After last week announcing that the Tour of the Gila 2009 may not happen, event organiser Jack Brennan announced that the race will continue this season. It's welcome news for the local community, and despite financial difficulties, the 23d edition of this race will be held from April 29 to May 3, 2009. The prize list will be reduced by 15 per cent for all categories, and the search for a title sponsor continues.
Brennan said in a statement that, "Since the announcement that the race was facing financial difficulties, which might force cancellation of this year’s event, we have been gratified by the outpouring of support from the local community, and the racing community at large. Many people have stepped forward to help make up the financial shortfall.
