Chile Pepper Challenge – El Paso, TX
The Chile Pepper Challenge is El Paso’s premier cycling event.  Each year over 600 cyclists line up for an epic ride through the scenic and historic Mesilla Valley over country lanes covered by pecan orchards and lined by New Mexico’s world renowned chile fields.  The Chile Pepper Challenge offers routes, distances and mountain climbs for cyclist of all skill levels and ambition.  There are five ride alternatives available, 100 miles, 62 miles, 40 miles, 22 miles and a 10 mile fun ride.  The 100 and 62 mile rides include climbs over Transmountain Road and the Anthony Gap.   For 2011 the Transmountain and Anthony Gap climbs will be in the first section of each route, essentially reversing the route of prior years.  All rides start and end at Santa Teresa High School in Santa Teresa, New Mexico.  All rides are fully supported with rest stops, route markings and SAG vehicles.  Rest stops offer snacks, water and port-a-potties.  Food and drinks will be available to riders at the end of the ride.

Registration Fee:

Registrations received on or before August 1st – $20
Thereafter, until the day of the ride – $25
September 25th – $30

Directions to Ride Start (Santa Teresa High School)

Take I-10 to Artcraft Rd (TX 178 West) head west (away from the mountains), and proceed about 4 miles to McNutt Road (the third stop light). Turn left on to McNutt. After 1 mile turn right on Airport Road to arrive at the school. Parking is available in the school parking lots. Map to Santa Teresa HS