This year’s event adds a 75-mile gravel grinder.
January 30, 2025 – Registration is open for the 19th Annual Day of the Tread, presented by Sandia Resort & Casino, and benefitting non-profit organizations that serve New Mexico’s children. The event is scheduled for October 25 and 26, 2025. New in 2025 will be the edition of a 75-mile route at the Bosque Boneshaker Gravel Grinder.
In the last 18 years, more than 30,000 people have participated in the annual fundraising event. Since its inception, the event has raised nearly $900,000 for area non-profit organizations. Day of the Tread is known for its fun Day of the Dead-inspired costumes that are seen on the roads and trails surrounding Albuquerque every year. This year’s event brings back the favorites including:
- The Bone Shaker Gravel Grinder, sponsored by Leaders of Enchantment, will be held on Saturday, October 25th. In addition to the 75-mile route, there are 17-, 31-, and 50-mile options.
- The road cycling events will be held on Sunday, October 26, 2025. There are 7-, 18-, 25-, 47-, 55-, and 100-mile routes. Tandem categories are available for the 25-, 47-, 55-, and 100-mile routes.
- The 12-mile Rail Runner Family Ride includes a ride on Albuquerque’s train, the Rail Runner. Families ride 12 miles to the train station and then take the train back.
- A 4k Walk around Historic Old Town.
- Live entertainment throughout the event.
- The start and finish area will be in the Sawmill District of Albuquerque, anchored by the Sawmill Market Artisanal Food & Beverage Hall, just north of Historic Old Town.
One of the highlights and favorite recharge zones is at El Pinto, located in Albuquerque’s scenic north Valley. El Pinto has supported the event every year since its inception and serves up their famous sopapillas with honey and has a live Marimba band to greet all participants.
Last year, people from 22 states and two foreign countries participated in the event. A video link that shows the event can be seen at dayofthetread.com.
“Fall is a magical time of the year in New Mexico,” said Mark Gundlach, Day of the Tread Founder. “Crisp mornings, vibrant sunshine, the smell of green chile roasting and leaf peeping are some of the highlights participants can expect. Additionally, seeing so many people out in costume makes it a truly unique cycling experience, whether on the road or the trails. We hope you’ll check it out and join us.”
For more information, sponsorship opportunities and to register, go to DayoftheTread.com
