Ecuador's most important adventure race opens a new era backed by a globally expanding automotive brand.
Quito, Ecuador — Huairasinchi, a cornerstone of adventure racing in Ecuador and one of the most respected events on the Adventure Racing World Series (ARWS) circuit, is proud to announce Chery Himla as its new Title Partner for the next two years. The race will be officially known as Huairasinchi Chery Himla, marking a milestone in the history of adventure racing in the country.
Chery, an internationally recognized automotive brand with sustained global growth, joins through its Himla pickup truck — a product whose values of strength, exploration, and teamwork align naturally with the spirit of this race.
23 Years of History and a New Chapter Ahead
Santiago López, Race Director of Huairasinchi Chery Himla, shared his thoughts on this new partnership: "We are passionate about this sport and we have been betting on adventure in Ecuador for 23 years. 2026 is special because we are signing an alliance with a globally relevant brand like Chery through its Himla pickup. This partnership strengthens the development of Ecuador's most important adventure race and one of the most recognized in the world. New stories will be born from this race, and we are starting a fresh, exciting path with many more years of adventure ahead for Huairasinchi Chery Himla."
An International Race on the World Stage
The 2026 edition of Huairasinchi Chery Himla, taking place from December 4 to 6, reaffirms its international standing. The 3-day category will serve as a qualifier for the ARWS Adventure Racing World Championship 2027 in Croatia, while the 24-hour category will act as a regional qualifier for the South American Adventure Racing Final in Paraguay 2027. The country's top teams will represent Ecuador at the two most prestigious events on the regional and world adventure racing calendar.
Four Categories for a More Inclusive Race
Huairasinchi Chery Himla embraces a wide range of athletic profiles through four competition formats:
8 hours - Pairs competitors, on foot only. The perfect entry point into adventure racing.
12 hours - 4-person teams combining mountain biking and trekking.
24 hours - 4-person teams with mountain biking, trekking, packrafting, and ropes. Regional qualifier for the South American Final, Paraguay 2027.
3 days - The elite format for the most experienced teams, with mountain biking, trekking, packrafting, and ropes. World qualifier for the ARWS World Championship, Croatia 2027.
The Venue: A Well-Kept Secret
True to one of its most iconic traditions, the location of Huairasinchi Chery Himla will remain undisclosed until just days before the race. The anticipation surrounding the route and setting is part of what makes this event truly unique.
For more information about the Huairasinchi Chery Himla visit; https://huairasinchi.com/
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