GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT PLATINUM
Platinum cyclists are those in the 102 mile distance and starting in 2023 for the 63 mile distance with extensive experience in riding in a pack/peloton. Cyclists must meet specific criteria to earn platinum designation and must attend a special meeting.
The meetings for El Tour de Tucson will take place on Thursday at 1pm and 6pm and Friday at 1pm and 6pm in the Tucson Convention Center near Packet Pick-up. This is where you will receive your special platinum wristband to gain access to the Platinum Corral at the front of the race.
The meetings for Tour de Scottsdale will take place on Friday at 1pm and 6pm in the North Hall of WestWorld at Packet Pick-up. This is where you will receive your special platinum wristband to gain access to the Platinum Corral at the front of the race.
Visit the Platinum Designation 2025 link for full details, including meeting times, how to get the pass required to enter the platinum corral on ride day, etc.
CURRENT PLATINUM RIDER LIST XLXS SPREADSHEET (as of January 27, 2025)
CURRENT PLATINUM RIDER LIST PDF (as of January 27, 2025)
All Rides/Routes start and finish at the Tucson Convention Center (Cushing Street) and the surrounding area.
- The Century (7:00 am Platinum Start / 7:05 am 102-Mile Start)
102 Mile - 5K Run/Walk (7:15 am start)
3.1 Mile, 5K run/walk - The FUN Rides! (8:15 am start)
3 Mile / 1 Mile - The Metric Century (9:00 am start)
63 Mile/100 Kilometer - The Half Metric Century (10:00 am start)
32 Mile/50 Kilometer
The El Tour Expo & Fiesta will be at the newly renovated Tucson Convention Center. Many of the activities including the live music, food trucks, beer garden and some exhibitors will be outdoors!
Rules
Rules are created to keep the playing field level for all participants. Violation of any rule may result in disqualification or time penalties. click here to review rules
Frequently Asked Questions
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