GFNY Magazine Summer 2015

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5 A WARM WELCOME TO THE 5TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CAMPAGNOLO GRAN FONDO NEW YORK AND 1ST ANNUAL GFNY CHAMPIONSHIP! First, we would like to thank the 62 of you that have joined us every year over the last five years and completed the long route of Campagnolo GFNY. Not only did you put your confidence in us from year one, but you also accomplished finishing 100+ miles in all kinds of weather conditions each May. We are truly grateful for your trust and applaud your determination.

The four-time 100 mile finishers will wear limited edition jerseys at this year’s 5th edition. Look out for a unique design on the back. Those are the wheels in the peloton with the most Campagnolo GFNY experience. Stick to one of them and you will be set up for a great day.

Whether this is your fifth Campagnolo GFNY or your first: congratulations on being part of the inaugural GFNY Championship.

Many of you have joined us at our GFNY World events to qualify for an elite racer corral start or just to experience GFNY in other parts of the world. We’ve worked hard to compile a set of amazing events and unforgettable experiences around the world, so if you haven’t checked out GFNY World events yet, now is the time!

GFNY’s motto from the start in 2011 has been “La Corsa La Fanno i Corridori” - The Racers Make the Race. Thank you for making GFNY what it is!

Lidia and Uli Fluhme

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TABLE of CONTENTS

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GFNY WORLD

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GFNY ITALIA

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GFNY COZUMEL

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GFNY MONT VENTOUX

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GFNY WORLD TRAVELS

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THE IDEAL GEAR

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GFNY IN NUMBERS

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SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

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NYC BIKE EXPO

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TIME SHEET

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MAP

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CLIMB PROFILES

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RULES

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BIKE NUMBER, WRISTBAND AND JERSEY NUMBER

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CATEGORIES

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IMPORTANT

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RACE MORNING

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GETTING TO THE START

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GEORGE WASHINGTON BRIDGE

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FINISH

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FAQ

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GRUPPO SPORTIVO

MAGAZINE DESIGN: BLAIR STELLE; COVER: ALEX OSTROY

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GFNY WORLD Season 2015/16 OVER 10,000 ATHLETES TOOK PART IN THE INAUGURAL GFNY WORLD SEASON EVENTS 2014/15 IN ITALY, COZUMEL-MEXICO, PUERTO RICO, BARCELONA, COLOMBIA AND NYC. THE SECOND ANNUAL GFNY WORLD SEASON IS SET TO ATTRACT 15,000 RIDERS FROM OVER 80 COUNTRIES.

At each GFNY event, you can expect:

• The chance to qualify for the elite starting corral at the GFNY Championship in NYC

• Closed roads or police moderated traffic with right of way at all intersections

• The chance to do your best on a challenging course without having to worry about anything but riding

• Chip timing, results and rankings

• Competition prizes across all age groups for podium winners

• Uniform set of rules

• Great participant and family experience

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Gran Fondo New York was founded in 2011, when we brought the authentic Italian amateur bike racing event granfondo to the world’s greatest city. Granfondo was created in Italy in 1971. It is a cycling marathon where athletes compete against each other, themselves and the clock, and do their best as a personal challenge.

The 2015/16 season kicks off at the legendary Mont Ventoux in France on June 28. Test yourself on one of the most iconic climbs in the world. Wear-Design GFNY Mont Ventoux finishes atop the “Giant of the Provence”.

On September 20, GFNY Italia is back in the coastal town of Terracina, one hour south of Rome. Race one of the most beautiful courses in the world and enjoy the great sights, food and wine that Italy has to offer during your stay.

GFNY Cozumel is your ticket to sun, fun and paradise on November 22. Only in Cozumel you can find the

stunning beachside roads, challenging trade winds and a Mariachi fiesta atmosphere.

The cycling-fanatic province of San Luis is host to not only the top-tier pro race Tour de San Luis, but also to the inaugural GFNY Argentina on December 6, 2015.

Expect GFNY riders from all over the world to compete in the midst of the Southern hemisphere summer.

Ever wonder why Colombians are such fierce climbers? Test yourself with them on their home turf at CRM GFNY Colombia on April 10, 2016 in and around the country’s capital, Bogota. No other granfondo reaches higherthe peak of La Cuchilla climb hits 3356m / 11,010ft.

The 2015/16 season culminates with the GFNY CHAMPIONSHIP in NYC at the sixth annual international Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York on May 15, 2016. Secure your spot when registration opens on May 18, 2015.

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GFNY ITALIA

BY OMAR TEJADA

IT WAS A NO BRAINER. The minute the announcement came, I knew we would be leaving for Italy in September. Yes, that is “we” not “I”, because my fiancée Mayra loves to get on the bike as much as I do. What better GFNY ride than one taking place in the homeland of Gran Fondo with the opportunity to face Italians on their home turf? None. Seriously.

Training for GFNY Italia began the minute GFNY 2014 ended.

