La Leyenda Aruba: 3-Stage MTB Race on the One Happy Island
MORE THAN A RACE, A PARADISE FOR RIDING - AN UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURE!
La Leyenda Del Dorado Aruba is part of our prestigious Island Series. Designed for both professionals and amateurs, this three-day race will take you through arid deserts, rugged volcanic landscapes, and turquoise Caribbean coastlines.
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Three days of unique cycling on the "One Happy Island"
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Technical routes designed by passionate experts
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Adventure in the morning and relaxation in the afternoon with friends and family
RACE WEEK
WHAT TO EXPECT EACH DAY
Thursday, October 8
Pasta Night
Collect your race bib, join the rider and team presentation, and attend the technical briefing covering race
Collect your race bib, join the rider and team presentation, and attend the technical briefing covering race
procedures, safety and preparation for Stage 1. Afterwards, enjoy pasta night to fuel up
Friday, October 9
STAGE 1
Technical desert terrain and faster, open sections will test your precision, strength and control. Hydration
Technical desert terrain and faster, open sections will test your precision, strength and control. Hydration
stations and medical support will be available at strategic points along the course.
Saturday, October 10
STAGE 2
A demanding stage through Arikok National Park, with technical singletracks, short climbs and rocky descents.
A demanding stage through Arikok National Park, with technical singletracks, short climbs and rocky descents.
Pace yourself and manage your hydration/nutrition. Transfers will take you to the start and back to the race
Pace yourself and manage your hydration/nutrition. Transfers will take you to the start and back to the race
village after finishing.
Sunday October 11
STAGE 3
The longest stage follows Aruba's coastline and passes through Arikok National Park before the beachside finish.
The longest stage follows Aruba's coastline and passes through Arikok National Park before the beachside finish.
Careful line choice and sustained effort will be essential. A transfer will take you to the start; you will race
Careful line choice and sustained effort will be essential. A transfer will take you to the start; you will race
back to the race village.
WEEK SCHEDULE
STAGE 1 - DESERT KING
Around the halfway point, riders will reach another hydration station and a short paved section of approximately 1.5 km. This will offer a brief opportunity to recover before taking on the return to the finish line. The course combines technical sections that demand precision and concentration with faster, more open sections where riders can recover before facing the next challenge. This is true XCO-Marathon terrain: technical, demanding and constantly changing. The final kilometres may look short on paper, but they will be intense. A succession of tight sections, frequent stops and accelerations will make the final approach to the finish line a true test of strength and control.
And then, the reward. At the finish line, riders will be welcomed with fresh refreshments, fruit, music and the energy of the La Leyenda family, the perfect way to close the first day of the adventure.
6:30 - 6:45 | STAGE 1 REGISTRATION
6:30. | CALL-UP TO START PENS
7:00 | START BY CATEGORY
10:30 | CUT-OFF TIME STAGE 1
10:30 - 11:00 | BREAKFAST
18:30 - 19:00 | PODIUM CEREMONY
19:00 - 19:15 | TECHNICAL CONGRESS STAGE 2
RECOMMENDATION: SUNSET @ SARAH QUITA BEACH WILL BE AROUND APROXIMATELY 18:30
Logistics and Accommodation
Getting there is easy
Fly directly to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA). We are strategically located just a 15-minute transfer from the airport to major hotels, eliminating long post-flight journeys.
Family & Friends
The Island Series concept allows your companions to enjoy Aruba while you compete. The logistics are designed so you can meet up each afternoon and enjoy the island's cuisine and beaches.
La Leyenda del Dorado Aruba is proudly supported by the Aruba Tourism Authority
IMPORTANT:
The Government of Aruba welcomes you and your family.
The online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) card is a pre-registration form required for entry into Aruba. According to the country's immigration policy, all arriving tourists must complete the online ED card application. It is an essential entry requirement that you can complete quickly and easily online. Simply enter your information in the corresponding fields, and once successfully submitted, you will receive an email confirmation. Any passenger requesting an ED card exemption based on citizenship will need to provide basic information to confirm their status. After verification, a confirmation email will be sent.
Click here to complete the online ED card application
Partner Accommodation
FAMILY
ADULTS ONLY
We've arranged a special broker rate with the Wyndham Tryp hotel. Click this link and choose accommodations from Thursday, October 8 (check-in) to Monday, October 12 (check-out) and receive a special nightly rate of USD $145 (taxes and local fees are not included in this rate) for double/twin occupancy.
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Located in Downtown, near the airport, the hotel features a swimming pool and offers complimentary transfers to the beach. The special event rate is USD 149 plus taxes and fees, based on double occupancy, and includes breakfast.
If you're traveling with your family and children, this is the perfect place for them to enjoy the facilities and relax in comfort after a full day exploring "One Happy Island." We've arranged a special rate for La Leyenda runners of USD 140 per night for two people or two couples in a room with two double beds, or USD 170 per night for accommodations for up to six people. Click this link and choose this accommodation from Thursday, October 8 (check-in) to Monday, October 12 (check-out).
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