Gran Fondo World Tour® Announces North American Destinations

Three Gran Fondo's in North America gives cyclists, both men and women, a shot at the overall ranking and the chance to win $36,000 USD in cash prizes

Andorra, February 14th 2018 – The Gran Fondo World Tour® Series has released details of three Gran Fondo's taking place in North America.

With these three events, it fully opens the door for North American cyclists to compete for the final overall prizes, worth $36,000 US dollars, one of the largest prize pots for amateur cyclists in the world.

The cash prizes are split equally between men and women and each will receive $10,000 USD (1st place), $4,000 USD (2nd place) and $2,000 USD (3rd place) respectively in the final overll rankings.

The overall men’s and women’s winners will also earn their right to wear the Men’s Gran Fondo World Champion® Yellow Jersey and the Women’s Gran Fondo World Champion®  Pink Jersey.

Participants accumulate points for completing or finishing in the best time, at any of the participating events worldwide. For the final overall rankings, it’s the best results from at least three events. By taking part in just one event a rider will be included in the rankings.

2018 GFWT North American Calendar

Date Event Location Link to Official Website
March 24, 2018 Saddleback Spring Gran Fondo California, USA saddleback-spring-classic-gran-fondo
August 5, 2018 Bluewater International Gran Fondo Ontario, Canada bigf.ca
September 16, 2018 Rollfast International Gran Fondo Indiana, USA rollfast-gran-fondo

It’s important to note the Saddleback Spring Gran Fondo (100 miles) in California and the Bluewater International Gran Fondo (93 miles) in Ontario are non-competitive events. This means that they will provide the same points for all Gran Fondo distance finishers of 1,000 points. By completing in both Gran Fondo distances in these events competitors can reach 2,000 points.

It is the Rollfast International Gran Fondo in Indiana, "the fastest Gran Fondo in the world", which is the competitive distance where you can compete for 1,000 points, giving North American cyclists the opportunity to step onto the Gran Fondo World Tour® podium. 

The only other event in the series where more points are on offer is the Styrkeproven in Norway where 1,100 points are available in the 335 mile (540 km) ultra Gran Fondo distance.

For more information on the race points and how those go towards the final ranking, please visit: granfondoworldtour.com/race-points

For more information on the full series of 12 events worldwide, please visit: granfondoworldtour.com

Three Gran Fondo's in North America gives cyclists, both man and women, a shot at the overall ranking and the chance to win $36,000 USD in cash prizes

 

About the Saddleback Spring Classic Gran Fondo 

Come out and experience Orange County’s best bike ride! 

The Saddleback Spring Classic Gran Fondo, March 24, 2018 in Irvine, CA has a ride distance for you no matter what your experience or fitness level may be. You'll enjoy the best of what Orange County has to offer while "Pedaling to Cure Pediatric Cancer". All participants will get an amazing finisher’s medal and event T-shirt to memorialize your day, with an option to upgrade to a one of a kind event cycling jersey.

With five routes to choose from; the 1 mile Kids Fondo, 15 mile Family Fondo, 35 mile Piccolo Fondo, 50 mile Medio Fondo and the 100 mile Gran Fondo (GFWT qualifying distance), so you can select the best course for your ability. All of the courses will provide you a day to remember with fully-stocked rest stops supplied with snacks, gels, bars, carbohydrate/electrolyte drinks and water to keep you fuelled and energized.

Once back to the finish all participants will be treated to a BBQ from Smoqued BBQ and an ice cold brew from Firestone Walker. Did your ride work up a thirst? We’ll have an option to purchase an ice cold beer at the finish line too with all of the money going to the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation.

Participants will really have the best of all courses on the 100 mile Gran Fondo with a trip through Santiago Canyon before traveling through Rancho Santa Margarita on their way to San Juan Capistrano and then a beautiful trip down the coast to San Clemente and the turnaround at San Onofre State Beach. This course has approximately 5100 feet of elevation.

Register NOW and SAVE 10%!

Please use the discount code: WORLDGF on check out and save 10% when your register online.