As soon as I crossed the finish line, hugged my family, and shared a drink with some guy named Stephen Roche, my mind was already across the pond. My fiancée and I trained this past summer and although I had a great couple of months, she crashed and fractured her hand. But no worry, she is tougher than Andy Hapsten climbing Passo Gavia in the snowstorm at the ‘88 Giro and made it to the start line of GFNY Italia. With

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training complete and passports in hand, we boarded the plane and headed over to Italy.

This wasn’t our first go around in Italy. We had been here about a year and half ago. Although it was just our second time there, it somehow felt like home. Terracina was easy to reach via car, about an hour and a half from Rome’s airports - or less if you drive the Italian way - fast and skillful.

Mayra and I decided to stay just down the street from the start line in Casa Yvorio where we couldn’t be happier with the service we received. This charming hotel had a secure parking space for our rental car, delicious home cooked meals and great room space. The next morning, GFNY’s Lidia and Uli gave us an awesome bike tour around the region, full of endless quiet country and farm roads. Most fascinating was the respect for

cyclists on the road – it felt like we had the right of way all the time. There’s no better feeling for a cyclist. Remember, I come from NYC and let’s just say at home it’s survival of the fittest more often than not. Cycling in Italy really spoils you.

After our bike tour we headed off to check in for GFNY Italia. The check in process was as easy as it is at Gran Fondo New York. You show your ID, they look you up, hand you your bib number, give you up your timing chip, and size your jersey.

Quick and efficient. The rest of the day was spent relaxing and setting up for the next morning.

The day of the Gran Fondo began with an early breakfast prepared by Marco at the hotel and a final bike check. The weather was perfect: sunny and in the high 70s. It took us less than two minutes to arrive at the start line. We found Lidia and Uli at the front of the start so we lined up right alongside them. Arriving a little early gave us a few minutes to look around. The start was jam packed with excitement and many local racing teams, many more than I remember seeing at GFNY. You could see them coming from afar, everyone together in a continuous flow of colors. It makes you realize pretty quickly that this is going to get serious way earlier than usual. Right on cue, Uli turns to me and says “There will be a fight for the front from the get go. Watch the waves as they come.”

The lead motos took off (these are the same guys who lead the Giro d’Italia, it’s serious here) and I waved bye to Mayra who would start her race once the front pack sprinted off. Within seconds my heart rate spiked and the speed was at 28+ mph. Uli was right: the first 10km of the race were “neutralized” but the pace is high nonetheless.

I’m used to fighting for the front lead in the first few miles at GF New York, where the elite group of riders are a small percentage of the whole peloton. But here in Italy at GFNY Italia, I looked around and it was easily 95% of the peloton. There is no letup. You either hold on or get spit out. I grit my teeth and held on!

As we rolled to the base of the first climb everything suddenly turned into slow motion.

My adrenaline spiked as I saw a rider two wheel lengths in front of me tip over to his left. I immediately knew the domino effect was coming.

Four riders crashed ahead. S*it! All these months of training are about to come to an end right here.

The rider in front of me barreled over the road block of bodies. I quickly turned right. As I turned, two more riders begin their free fall to the ground.

Crap! Six riders caused a barricade. I quickly turned left and find a tires’ width of space to slide through. I held my breath and powered through.

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Miraculously I made it out of there, on my bike with no problems except the peloton had been split in half.

I bunched up quickly with a group of about 10 riders. The peloton was gone. We try hard to speed up the first beautiful big climb, Sperlonga, and soon we thinned each other out. In the United States, we have very few climbs with switchbacks and long vistas. But here in Italy, they are bountiful. As we climb, a family in a parked car yells out to us “Due Minuti! Due Minuti!”

Damn it. I looked over to my right, further up the climb across the valley and it confirmed the family’s call: what two minutes down on the main group looks like.

With the climb up Madonna della Civita behind us, I caught on with a big group of about twenty. We rolled full steam ahead for the next 12 miles (20 km). As we approached the split for the medium course, I began to notice a shift from the group.

They were lining up on the left side of the road. Maybe they knew something I didn’t? We had been hammering away and I assumed we all were committed the full way. I wondered why we went so hard with the biggest climb of the day looming. Little did I know the group I was with was doing to the medium course.

19 riders turned left at the split. One rider went the Gran Fondo route, Me. It was going to be a long solo finish.

If I told you my morale level didn’t sink, I would be lying. We worked hard and now I faced the Vallecorsa climb, just over 10 miles (17 Km) long, on my own. The largest climb we have back in New York is Bear Mountain at 5 miles (8 km). So this one is twice the length of any climb I have ever done. While it isn’t a

“Amazing towns, friendly locals and lots of committed riders! I’ll admit that I was apprehensive after first committing to GFNY Italia.

The idea of international travel with my bike and riding in a country where I speak little of the language– it was overwhelming. I’m really glad that didn’t hold me back, because this experience has really pushed me to a new level.”

—JARED SKOLNICK Read Jared’s full account at flywheelfred.com.

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tough climb, it is very long. If you attack it hard, it will sap your power with its length not its grades.

Vallecorsa goes on forever through beautiful towns and villages. I kept battling my way up the climb and reached a small town where a few locals lined up chairs to enjoy the show of racers coming through. One person got up and ran alongside me carrying a cup of cold water while encouraging me in Italian. It was the best cup of cold water I had tasted in a while. Bless you my friend! It was an uplifting moment for me at a pivotal point while riding all by myself.

