Vuelta a España
About This Race
Vuelta a España is a grand tour on the UCI WorldTour calendar, held in Spain. The race spans 23 stages, demanding all-around performance from the peloton — from sprinters to climbers to all-rounders. Grand Tour contenders typically target the general classification with stage wins as a secondary goal.
Every WorldTour team fields a roster of specialists tailored to the course profile. Riders will compete using equipment from a small number of approved manufacturers, with all bikes, computers, and power meters meeting strict UCI technical regulations.
Race Class
Grand Tour
The three Grand Tours (Giro d'Italia, Tour de France, Vuelta a España) are the most prestigious stage races in professional cycling. They are held over three weeks and award the most prestigious jerseys in the sport (maglia rosa, maillot jaune, maillot rojo).
Equipment That Powers The Peloton
WorldTour teams use specialized equipment for vuelta a españa. Here are the most common products you'll see on the start line:
Garmin Edge 1040 Solar
Battery: 45h (with solar: 100h+)
Wahoo Roam V2: A Worthy Garmin Alternative?
Battery: 17h
Favero Assioma DUO: Rechargeable, Dual-Sided, and Reliable
Battery: Rechargeable Li-ion, 50h
Wahoo KICKR Core: The Mid-Range Smart Trainer Sweet Spot
Battery: Mains-powered
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