The inaugural Innova Flow Race, held Sunday in El Puerto de santa María, Spain, drew nearly 100 cyclists representing 50 teams to a challenging course through the Sierra de San Cristóbal natural park. The event,a team-based mountain biking competition,marked a new push for outdoor sports tourism in the Cádiz province and tested athletes across multiple categories-from Cadete to Élite-using a unique staggered start format. Organizers hope the race will become an annual fixture, building on what local officials are already calling a resounding success for the community.
Nearly 100 cyclists competing in 50 teams tackled a challenging course at the inaugural Innova Flow Race in El Puerto de Santa María, Spain, on Sunday. The event, organized by Club Deportivo Innova Bike, tested riders’ endurance and teamwork over two laps of a demanding 17-kilometer circuit with approximately 350 meters of elevation gain per lap.
The race required constant coordination, as all team members had to complete the course together. Staggered start times, with teams launching every 90 seconds, ensured a smooth and safe competition across the Cadete, Junior, Sub-23, Élite, and Máster categories.
Nicolás Morales and Pablo García, riding for Rulecycling Mcviman Evaria, claimed the top spot in the men’s overall standings with a strong performance. Jorge López and Raúl Mena, representing Symisur Centauro Bikes, finished second, while Juan José Conejo of Culmar Pro Team and Ismael Sánchez from Conil Racing Team shared third place.
In the mixed pairs category, Ana Belén Báñez and José Antonio González of Expobikes Team secured victory. Cristina Delgado and Carlos Delgado, competing for Ampiferco Bike, took second, and Cristina Barberán and Fernando Caro of Symisur Centauro Bikes rounded out the podium in third.
Local officials hailed the event as a success, with the municipal Sports Councillor stating, “El Puerto once again positions itself as a benchmark in the organization of outdoor sporting events, showcasing natural enclaves such as the Sierra de San Cristóbal and promoting innovative tests that attract athletes from throughout the province.”
José Ignacio González added, “The Innova Flow Race has been a success in terms of both participation and organization, laying the foundations for this event to consolidate in future editions within the local and provincial sports calendar.”
Organizers and the El Puerto de Santa María city council expressed optimism about establishing the Innova Flow Race as a prominent fixture on the Cádiz province’s mountain biking calendar. The event is expected to continue driving tourism and promoting a healthy lifestyle within the community.