With Vallecorsa behind me, it was all downhill. I wound my way through twisting turns and open roads. Speeds as high as you are willing with people cheering you on as you go. I used up more energy than I should have on the descent as I remembered the final 12 miles (20 km) are flat with some rollers. The rolling hills suck my energy more than I feel comfortable with. Racing alone is a mental game. You need to continually keep motivating yourself. I imagined I was on a long solo breakaway from those 19 who did the medium course. I even looked back a few times to see if my imaginary chasers were coming. Then finally I see a red sign. 10 km to go!

New energy reserves filled me. I tucked into the drops and grit my teeth once again. Speeding along the coastline, I knew I was getting close to the end. The race loops back onto itself in the final few kms and the signs keep coming: 5km to go, then 500 meters, 400 meters. Tick. Tick. I imagined my chasers were on my heels and I couldn’t let them pass me. With less than 100 meters to go I see a police officer.

He spots me coming fast and starts to hold off all traffic. I scream past him and see the finish line. Pushing the pedals as hard as I can, I cross the line with a big yell “YEAHHHHHHHH!!!!”.

I won. I didn’t win in the traditional sense such as being first across the line. But I won my own race. I left it all out there and I could barely talk while hugging my fiancée. Lidia and Uli hung around to see me finish which was fantastic as well. We made our way to the post-race ceremonies. Lidia would end up finishing second overall in the women’s category for the long course. Mayra also did not leave empty handed, taking third in her age group. I couldn’t have been more proud considering the low she had gone through with her fractured hand earlier in the year. We enjoyed the pasta and beer with lots of smiles and laughter.

The beauty of traveling to Italy and racing GFNY Italia is that it gives you the feel of what a Gran Fondo should be about. In the U.S. you get “rest stops” for water/food but in Italy it’s always just a quick grab’n’go. You don’t get off the course to get your water. Instead, it’s right on the course because the idea is to get you to the finish line without wasting precious time. I love that.

Once you complete this race, for the rest of your stay Italy is just a big playground. Mayra and I ended up spending another week in the Liguria region enjoying some more riding and lots more vacationing. GFNY Italia is the perfect way to end the riding season. ●

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GFNY COZUMEL CYCLING HEAVEN IN PARADISE

BY VICTORIA GONZALEZ

PERSONAL EXPERIENCES AT GFNY COZUMEL - THE #1 GRAN FONDO IN MEXICO

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HERE ARE MANY WORDS to describe a moment, yet nothing truly compares to living the unexpected emotional highs of the “First Gran Fondo in Paradise”: GFNY Cozumel. Cozumel has become a well-known sports tourism destination, especially for cycling. Home to the uniquely breathtaking 12-mile (20km) cycling path that allows you to ride along the Caribbean Sea, the Island stands out among other destinations for its safe, family oriented atmosphere.

Should I start by sharing the multiple Caribbean blues that welcome you when arriving by plane at Cozumel’s international airport or by ferry at the main downtown pier? Or, maybe I should indulge you with the warmth of its breathtaking sunrises and romantic sunsets along its powder white sand beaches.

Describing the flavor of rich Mexican food would

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only tempt your hard-earned appetite. But detailing the many water and land activities offered: deep sea diving; swimming with dolphins; releasing baby turtles and visiting Mayan pyramids nestled into the jungle, would have you booking the next flight.

GFNY Cozumel’s first edition on November 23rd, 2014 was host to over 1,000 athletes from 28 different nationalities, ready to tackle the course that included the “King of the Wind” (“KOW”) challenge – a tropical version of the King of the Mountain. Many may ask themselves how challenging strong winds can be compared to steep mountains. I dare you trying it for yourself before you attempt to answer.

I was able to meet many of the participants through the different activities organized by GFNY Cozumel. One thing everyone agreed on was how easy it is to arrive to the Island. Traveling here is so simple because Cozumel has its own international airport, with direct flights from around Mexico and many cities in the USA. Plus, Cancun’s International Airport is a 15 minute flight away or a 45 minute ride to Playa del Carmen’s ferry pier with trips to the Island several times a day. We loved that both cater to you and your bike’s needs.

Once here, the first activity on the weekend’s agenda was the GFNY Cozumel EXPO at Park Royal Village, just a short bike ride from any of the recommended host hotels. The Expo was the one-stop destination to register, pick up the goody bag, browse and shop the multiple national and international brands, sign your name on the giant, pro-style “sign in wall”, as well as get your bike fine-tuned, and most importantly, a chance to purchase official GFNY Cozumel gear.

The goody bag included: bike number plate and bib number with your name, the official water bottle, energy food, a waterproof cycling wallet and of course, the highly anticipated official GFNY Cozumel 2014 jersey: made in Italy by Biemme and designed in New York City by Alex Ostroy and GFNY. GFNY Cozumel participants also received a copy of the official GFNY Cozumel magazine. Even though a digital copy is distributed by email before the race, it’s great to have the printed version to review all information on-site about the race course and days’ happenings,, like the Italian-inspired carbo-loading dinner at Mr. Sancho’s Beach Club and the post-race party madness at Sr. Frog’s.

