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REGISTER NOW FOR 2026 TOUR OF GEORGIA GRAN FONDO AND GET A FREE EVENT JERSEY!

The Tour of Georgia Gran Fondo will take place on Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Helen. The event offers three routes feature steep and challenging climbs, quiet country roads, scenic views, and thrilling descents. Lock in NOW to get a custom event jersey from SUAREZ and the BEST price!

REGISTER NOW FOR 2026 TOUR OF GEORGIA GRAN FONDO AND GET A FREE EVENT JERSEY!

WHAT TO EXPECT AT 2026 TOUR OF GEORGIA GRAN FONDO

3 Routes: Gran (90 miles), Medio (66 miles), Piccolo (25 miles).
Timed segment competitions
Bike EXPO at the start in downtown Helen at La Cabaña Mexican Restaurant
Post-event party with beers from Papst and Allagash Brewing Company along with food from La Cabana Mexican Restaurant or Bangkok Haus.
Opportunity to qualify for 2026 USA Cycling Gran Fondo National Championships
Staffed aid stations with individually-packaged food options
Finish Line Party with hot post-event meal and cold drinks
Finisher medals for all courses and categories
Custom SUAREZ Winner's kits for Gran Route Age-Group Winners
"Mid Pack Attack" Prize from Wahoo
U23 Rider Offer by Shimano: To provide young riders with more opportunities to compete, U23 riders can register for any Series event for half price.
Prize Raffle, featuring up to $5000 in prizes from Series sponsors
Event Photos

WHAT TO EXPECT AT 2026 TOUR OF GEORGIA GRAN FONDO

THREE ROLLING & SCENIC COURSES

Starting and finishing in Helen, GA, all three routes feature steep and challenging climbs, quiet country roads, scenic views, and thrilling descents.

Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, Helen is the third-most visited town in Georgia, renowned for its unique Bavarian-themed architecture and stunning natural surroundings. Just a two-hour drive from major airports in Atlanta, GA, and Greenville, SC, the town serves as the perfect backdrop for this exhilarating cycling event.

Participants can choose from three distinct routes: the 90 Mile Gran Route, the 66 Mile Medio Route, and the 25 Mile Piccolo Route. Each course offers a mix of steep climbs, serene country roads, breath-taking views, and thrilling descents, providing cyclists of all skill levels with an unforgettable experience.

Experience Southern hospitality with a Bavarian twist! A smaller peloton, compared to other GFNS events, also helps create a tight-knit family atmosphere on road and at the post-ride party with your choice of food from La Cabana Mexican Restaurant or Bangkok Haus.

THREE ROLLING & SCENIC COURSES

The 25 mile Piccolo route contains 1,730 feet of climbing for younger, novice and beginner cyclists. The 66 mile Medio route contains 6,890 feet of climbing and is ideal for intermediate cyclists or those who are still building base endurance for the 2026 season. The 90 mile Gran route packs in 8,974 feet of climbing.

TIMED SEGMENT RACING

With timed-segment competitions, your overall time from start to finish does not matter. Only the timed segments count.  Your overall, and age group rankings are determined by your combined time for all timed segments on the route you choose.

Time Section #1; Counts for Gran and Medio riders
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31508224

Time Section #2; Counts for Gran and Medio riders
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31508230

Time Section #3; Counts for all riders
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31508242

Time Section #4; Counts for Gran riders
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45536051

TIMED SEGMENT RACING

LODGING & ATTRACTIONS

Hosted in Georgia’s Bavarian Alpine village nestled in the heart of the north Georgia Mountains. Helen was a highlight during the Tour of Georgia pro race and Gran Fondo National Series is excited to partner with Helen to bring our riders to this premier mountain town! Helen is nestled in an amazing riding location, has great accommodations, and offers many family friendly experiences.

Helen has more than 200 specialty shops. The routes winds through National Forest lands and crest big mountain gaps with spectacular views of the vast National Forest lands. In addition to the European-inspired shops and restaurants in Helen, Unicoi State Park is an incredible place to visit nearby.

Choose between staying in downtown Alpine Helen for the bustling atmosphere and retreating to a peaceful mountain getaway. Options include charming bed and breakfasts, alpine-themed motels, cozy cabins, vacation rentals, or a luxury boutique hotel.

For more information, please visit: https://helenga.org/lodging

LODGING & ATTRACTIONS

QUALIFY FOR #GFNATS

The 2026 USA Cycling Gran Fondo National Championship event will be held at Gran Fondo Maryland. To compete in the National Championship category riders must qualify (see qualification criteria). Riders do not need to qualify to participate in Gran Fondo Maryland. All normal Maryland Gran Fondo routes (Gran, Medio, Piccolo) are open to all riders to register and do not require qualification.

EARN SERIES POINTS

Riders can earn Series Points through participation and results in Series owned and partner events. Your top 3 results count toward the season-long points competition. Series Champions are awarded at the final event of the season.

QUALIFY FOR #GFNATS

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.

FRIENDLY COMPETITION WHILST ENJOYING A SOCIAL RIDE

SOLO, TEAM AND AGE CATEGORIES AWARDS

Timed segments are typically 4 for Gran route, 2 for the Medio route, and only section 1 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.

SOLO, TEAM AND AGE CATEGORIES AWARDS

RESULTS, AWARDS AND PRIZES

4 Timed Sections in the Gran Route – Best Combined Time Wins
Custom “Race Winner” cycling kit from SUAREZ for all Gran Route age group winners
Podium ceremony and awards for Gran Route, top 3 by age group and sex
Podium ceremony for Medio and Piccolo Route, top 3 by age group and sex
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.

BONUS: Earn an extra raffle ticket by wearing any Gran Fondo National Series jersey during the event!

RESULTS, AWARDS AND PRIZES

EXPORT 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 3 aid stations along the Gran route, 3 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.

EXPORT SUPPORT

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 KICKR ROLLR
Med Massager Products
Monari Federzoni premium balsamic vinegar
Ekoi sunglasses
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

THE RAFFLE

POST RIDE PARTY!

After exploring this incredible region, riders will return back for well-deserved festivities at the finish line, complete with great food from food vendors and breweries and more fun.

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.

Gran Fondo National Championships riders who finish Top 5 in a competition category (male and female by age group) will be invited to the podium presentations. National Champions will be awarded 2026 USA Cycling National Champion jerseys.

Awards presented three deep for each category for fastest section times. Custom produced Gran Fondo Event Winners kits will be awarded to the fastest riders in each age category of the Gran Route 100-mile event.

Whether hanging out for your chance to step onto the podium, win an awesome raffle prize, or just enjoy some great beers with fellow riders, the post ride part is a fun time for all!

POST RIDE PARTY!RIDERS PHOTOS

REGISTER NOW and SAVE!

Prices go up February 18th, register now for the best price and secure a FREE event jersey from SUAREZ!

For more information, please visit: https://www.granfondonationalseries.com/gran-fondo-georgia or click the link below to register now.