RACE CONCEPT
TranSierra Norte is a multi-day Mountain Bike race where advanced and expert racers from all over the world meet up to partake in the famous Mexican tradition known as “The Day of the Dead”.
Racing bikes along the North Mountain Range of Oaxaca, this event intends to push trail exploration. Having new tracks to blind-race every year, while also supporting the growth of the outdoor industry in the communities of the Oaxacan Sierra Norte and promoting the culture and festivities in the region while having a bike party packed with an authentic Mexican flavor.
RACE FORMAT
Based on the “Enduro” racing protocol this race will be an individual race with 16-22 timed stages with an average of 90% descending and the other 10% will be a mix of flat sections and short climbs. Some of the transitions will be pedaling while others will be shuttle assisted.
Every day has to be completed on a pre-established overall time; otherwise, a time penalty will be applied to the participant. The total sum of the timed stages will be the final result.
What’s included?
5 nights of lodging in a shared room.
All meals.
All shuttles and land transportation.
TSN Goodies bag and jersey.
Mechanical support.
First Aid assistance.
Race snacks and post-ride brews.
Timing chips.
Event Photos.
Hotel reservations for early arrivals and late departures.
race itinerary oct 22-27
october 22
2 pm - Race Hotel check-in (double occupancy room, private room on previous request).
8 pm - Meet & Greet + packet pick up and Riders meeting. Location TSN THE HOUSE.
OCTOBER 23
7 am - Breakfast.
8:30 am - RACE STARTS.
1 pm - Lunch.
7 pm - Dinner & bonefire.
October 24
7 am - Breakfast.
8:30 am - RACE STARTS.
1 pm - Lunch.
7 pm - Dinner & bonefire.
October 25
7 am - Breakfast.
8:30 am - RACE STARTS.
1 pm - Lunch.
7 pm - Dinner & bonefire.
October 26
7 am - Breakfast.
8:30 am - RACE STARTS.
3 pm - Lunch & Awards ceremony.
8 pm - Race Hotel check-in (double occupancy rooms) & Afterparty.
October 27
12 pm - Race Hotel check-out!
BOOK NOW THE whole EXPERIENCE! add to the tour our pre-race activities or get in touch to book any time of the year!
want to know a traditional agave field?Join us before and after the race for one of our¨Day of the Dead¨ tours.
GETTING TO OAXACA
Whether you want to join one of our ride and cultural tours before the race or you just want to see the day of the dead festivities in Oaxaca City, we highly recommend arriving 1 or 2 days earlier or staying longer.Flying into Oaxaca City is your best choice; most international flights have a connection to Mexico City.
You can also fly into Mexico City, or Cancun and try to catch a bus or rent a car. This is not an easy drive and you should also consider we will happily assist with traveling logistics and hotel bookings at a discounted rate for you and your family, please for any inquiries, contact us.