Friday was the first day of activities, with the pre-race expo and GFNY Cozumel packet pickup opening. Hundreds of athletes, family and friends checked out the expo and stocked up on any lastminute race gear and even GFNY Cozumel teeshirts, arm warmers, bib shorts and more.

On Friday evening, as the sun was setting, GFNY Cozumel cyclists, their families and friends headed to the carbo-loading dinner at the idyllic Mr. Sancho’s Beach Club. Mr. Sancho’s is a bit out of town along a road without lights, arriving by car/taxi was highly recommended. By 7pm, the festivities were in full swing. Staff warmly greeted and directed everyone to the many buffet stations for dinner. There were two types of pasta, a chicken dish and salad.

Everyone also received one free drink with the meal and any additional drinks were available for purchase. All the guests told us that they left satisfied, refueled and ready for the big challenge looming ahead.

The day was incredible! An enjoyable and memorable way start to the GFNY Cozumel weekend!

The second day of activities began with a warmup ride with Olympic legend Nelson Vails and Mexican Tour de France racer and multiple stage winner Raul Alcala. The day also included filming and interviews with Mexico City’s TVC Deportes channel, ESPN, local journalists and Zap Espinosa from Road Bike Action magazine.

While mingling with the many avid cyclists visiting the expo, Shaun Gad and Miguel Gonzalez, cofounders and organizers of GFNY Cozumel, were exuberant at the turnout and excitement in the air.

Shaun said, “We are dedicated to bringing a safe, fun, and competitive race for everyone to enjoy. A Gran Fondo is all about the challenge and setting

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personal goals. We want to help everyone achieve those goals and become stronger and faster while also having fun at our race. We have such deep passion for cycling and we love the Paradise Island that we call home, Cozumel, and want to share this cycling heaven with the world’s cyclists, which is the reason why we organize GFNY Cozumel.” It’s no surprise that GFNY Cozumel is now known as the #1 Gran Fondo in Mexico.

I saw some blown away expressions when in the starting corrals, minutes before take off, the voice of Frank Sinatra filled our ears with “New York, New York”. The song so appropriately echoed out of the long line of speakers, and had us cheering, when in a distance the music was interrupted by the sound of an Army Force helicopter as it slowly approached.

“You’re on TV!” exclaimed the renowned announcer of the WWF, Rick Domansky, followed by his magic words “Are you ready to ruuumble.”

The lead motorbikes were in the front of the whole peloton, prepared to lead us out as soon as the Mayor, the State President of the Sport Division and the State Navy Captain, gave the signal with the countdown and wave of the checkered flag. It was then that I took a moment to look around, confirming the obvious, as media flashed cameras and spectators, friends and family cheered; there were many hearts pounding in an adrenaline packed, exhilarating high.

Incredible how the Island’s perfect measurements, along with the passion of the community,

allow you to feel like it’s your personal cycling playground. One lap around the Cozumel is 50 miles (80 km) and two laps 100 miles (160 km), the ideal middle distance and long distance to engage the spirit.

RACE COURSE HIGHLIGHTS Starting downtown in front of City Hall, the massive green wave of cyclists began riding South towards the hotel zone, all the way to the other side of the Island and the first aid station, with amazing tasting homemade rice cakes, gels, fresh fruit, among other refueling treats.

Aware that the KOW challenge had begun when encountered by the Caribbean trade winds, some participants took shelter in pace line formations while others were left alone to battle it out by themselves. For sure the stunning beach views were not the only thing taking their breath away.

Returning to the town center, groups of cheerleaders and local families of all ages, yelled words of encouragement that kept everyone going towards the North of Cozumel.

Heading towards the finish, Medio Fondo riders were passing the screaming fans, accompanied by the music of a live band, and hearing the announcers calling out their names, making them feel like they just won the Tour de France. Strong willed Gran Fondo riders still had another loop of the Island to go.

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with cold towels, refreshing cold drinks and fresh fruit to fill up your energy before being received by the news reporters, who took interviews for TV coverage.

Entertainment was present at all times, with a live music band playing favorite tunes, while men dressed up in decorative Mayan Bird costumes danced near the life-sized GFNY Cozumel logo.

Prizes included Cervelo bikes for the overall male and female winners, as well as the male and female KOW challenge winners. Some of the $50,000 worth in prizes included official winner medals, Biemme winner’s jerseys, Limar GFNY racing helmets and Diamonds International jewelry. Two 7-day Royal Caribbean Cruises for couples were raffled among all present participants.

After the race, all the cyclists and their families and friends celebrated at the post-race Pasta Party at Senor Frog’s. There were raffle prizes awarded throughout the afternoon and evening to athletes as they came to refuel at Senor Frog’s and take part in the evening’s festivities.

In the words of Uli Fluhme, CEO of Gran Fondo New York “GFNY Cozumel was amazingly well organized by the local team and received full support by the local, regional and even national government officials. The roads on the island were fully shut down for the riders, 500 volunteers were on hand and everyone came out to cheer and support the athletes. The GFNY Cozumel riders truly were treated like Pros on this day.”

