San Pedro Pochutla will be the setting for a route that combines adrenaline, mountains and landscapes of the Oaxaca Coast : the " La Iguanera " 2026 mountain bike marathon. The route will have different categories and will pass through iconic beaches of the state such as Zipolite , Puerto Ángel and La Boquilla.

Its sixth edition will take place on November 14 and 15 and will feature 60 and 25 kilometer categories for both men and women, as well as a children's category for boys and girls up to 13 years of age, according to information from the Oaxaca Tourism Secretariat (Sectur).

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What are the categories of the La Iguanera marathon?

The long "Legendaria" route (60 km) is aimed at men and women from 14 to over 60 years old:

  • Youth: 14-18 years

  • Warriors A: Up to 30 years old

  • Warriors B: 31-45 years old

  • Warriors C: 46 years and older

  • Warriors A: 19-29 years old

  • Warriors B: 30-39 years old

  • Warriors C: 40-49 years

  • Warriors D: 50-59 years

  • Alpha iguanas: 60 years and older

The short "Recreational" route is open and covers only 25 km. While the children's route is two to six kilometers long and children from five to 13 years of age can register.

  • Little Iguanas A: 5-6 years

  • Little Iguanas B: 7-8 years

  • Iguanas C: 9-10 years

  • Little Iguanas D: 11-13 years

The La Iguanera mountain bike marathon will be on November 15th in Pochutla.
The La Iguanera mountain bike marathon will take place on November 15th in Pochutla. — FB/Sectur Oaxaca

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How to register for the mountain bike marathon?

Those wishing to participate in the mountain bike marathon in San Pedro Pochutla can register at www.laiguanera.com.mx no later than October 15th. However, if they wish to register with the official race shirt or jersey, they must register today, September 30th.

Registration costs between 210 and 699 pesos depending on the chosen package. All packages include a medal, a race number with a timing chip, and hydration during the race.

  • Basic package: 399 pesos

  • T-shirt package: 599 pesos

  • Jersey package: 699 pesos

  • Basic children's program: 210 pesos

  • Children's beach shirt: 475 pesos

  • Children's jersey: 595 pesos

The La Iguanera marathon will take place amidst the landscapes of San Pedro Pochutla.
The La Iguanera marathon will take place amidst the landscapes of San Pedro Pochutla. — FB/La Iguanera MTB Marathon

What is the starting point?

The starting point for the 60 and 25 kilometer routes will be at 06:00 hours in front of Punto Iguana, located at Calle Huamuche #14, Colonia Chapingo, Pochutla.