How long does it take to cross Mexico on a bike? This ultracyclist just set the record
The exceptional feat, completed by Naucalpan native Gerardo “Coloso” Rojano Galván, established a new record in the men’s individual cross-country category for cyclists aged 18 to 49 certified by the World Ultra-Cycling Association (WUCA). The post How long does it take to cross Mexico on a bike? This ultracyclist just set the record appeared first on Mexico News Daily
Mexican ultracyclist Gerardo "Coloso" Rojano Galván, 47, has set a new record by cycling across Mexico from north to south in just over 20 days. The record-setting journey began on June 8 in Los Algodones, Baja California, and concluded near the Mexico-Guatemala border in Ciudad Hidalgo, Chiapas. Rojano covered a distance of 4,094 kilometers with an average speed of 8.42 kilometers per hour.
The exceptional feat was achieved on a standard bicycle in an unsupported manner, meaning he had no outside assistance during the journey. Following his accomplishment, Rojano is awaiting recognition from the Guinness World Records. His 20-day, 6-hour, and 3-minute expedition took him across various landscapes, including mountains, deserts, towns, and cities.
During his preparation, Rojano trained to adapt to Mexico's diverse climate, from hot and cold weather to adjusting his sleep schedule. He faced challenges such as navigating the challenging terrain of Baja California and Sonora, while experiencing an extraordinary moment when a coyote rode alongside him in the desert. This record-breaking achievement is not Rojano's first; he previously set a WUCA city-to-city record in Cuba in 2025 and rode from Mexico City to Acapulco in 17 hours and 22 minutes in 2020.
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