There is no doubt that the Island’s natural beauty and the weekend full of activities played a key role in the enthusiasm that made the inaugural GFNY Cozumel so spectacular. “Sporting events in Cozumel have been very popular and this year was no exception. We were privileged to hold the first edition of GFNY Cozumel and its cyclists from around the world wearing their signature neon green jerseys filling the streets of Cozumel with determination and enthusiasm”, said Juan Gonzalez Castelan, Director of Tourism.

Join us at GFNY Cozumel on November 22nd, 2015, for another take on this Mexican family fiesta. The second edition promises to surpass the first: 2,000 participants that will include cycling icons, celebrities, entrepreneurs, socialites and sport aficionados and most importantly you, all riding the cycling heaven in Paradise. .

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GFNY MONT VENTOUX The Wear-Design GFNY Mont Ventoux kicks off the 2015/16 GFNY WORLD season with a remarkable experience in France’s top destination, Provence. The race is staged in Vaison-la-Romaine and finishes atop Mont Ventoux, one of cycling’s most iconic mountains. The long route is 87mi / 140km and has 11,500ft / 3500m of climbing. The medium route is 71mi / 115km long and has 9,800ft / 3,000m of climbing. Both routes travel over several cols and finish on the 6,237ft / 1,912m-high Mont Ventoux. From there, riders enjoy a relaxed post-race descent back to Vaison-laRomaine to take part in the finish festivities.

Mont Ventoux means “windy mountain” and has two distinctive features: one, while the base has ample trees and vegetation, the top of the mountain is bare limestone, which provides striking

imagery. And two, it towers over nearby hills and dominates the entire region with its presence. With the fastest recorded ascent of 55:51 min, climbing Mont Ventoux will challenge every cyclist, particularly because the 13mi / 21km ascent marks the final challenge of the race.

The ascent from Bedoin that the GFNY route takes is the classic way up the mountain. It has an elevation gain of 1612m and an average gradient of 7.5%. This doesn’t sound too bad but when you break the climb down into its three obvious sections, it paints a different picture.

From Bedoin at 300m it is 5.5km to St. Esteve at 541m.

This gives an elevation of 241m and an average gradient of just 4.4%. So where does the reputation come from? The next section

“PHYSICALLY, THE VENTOUX IS DREADFUL. BALD, IT’S THE SPIRIT OF DRY: ITS CLIMATE MAKES IT A DAMNED TERRAIN, A TESTING PLACE FOR HEROES, SOMETHING LIKE A HIGHER HELL.” ROLAND BARTHES, FRENCH PHILOSOPHER AND BIKE RACING FAN 22

through the infamous forest has the answer: from St. Esteve at 541m it is 9.5km to Chalet Reynard at 1417m. This gives an average gradient of over 9% for the whole of this section. It is also worth noting that this 9% is not constant as there are a few sections as low a 7% and many over 11% and 12%.

The last 6km from Chalet Reynard are much easier than the forest section but also much more exposed and weather dependent. This section is frequently very windy. However, quite often a nice tail wind will help you to the top. After Chalet Reynard there is a short steep section followed by a noticeable drop in gradient with an average of approximately 7% for the next 4.5km. The last 1500m are steep again at 10%, but by then you won’t really care.

Like all GFNY World events, Wear-Design GFNY Mont Ventoux sets out to provide riders and their families an extraordinary experience. While the Mont Ventoux is the undisputable star, the event has so much more to offer.

The typical Provençal villages constructed in stone and their plazas adorned with fountains attest to the region’s heritage of art and history. Vaison-la-Romaine is no exception. It’s a medieval town equally known for its Roman ruins, situated at the bottom of Mont Ventoux. There are weekly Provençal markets (every Tuesday) filled with up to 450 stands in the summer season (arts and crafts, local goods, food stalls of all kinds, produce, textiles, etc).

It sprawls out over the main squares and streets of the town and is an ancient tradition dating all the way back to 1483.

As part of the race’s schedule of activities, you can expect a memorable stay in Vaison-la-Romaine. There is a two-day pre-race expo with vendors in cycling, local goods, truffles, wine and more.

Also, there is a two-day Mont Ventoux-themed art exhibition. On the Friday evening before the race, there is a free live concert by the popular French trio Namaspamous held in the center of Vaison-la-Romaine. On Saturday, Isabelle from Les Confitures d’Isabelle is leading a presentation and jam making class at the expo. On Saturday and Sunday children can watch Roman Exhibitions and take photos with gladiators.

The race starts at 7:30am in Vaison-la-Romaine and the timing finish is at the top of Mont Ventoux. From there, cyclists descend Mount Vetoux and ride 10km back to Vaison-la-Romaine. The celebratory finish line and handing out of finisher medals are inside the Ancient Roman Amphitheater of Vaison that was built in 20AD. The Awards Ceremony begins at 4pm in the Amphitheater with a 15-minute Roman Exhibition followed by overall and age group podium awards. Entrance to the ancient Roman grounds is usually granted only by paying a ticket fee, but for the race, admission is free for all cyclists and spectators. The post-race meal is served at the same location as the expo and will offer “daube provencale”, Provençal stew.