For full information please visit: http://www.renegaderaceseries.com/saddleback-spring-classic-gran-fondo

Please use the discount code: WORLDGF on check out and save 10% when your register online.

 

About the Bluewater International Gran Fondo

The Bluewater International Granfondo (B.I.G.), August 5, 2018, is a signature cycling event for all levels which starts and finishes along the shores of scenic Lake Huron at Mike Weir Park in Sarnia, Ontario. B.I.G. utilizes timed sections which is a format that prevents chaotic starts but still allows competitive juices to flow. This format allows all riders to receive a competition time while also being able to regroup with friends upon completion of the timed sections.

Riders can cool off with a refreshing swim in Lake Huron prior to relaxing to live music courtesy of Offsite Impact, one of Lambton County’s finest 5-piece Rock and Roll bands, while enjoying a well-deserved beer or soft drink along with some very tasty food. The event has raised $50,000 raised for Palliative Care and the first Lambton Palliative Care Retreat as event expands and hosts the Ontario First Responder Road Cycling Championships. The event WILL sell out in advance for a third year running.

Fore more information and ot register, please visit: bigf.ca

the Bluewater International Gran Fondo

 

About the Rollfast International Gran Fondo

Since the inception of the Rollfast Gran Fondo, September 16, 2018, it's been a fast ride. The course is flat and sheltered from most wind by tall Indiana corn.

So fast in fact, that there is a Sub4 and Sub5 club for riders who complete the 100 mile ride in under 4 and 5 hours. 

To keep the pace high the Gran Fondo is paced the entire ride by the B.O.M.B Motorcycle club. A dozen sweet, custom and very loud Harley bikes lighting it up to ensure the lead two groups had the road, stopping traffic, for ALL 100 miles.

This is as close as it gets to experiencing a flat Grand Tour stage with full support.

Again, this is the competitive distance where you can compete for 1,000 points, giving North American cyclists the opportunity to step onto the Gran Fondo World Tour® podium.

For more information and to register, please visit; rollfast.us/rollfast-cycling/rollfast-gran-fondo

the Rollfast International Gran Fondo

 

The 2018 Gran Fondo World Tour® Series Calendar

The 2018 Gran Fondo World Tour ® Series consists of 12 events worldwide across five continents giving cyclists many opportunities to compete for the final overall prizes, worth $36,000 US dollars, one of the largest prize pots for amateur cyclists in the world.

For more information on the full series of 12 events worldwide, please visit: granfondoworldtour.com

 
Tag: gfwtseries
 
Sep 18 2023 - NEWS: Gran Fondo World Tour® networking event at Sea Otter Europe
Sep 07 2023 - NEWS: Register Now for 7th Annual Veloturk Gran Fondo
Jul 29 2023 - NEWS: Register Now for the 2023 Gran Fondo Falkensteiner Borik
Jun 29 2023 - NEWS: Get your free ticket for Sea Otter Europe Costa Brava Girona
Jun 01 2023 - NEWS: Register now for the 7th annual La Ciclobrava by Orbea
Jun 28 2022 - NEWS: Italy’s Marche Region launches 2nd edition of 5 Mille Marche Cycling Festival this October
May 18 2023 - NEWS: 10 reasons to attend the Sea Otter Europe Costa Brava Girona by Continental 2023
Jun 10 2023 - NEWS: Italy’s Marche region launches 3rd edition of 5 Mila Marche
Jun 04 2023 - NEWS: 20th edition of the Cyclotour du Léman a huge SELL OUT!
Jun 01 2023 - NEWS: The Sea Otter Europe Costa Brava Girona on the verge of being sold out
May 30 2023 - NEWS: 2nd edition of the Gran Fondo Encamp Pas in Andorra a Sell-out!
May 21 2023 - NEWS: 6,400 cyclists take part in the 2023 Gran Fondo World Tour ® Championship
Apr 19 2023 - NEWS: 54th edition of Styrkeproven takes place June 17-18, 2023
Mar 30 2023 - NEWS: Cyclotour du Leman and Trilogie de Maurienne next stops on the World Tour
May 05 2023 - NEWS: Gran Fondo Encamp Pas de la Casa takes place this May
Sep 24 2023 - EVENT: Continental Ciclobrava
Sep 29 2023 - EVENT: Ang Khang KOM Challenge
Sep 30 2023 - EVENT: Gran Fondo Apollo-Aphrodite
Oct 21 2023 - EVENT: Gran Fondo Falkensteiner Borik
Oct 22 2023 - EVENT: Amashova Durban Classic
Nov 04 2023 - EVENT: Veloturk Gran Fondo Cesme
Dec 10 2023 - EVENT: Chiang Mai Gran Fondo
 
