July 31 in Los Reflejos, Tapalpa, Jalisco from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. For categories 16 years and older, it will be held in the same place on Friday, July 31 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Remember to place the number on your bike before entering the transition zone.
Prize Information
For amateur racers, there are 51 qualifier slots up for grabs for the 2021 XTERRA World Championship.
Travel Information
All hotels and cabins participate as venues of the event and you can locate them through the website www.tapalpahoteles.com.mx.
Volunteers
We need people to help with the activities on race days. Send an email to our volunteer coordinator osm.voluntarios [at] gmail.com or call 3312020877 x 6009.
Tell us what you are interested in and what your availability is. We will try to find a place for you at XTERRA. We hope you can join us!
FAQs
What are the prices of the races?
Kids: Normal MXN $ 770. Late: MXN $ 870.
Juvenile: Normal MXN $ 980. Late: MXN $ 1,080.
Sprint: Normal MXN $ 1,700. Late: MXN $ 1,900.
Relay: Normal MXN $ 2,400. Late: MXN $ 2,900.
Trail Runs: Normal 5K $ 250. Normal 10K: MXN $ 350
When will prices change?
Normal prices will be until June 2, from June 3 until the week of the competition and the late rates will apply.
What distances are there?
XTERRA Kids: (Ages 6-11). From 6 to 8 years old. Swimming 50m, cycling 2km, running 500m.
From 9 to 11 years old. Swimming 150m, cycling 4km, running 1km.
XTERRA Juvenile: (Ages 12-15) From 12 to 13 years old. Swimming 300m, cycling 8km, running 1.5km.
From 14 to 15 years old. Swimming 400m, cycling 10km, running 2.5km.
XTERRA Sprint: From 16 to over 55 years old. Swimming 750m, cycling 15km, running 5km.
XTERRA Full Distance: From 18 to 64 years old. Swimming 1,500m, cycling 30km, running 10km.
Relay Over 16 years old. Swimming 1,500m, cycling 30km, running 10km.
XTERRA Trail Runs 5km and 10km
Contact Information
Name: Lilian Cánovas
Email: marketing [at] grupoochoa.com.mx
Phone: (33) 12020877 ext 6015
EVENT CANCELLED
Due to health and travel concerns related to COVID-19 XTERRA Mexico has been cancelled. Contact marketing [at] grupoochoa.com.mx for more information.