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Your GFNY World Travels

BY LIDIA FLUHME, PRESIDENT OF GFNY CONGRATULATIONS ON MAKING THE DECISION TO TRAVEL TO A GFNY WORLD EVENT! And thank you for joining us. The below guide aims to help you prepare for your international trip to ride a GFNY World event.

SELECT A GFNY WORLD EVENT There are many factors that will drive your race decision process: time of year, distance from your home, destination, unique features of the race, your travel companions, seeing a part of the world you haven’t seen yet, travel costs, ease of travel, etc.

As part of your research, get more information about the

host city, the nearest airport, expected weather, ground transportation options, local bike shop(s), tourism attractions, hotel options and cycling routes in the vicinity.

GFNY World events make it a fun trip for everyone. We know how tough it is to spend a day waiting in a parking lot with nothing to see or do in a small town with nothing to offer except the race itself. GFNY World events are located in attractive tourism destinations for the whole family. This way not just the cyclist has fun, but there are good options for non-cyclists as well.

MONTHS LEADING UP TO RACE DAY After you’ve determined the GFNY World event of your choice, book your flight and hotel. Check the airline’s policy for flying with a bike or check if the race offers bike rental (tip: try Spinlister,com).

We always recommend flying with your bike because it’s the only way you’re guaranteed to have exactly the model and size of the bike you want, with your desired components, saddle and pedals.

Keep up with any race-related news by checking their website or Facebook page and reading the email news. If you have any question that isn’t answered by the website, email the race organization so you can be best prepared for the race and your visit.

Get out and ride! Get in the mileage and the climbing needed to prepare you for the race you’ve selected.

PACKING Always be ready for all kinds of weather, and prepare clothing options for on and off the bike. Even if you’re heading to a tropical destination, you may need a sweater in air-conditioned stores or restaurants as well as a rain jacket.

Check the highest altitude on the racecourse and bring all possible layers. If it’s pouring at home, you probably won’t go out for a ride. But if you travel to a race, you will probably start, even if the weather is bad. So make a tough day a little easier by

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having the right gear.

I always travel with a floor pump, spare tires, spare tubes, and tools. For warmth, I bring emergency mylar blankets, extra headgear, extra gloves, extra cover socks.

Don’t forget your preferred sports nutrition.

Create a checklist if you’re worried about forgetting something.

To be on the safe side, pack a set of clothing, cycling shoes, pedals and helmet in your carry on, just in case any of your luggage gets lost or delayed. If you are really picky with your saddle, don’t check it in either.

HAVE A GREAT TIME AND MAKE FUN MEMORIES Traveling is exhausting, and arriving at your destination is exciting. You’ve spent a lot of time planning and preparing for the trip. Enjoy all the fun stuff that your destination has to offer. But allow some time for rest & relaxation before race day. Get good sleep, this will be the key to feeling good on race day.

Ride parts of the course to get comfortable with your new environment. You can learn a lot about your destination after just a short ride: how steep are the climbs in general, how tricky are the descents, are the roads in good condition, are there flat windy sections, maybe the traffic pattern is different, what are the road signs like, etc.

Enjoy the atmosphere of the expo and the race. Race week is thrilling because you get to be surrounded by likeminded people, all brought together to one place at the same time with the same goal: doing their best at the race.

A race may challenge you or thrill you. You may come away from a race feeling like it changed you. Or maybe it wasn’t the race as much as the whole trip that was so enjoyable, maybe a memorable family bonding experience or some fun tourist attraction that took your breath away. Either way, take lots of pictures and make memories.

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THE IDEAL GEAR Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York is a one-day race that not only has a challenging course but also can present challenging weather conditions. Temperatures can range from 40F/5C at sunrise on the George Washington Bridge to 85F/30C in the afternoon at the finish. While three out of four editions of GFNY were held in beautiful weather, the 2013 edition will long be remembered as extra tough due to unseasonably cold temperatures and relentless rain.

We’ve created this guide to help you prepare for the big day. Proper clothing is a deciding factor when it comes to your race day experience and safety. Smart apparel choices will make the day unforgettable for the right reasons.

Our event motto BE A PRO FOR A DAY includes all of the GFNY gear: we are not taking shortcuts when it comes to materials and fit. You will be wearing the same quality apparel as a professional cyclist.

RIDING TO THE START AT 4.30AM Most riders ride to the start when it’s still dark – and cold. There are three items that will help you stay warm without adding too much bulk when you take them off later.

GFNY Headgear: This simple piece of fabric provides a variety of uses from hat, to headband, to facemask or scarf. If it’s particularly cold, wear one on your head under the helmet and the other as a facemask.

GFNY Spring Gloves: These are the ideal gloves because they are not as thick as winter gloves but warmer than half finger gloves. Grippy material on the inside prevents slipping off the bar and three fingers on each hand are touch pad enabled so you can continue using your smartphone.