Tag: bluewaterinternationalgranfondo
 
Jul 16 2019 - NEWS: Hunter Allen of Peaks Coaching Group to Speak at Bluewater International Granfondo
Dec 04 2018 - NEWS: Register NOW for the 4th Annual Bluewater International Granfondo
May 13 2018 - NEWS: Former pro Canadian Alex Stieda keynote speaker at Bluewater International GranFondo
Dec 17 2017 - NEWS: 3rd Annual Bluewater International Granfondo confirmed for August 5th 2018
Feb 14 2018 - NEWS: Gran Fondo World Tour® Announces North American Destinations
Aug 06 2017 - NEWS: Bluewater International Gran Fondo a HUGE Hit
Jul 26 2017 - NEWS: Bluewater International Sells Out Again
Jul 10 2017 - NEWS: Only 50 Spots remain at Sellout Bluewater Gran Fondo
Jan 18 2017 - NEWS: Bluewater International Gran Fondo set for Expansion in 2017 and beyond
Sep 01 2016 - NEWS: Sold Out Inaugural Bluewater International Gran Fondo Already Looking to 2017
Aug 01 2016 - NEWS: 500 Riders Complete Inaugural Bluewater Gran Fondo
Jul 15 2016 - NEWS: Inaugural Bluewater International Gran Fondo Closes With Full Registration Ahead of July 31st
May 04 2016 - NEWS: Bluewater International Gran Fondo joins the Giordana Gran Fondo National Series
Apr 03 2016 - NEWS: The Bluewater International Gran Fondo
Aug 01 2016 - RESULTS: 500 Riders Complete Inaugural Bluewater Gran Fondo
 
Tag: rollfast
 
Sep 15 2019 - NEWS: Perry and Coy de Vega set new course records at Rollfast Gran Fondo World ® Championship
Sep 08 2019 - NEWS: $3,000 USD in Prizes on Offer at the GFWT Championship Hosted by Rollfast
Jul 10 2018 - NEWS: Rollfast Gran Fondo the North American finale of the Gran Fondo World Tour
Aug 02 2019 - NEWS: Rollfast awarding ZIPP 404 wheels to top male and female finishers!
Jun 16 2019 - NEWS: The World’s Fastest Fondo gains three new Sponsors
May 29 2019 - NEWS: Rollfast Announces New Venue For the World’s Fastest Fondo
Jul 17 2019 - NEWS: Rollfast release winners Jersey ahead of Gran Fondo World Tour Championship
Oct 18 2018 - NEWS: Rollfast International Gran Fondo Builds on Momentum
Apr 16 2018 - NEWS: North America ready for the next stop of the Gran Fondo World Tour ®
Jan 30 2018 - NEWS: Rollfast 8x8 Challenge to Take Place in Brown County, Indiana
Jan 10 2018 - NEWS: Jeff Worrell to Emcee 2018 Rollfast International Fondo
Jan 06 2018 - NEWS: Mark Your Calendars for the 2018 World’s Fastest Gran Fondo
Feb 14 2018 - NEWS: Gran Fondo World Tour® Announces North American Destinations
Sep 26 2017 - NEWS: VIDEO: This is how we Rollfast
Feb 10 2017 - NEWS: Your chance to join the 100 mile SUB4 or SUB5 club
Sep 17 2014 - RESULTS: Rollfast Gran Fondo
 
Tag: saddlebackspringclassicgranfondo
 
Feb 18 2018 - NEWS: Register NOW for the Saddleback Gran Fondo and SAVE 10%!
Feb 14 2018 - NEWS: Gran Fondo World Tour® Announces North American Destinations