First ever GFNY in El Salvador to be held November 15, 2026

New York City, September 2, 2026 – GFNY, the Global Endurance Sports Series, announces GFNY Surf City El Salvador. The inaugural race will take place on November 15, 2026, bringing GFNY racing to one of Central America’s most dynamic coastal destinations.

Located along El Salvador’s Pacific coast, Surf City has established itself as a major tourism and sports destination, combining world-class beaches, a growing hotel and gastronomic scene, and a coastline internationally known for its surf. The launch of GFNY Surf City brings cycling to this spectacular setting and marks another step in GFNY’s continued expansion in Latin America.

The port of La Libertad, the first port built in El Salvador, will serve as the starting point of the race. Riders will set off just steps from the Pacific Ocean before heading onto the coastal highway for a challenging course that combines oceanfront roads, tropical vegetation, constantly changing elevation and exposed, windy sections.

“Surf City is exactly the kind of destination where we want to bring GFNY: spectacular roads, a strong tourism offering and an environment that makes traveling for a race worthwhile,” said GFNY CEO Uli Fluhme. “Just as importantly, we have an experienced local organization behind the event. The team has already demonstrated its ability to deliver major international endurance events in El Salvador, including IRONMAN, and that gives us great confidence in the quality of the first GFNY Surf City.”

The competitive long-distance race will cover 120 km with 1,883 m of climbing. The recreational medium-distance route will cover 71.7 km. The routes will feature full road closures as well as strategically positioned hydration and technical assistance points.

GFNY Surf City will offer riders, families and friends the opportunity to experience one of El Salvador’s most distinctive destinations. Visitors can explore the beaches of El Tunco, El Zonte and Punta Roca, surf the Pacific, hike to the nearby Tamanique waterfalls, and discover the region’s local gastronomy and nightlife.

Website: surfcity.gfny.com

About GFNY

GFNY is an international cycling organization that designs, owns, and operates a structured system of races worldwide. Its competitive hierarchy connects GFNY races with National and Continental Championships, culminating in the GFNY World Championship in New York City. This progression is known as the GFNY Road to NYC.

GFNY events feature fully timed racing with age-group competition and are open to a wide range of riders, combining competitive structure with accessible participation. GFNY operates its own integrated registration, results, and ranking system, maintaining direct relationships with participants across all events. While road cycling is its foundation, GFNY also operates select events in gravel, mountain bike, and running within the same competitive framework.

Website: gfny.com

About the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City

The Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York City is GFNY’s flagship event and the final stage of the GFNY Course to NYC. Held annually on a challenging road course in and around New York City, it brings together riders from more than 90 countries.

Website: nyc.gfny.com

GFNY Pro Series

The GFNY Pro Series is GFNY’s professional racing platform, built around an integrated Pro–Am format in which UCI-sanctioned professional races are held on the same courses and weekends as GFNY mass-participation events. The format was pioneered at Gran Premio New York City and is expanding selectively to additional locations.

Website: gp.gfny.com

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY Surf City Video: here

GFNY Press Images: here 

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

Media Contact

Gran Fondo New York Inc.

Uli Fluhme,

Caroline Lindsay,