GFNY Cover Socks: Born out of the harsh climate of spring racing in Belgium, these foot protectors are comfortable without dragging down your feet with weight. The polyester material fits snugly around the shoes to prevent flapping or bulk.

GEORGE WASHINGTON BRIDGE – THE WAIT A wind jacket or at least a vest should be part of your race equipment, no matter the forecast. The GFNY vest and jacket are Made in Italy by Biemme. Both are wind protecting and water repelling, which can make the difference between miserable and comfortable.

While rain will never be an issue during the wait on the

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lower deck of the George Washington Bridge, the wind will always be. Keep in mind that you are waiting over one hour in a wind funnel at 200 feet above the Hudson River.

The air is still cold without the sun’s heat and the chilly wind is constantly blowing.

GEORGE WASHINGTON BRIDGE – THE START Stash your GFNY vest or jacket before the start if it’s sunny. Riding in the protected peloton at high intensity will get you warm within minutes. If it’s raining, keep it on.

ALPINE HILL If you are still wearing a protective layer, open it before tackling Alpine Hill, the first climb of the day. Ideally, you are wearing only a base layer, GFNY race jersey and arm warmers.

The GFNY race jersey is made by Biemme in Italy. Its lightweight and fully breathable fabric ensures that you stay comfortable when sweating. The best temperature regulator is still the good old zipper. We opted again for the full zipper because it provides the greatest variability and makes putting on and taking off the jersey much easier.

The cool morning air most likely calls for arm warmers. The GFNY arm warmers not only match the jersey perfectly, but are also made of the warmer Roubaix fabric for that little bit of extra protection. Roll them down when you get too warm.

BEAR MOUNTAIN

CHEESECOTE

When climbing, you are riding at a slower speed and the wind doesn’t feel as cold. Get rid of any extra layers that you’re still wearing, including jacket, vest, hat, buff, arm warmers or warm gloves. We added the two trash pockets on the sides so you don’t end up with a sticky wrapper on your jacket.

Unless it’s a truly warm day, put on your vest or jacket for descending. Your body will be warm after the climb but wind chill from descending combined with lack of effort, can cool you down in under a minute, making it uncomfortable.

The race has been going on for 60 miles/100k but you are still comfortable if you chose a good bib short such as the GFNY bib shorts by Biemme. The bibs have the FX13 Pad, which offers a perforated system that avoids over-heating and accumulation of humidity.

9W By the time you are back on (in)famous Route 9W, temperatures can exceed 80F. Lower the zipper on your jersey to let air cool your core. But make sure it’s closed for a great finish picture.

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GFNY IN NUMBERS

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languages spoken at GFNY

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paid staff to make Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York happen.

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number of cars usually traveling on the lower level of GWB between 10pm and 9am on a Sunday

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Request from an athlete to park his bike at the start on George Washington Bridge overnight

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page views per year on gfny.cc

40,000,000 Value in USD of bikes at GFNY

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number of category 2-5 climbs at GFNY

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Number of governmental approvals for GFNY

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MILLION people living within a 45-minute drive of the GFNY finish line.

number of riders at the inaugural GFNY World series

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SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

FRIDAY MAY 15 11AM-8PM NYC BIKE EXPO Penn Pavilion

7th Avenue at 33rd Street

(401 Seventh Avenue) 11AM-8PM Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York

Mandatory race packet pickup, same location

SATURDAY MAY 16 11AM-6PM NYC BIKE EXPO Penn Pavilion

7th Avenue at 33rd Street

(401 Seventh Avenue) 11AM-8PM Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York

Mandatory race packet pickup, same location

SUNDAY MAY 17 5AM Opening of start area on lower

level of George Washington

Bridge (civil twilight 5:02am, sunrise 5:34am) 6:15AM Closing of start area on lower

level of George Washington Bridge 7AM

Start of Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York and GFNY BEAR

11AM

Start of festivities at the GFNY Finish Village in PIP Park, Fort Lee, NJ

11AM-2PM

Return transport from Bear Mountain for GFNY BEAR riders

3PM

Start of Awards Ceremonies at the GFNY Finish Village in PIP Park, Fort Lee, NJ

5PM

Course closes

7PM

End of festivities

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PACKET PICKUP & NYC BIKE EXPO (YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY CAN JOIN YOU AT THE EXPO. THE EXPO IS FREE ADMISSION AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.)

NYC BIKE EXPO IS THE LOCATION FOR RACE NUMBER, TIMING CHIP, WRISTBAND, JERSEY AND GOODIE BAG PICKUP. ADVANCE PICKUP OF YOUR RACE MATERIALS IS MANDATORY. PACKET PICKUP CAN ONLY BE DONE IN PERSON. PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO REGISTRATION OR PACKET PICKUP ON SUNDAY.

WWW.NYCBIKEEXPO.COM

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GETTING YOUR RACE PACKET Your materials are organized by your race number.

At the entrance, check the board for your assigned number. Sign in on the pro-style sign-in wall.

Next, sign the Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York waiver. In return for the signed waiver you get your registration materials and the wristband that allows you access onto the course and also serves as your meal ticket.

