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Published: 28 March 2017 28 March 2017

March 28, 2017 (Silver City, NM) - More than two-dozen men's professional cycling teams and a dozen women's teams have accepted invitations for the 31st edition of the Tour of the Gila. The race is once again proud to be hosting top veterans and young talent from North America and around the world. The 5-day stage race will begin on Wednesday, April 19 and end Sunday, April 23 with the infamous Gila Monster road stage that includes over 9,000 ft. of climbing for the men, and 5,500 ft. for the women.

Several teams will be racing Tour of the Gila for the first time including foreign teams in the men's race - Canel's Specialized from Mexico, Mobius Racing from Australia and Movistar Team Ecuador, and in the women's race - Rise Racing from Canada.

The challenging terrain at the Gila has long become a showcase for the rising stars of professional cycling, helping to launch the careers of national champions, Olympic medalists, and international stars. 2016 UCI MenG