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This hugely popular ride allows cyclists to escape the cold and kick-start their season with a sunny ride on quiet roads and rolling hills through central Florida

The 11th edition of the hugely popular Gran Fondo Florida takes place on March 29th, 2023 across Pasco County, where average temperatures are in the sublime 70’s this time of year. Gran Fondo Florida is a fun and challenging event for cyclists all of abilities. Whether you’re a novice or very experienced road rider, there’s a distance and format for you to enjoy. The unique timed section format provides both a competitive and all-inclusive social experience for all.

While Gran Fondo Florida is arguably the “easiest” event of the Gran Fondo National Series based on total elevation gain, the nonstop rolling hills makes it the hardest gran fondo in Florida and rewards riders who can work well in groups

Three Distances for all Abilities

Cyclists can choose from 3 distances; the 35-mile Piccolo Fondo (1,428’ EG), the 60-mile Medio Fondo (2,233’ EG) and the 100-mile Gran Fondo (3,099’ EG). 

There’s a distance to suit any ability level and early season form - or lack thereof!

Ride with your Friends, Race with your Friends

Riders can compete solo or as a team, while also regrouping and riding at a more relaxed pace with others between timed sections to and enjoy the views! 

There are competitions for overall male and female victories, as well as age group competitions for males and females. The team competition is won with the combined time of a team’s fastest three riders. Bonus seconds are awarded for additional team members who finish, meaning there’s a benefit to bringing a larger team. 

Solo, Team and Age Group Prizes

Riders can compete solo or as a team, while also regrouping and riding at a more relaxed pace with others between timed sections to and enjoy the views! 

There are competitions for overall male and female victories, as well as age group competitions for males and females. The team competition is won with the combined time of a team’s fastest three riders. Bonus seconds are awarded for additional team members who finish, meaning there’s a benefit to bringing a larger team. 

Reuben Kline series director commented, “Any cyclist, of any ability, can challenge themselves while enjoying a safe and exciting bike ride, make new friends, grab some great swag, enjoy being looked after, and maybe even win a prize or two - either through raffle prizes or on our podium! Come and give it a try and I guarantee you won’t be disappointed. Stay fit and have fun! Miles mean Smiles! Our Florida event comes at great time in the season for riders to get in shape. There will be great food and cold beers waiting for you at the finish line party! Don’t miss the raffle with amazing prizes from our series sponsors. It worth sticking around for!”

As with all Gran Fondo National Series events, riders benefit from fully stocked aid stations and SAG support to keep them going and a locally-prepared post-ride meal for a fun recovery. Ride with confidence on the marked and marshalled course, supported by law enforcement, safety moto’s, mechanic and sag vehicles, as well as feed stations staffed through local youth police program.

Whether you’re a novice or an elite road rider, there’s a distance, format and lots of FUN for you!

Results, Awards and $5,000 Raffle

All 4 segments count for Gran route. Sections 1, 3 & 4 count for Medio route, and only section 3 counts for Piccolo riders.

- Awards presented three deep for each age group category for fastest section times
- Custom SUAREZ “Race Winner” jerseys for all Gran Route age group category winners
- Awards and Prizes for Gran Route winners
- Awards and Prizes for Medio and Piccolo winners
- For the Gran Fondo Route there is the team prize. Teams must have three or more riders to qualify. Team riders are still eligible for individual awards

The Gran Fondo Florida raffle features more than $5,000 of prizes from Series sponsors, and ALL riders are eligible to win. Earn an extra raffle ticket by wearing any Gran Fondo National Series jersey during the event!

The raffle is held after the awards. Raffle winners must be present to win!

Qualify for 2023 USA Cycling National Championships

Riders can qualify for the 2023 USA Cycling Gran Fondo National Championships, to be held during the Gran Fondo Maryland in Frederick, MD on September 17th, 2023.

For more information, please visit: https://www.granfondonationalseries.com/gran-fondo-florida

Registration fees increase on February  18th, register NOW and SAVE!

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