10 Reasons why you should Ride the 2025 Boone Gran Fondo!
The Boone Gran Fondo p/b Capua Law Firm is back this August 3rd 2025, one of the most fun courses in the entire Gran Fondo National Series.
1. Beat the Summer Heat
Boone is a perfect summer escape into the North Carolina mountain’s, its mild summer temperatures, quiet roads and stunning scenery provide the ideal setting for a rewarding cycling experience.
2. Special Accommodation Deals
Receive 15% off your stay at Comfort suites by choice hotels and a complimentary 6:00am ‘Early rider breakfast’!
Receive 15% off your stay at Fairfield suites by Marriot hotels and a complimentary 6:00am ‘Early rider breakfast’!
3. Stunning Courses
One of the most fun courses of the entire series, the Boone Gran Fondo twists and turns through wooded climbs and descents before returning to the party atmosphere of downtown Boone, North Carolina.
There are three distances on offer, the 94-mile Gran Route has 4 timed sections and 8,433 feet of climbing, the 57-mile Medio route has 3 timed sections and 5,432 feet of climbing, and the 24-mile Piccolo Route has 2 timed sections and 2,366 feet of climbing.
Riders of all abilities are welcome at the Boone Gran Fondo. Whether aiming for a personal best time or enjoying a leisurely ride through the countryside, the event offers something for everyone.
All routes travel through the Blue Ridge Mountains showcasing the area’s natural beauty.
4. Friendly Competition whilst Enjoying a Social Ride
The timed segment format allows riders to be social and competitive within the same event.
During the timed segments, cyclists who choose to compete can "show their strength" and record fast times. When you’re outside those timed sections, everyone has the opportunity to regroup, ride together, enjoy the beautiful scenery, relax, and stop at aid stations.
No racing license is required, and support includes fully stocked aid stations and SAG support to keep you going.
5. Solo, Team and Age Categories Awards
All 4 timed segments count for Gran route. Sections 1, 2, & 3 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 winners kits for all Gran Route age group category winners
- Awards and for top 3 riders in each age category for Gran, Medio and Piccolo winners
- Finisher Medals for Gran, Medio and Piccolo finishers
- 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.
6. Expert Support
As with all Gran Fondo National Series events, there are full stocked feed stations on all routes to keep you fed and hydrated, with individually-packaged food options.
There will be 4 aid stations along the Gran route, 2 on the Medio, and 1 on the Piccolo (about every 20-25 miles). Food and water will be provided in single-serving packages. We will provide Water, Heed sports drink, Soda, Hammer Gel, Hammer Bars, Bananas, Clementines, Cookies, Chips, Fig Bars, and other items.
Aid-Station will have bathrooms.
Ride with confidence on the marked and marshalled course, supported by law enforcement, safety motos, mechanic and sag vehicles, and staffed feed stations.
7. The Raffle
In addition to the thrill of the ride, more than $5,000 in prizes will be awarded from Series sponsors, with all riders eligible to win. Not everyone can be fast, while we give great prizes to the winners, we also have great prizes in our raffle. The only rule: you MUST be present to win!
- Stay at Garda Bike Hotel in Italy
- Wahoo ELEMNT ACE Computer
- Wahoo KICKR smart trainer
- Monari Federzoni premium balsamic vinegar
- Ekoi sunglasses
- Lazer helmet
- Industry Nine wheelset
- Cane Creek components
- Swiftwick socks
- Bike Flights travel voucher
- Shimano products
- CTS Trainright Membership
- Jittery Joe’s Coffee
- UNDRBUDR anti-chafe cream
- Ride with GPS Premium Membership
8. Riders Photos
The pros from Icon Media will be out taking photos at multiple locations around the course. Event photos will available for purchase a few days after the event.
Share your accomplishments with family and friends.
9. Qualify for the National Championships
Cyclists can also qualify for the 2025 USA Cycling Gran Fondo National Championships, to be held during Gran Fondo Maryland in Frederick, MD on September 14, 2025.
10. The Post Ride Party!
The Boone Gran Fondo HQ is Capua Law Firm on South Depot Street in downtown Boone, where riders will enjoy a festive atmosphere with an Expo and music.
It has a supportive, family feel, particularly when everyone gathers for great local food, cold beer, and fantastic raffle prizes after a challenging and competitive ride.
Register NOW and SAVE!
Registration is open, but with just over a month to go you'll need to hurry to secure a place on this epic challenge across the High Country of North Carolina!
Prices go up on July 21st, so register now and save!
For more information and to register for the Boone Gran Fondo, visit https://www.granfondonationalseries.com/gran-fondo-boone or click the button below to register now.
