MTB-XCO Pino Seco Arguineguín

The MTB-XCO Pino Seco Arguineguín race is organized by Costabiker’s in collaboration with the Mogán City Council and the Gran Canaria Island Cycling Federation, also with the support and collaboration of various private entities.

The competition will take place again on the dirt grounds located in front of the IES Arguineguín.

In the morning, the MTB-XCO school competitions will be held, while in the afternoon the main event will take place, consisting of a 5-kilometer circuit. The latter will have natural technical areas and others that will be modified to add steep slopes and descents, thus achieving an even more spectacular route in an ideal environment for XCO races.

Where to stay

Arguineguín sits on the sunny south-west coast of Gran Canaria, and with the school races in the morning and the main event in the afternoon, arriving the day before lets you collect your number, walk the technical sections and still enjoy an unhurried breakfast on race day. Staying close to the venue also means a short spin back afterwards to stretch the legs and recover by the pool.

Cordial Santa Agueda – El Pajar, about 1 km from the start. The closest of our certified stays, this seafront resort of two- and three-bedroom holiday homes lists bike rental, repair tools and supplies, guided tours and route information, plus a gym and an infinity pool for post-race recovery. A promenade links El Pajar with Arguineguín beach, handy for an easy warm-up spin.

Hotel Marina Elite – Balito, about 2 km from the start. Perched above Balito beach, it is geared to riders on both road and MTB, with mechanical aid, a bike wash, repair tools, bike rental and route info on the list. A fitness area and two pools make it easy to loosen up once your XCO lap count is done.

Salobre Villa 6 – Maspalomas, about 4 km from the start. A private three-bedroom villa in the Salobre Golf complex with its own pool, well suited to a team or a group of friends travelling together; bike rental, mechanical aid, repair tools and route information are listed for guests.

Hotel Balcón del Mar – Mogán, about 4 km from the start. These apartments in Puerto Rico have terraces overlooking the ocean and offer secure bike storage with video surveillance and a repair workshop, along with laundry facilities that come in handy for muddy race kit.

H10 Playa Meloneras Palace – Meloneras, about 7 km from the start. A Gold-rated hotel for riders who want to turn race weekend into a longer stay, with a bike wash, mechanical aid, bike rental, a spa and massage to ease tired legs.

Event weekend is popular, so book early, and browse more cycling-friendly accommodation across Gran Canaria.