After that, you can proceed to pick up your registration materials. You will receive your bike number plate (with attached timing chip), a jersey bib number, your jersey in the size you ordered, your GFNY backpack, a bottle of GFNY wine by T. Edward Wines,

your Elite bike bottle, the race poster and this GFNY magazine in print.

If the jersey you ordered doesn’t fit you, the jersey exchange booth carries a few spare jerseys. The jerseys are supposed to fit tight.

For packet pickup there is no need to bring a printed confirmation. Simply bring a passport or driver license or another government-issued ID for identification purposes.

DATES & HOURS Friday, May 15: 11am-8pm Saturday, May 16: 11am-8pm

NYC BIKE EXPO NYC Bike Expo brings two days of all things road cycling to NYC. 50 vendors showcase, sample and sell their products and services. Check out www. nycbikeexpo.com for more information. Admission is free and open to the public.

DATES & HOURS Friday, May 15: 11am-8pm Saturday, May 16: 11am-6pm LOCATION Penn Pavilion in midtown Manhattan at 33rd Street and 7th Avenue, across from Penn Station and Madison Square Garden (401 Seventh Avenue)

GETTING THERE

BIKE ILLUSTRATION: EDWARD BOATMAN

NYC Bike Expo is situated in the heart of Manhattan. It has convenient access to public transportation (trains, subways and buses).

BIKE Free, secure bike parking on-site.

You will be able to check your bike in with security staff.

SUBWAY Closest subways are A/C/E, 1/2/3 , N/R/Q, all at 34th Street

PARKING EDISON PARKFAST at 451 9th Ave (between 35/36 St) (212) 502-4885 Text ahead: (917) 525-2316 EDISON PARKFAST at 245 W 28th St (between 7/8 Ave) (212) 684-9704 Text ahead: (917) 525-2227 35

TIMESHEET LANDMARKS START George Washington Bridge Henry Hudson Drive Start climb Alpine NJ-NY-Stateline Piermont- Aid Station 1 Nyack Rockland Lake Haverstraw - Aid Station 2 Stony Point Start Climb Bear Mountain Finish Climb Bear Mountain - Aid Station 3 Mott Farm Road Start climb Colle Andrea Pinarello Finish climb Start climb Cheesecote Finish climb Pomona - Aid Station 4 South Mountain Road Strawtown Road West Nyack - Aid Station 5 Sparkill Henry Hudson Drive Start climb Dyckman FINISH FORT LEE

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7:10 7:30 7:40 7:45 7:55 8:15 8:30 8:35 9:00 9:25 9:25 9:45 10:00 10:05 10:10 10:15 10:25 10:30 10:40 11:00 11:15 11:30 11:55 12:05

7:10 7:40 7:55 8:10 8:20 8:40 9:00 9:05 9:40 10:10 10:10 10:40 11:00 11:10 11:15 11:20 11:30 11:40 12:00 12:20 12:40 1:00 1:20 1:45

7:15 7:55 8:20 8:40 8:50 9:25 10:00 10:10 11:00 11:40 11:40 12:30 1:00 1:10 1:15 1:30 1:50 2:00 2:30 3:00 3:30 4:00 4:40 5:05

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ANNUAL

CAMPAGNOLO GRAN RULES TH

1. Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York (“GFNY�) is a bike ride where riders are individually timed.

2. Entry 2.1. The entry to GFNY is open to riders aged 18 or older. Registration is done online at www.granfondony.com.

Online entry closes at 6,000 riders or on May 10, whichever comes first. After that, any available entries will be sold at NYC Bike Expo on May 15 and 16. GFNY has the sole discretion over entry numbers and cut off dates.

2.2. Riders who are serving a ban by a federation for a doping violation will be refused. Riders who have served their ban are allowed to ride in the event but will not be timed and not be in the results.

2.3. Each rider has to ensure that his/her health condition is sufficient for the event.

2.4. Each rider is responsible for having sufficient insurance coverage.

GFNY may offer additional insurance at its sole discretion.

2.5. Entries are not refundable, transferrable or deferrable. No rider shall be entitled to an entry fee refund in case of disqualification.

2.6. GFNY reserves the right, in its sole and complete discretion, to deny entry, to revoke the entry application of any applicant at any time, and/or to disqualify any individual from the Event.

3. Equipment 3.1. Bike: any technically serviceable roadworthy bicycle is permitted. The following are not permitted for safety reasons: tandems, prone bicycles, recumbent bikes and bicycles with chair seating (except for challenged athletes), penny farthings or mono cycles. Unsafe bikes can be banned at any time during the event.

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3.2. Triathlon handlebars are permitted IF the rider keeps both hands at the brake levers while riding within 10 meters of another rider. A violation can lead to immediate disqualification. Triathlon bikes are not permitted in the front corrals.

3.3. Helmets must be worn by all riders at all times and have to be securely fastened with a chinstrap at all times while riding.

3.4. Jersey: the official event jersey of the respective year must be worn at all times. No exceptions. Wearing a different jersey will lead to disqualification.

3.5. Bike number: the number plate with the chip timing straps on the back must be attached to the handlebar and be clearly visible from the front at all times. Any alteration of the number will lead to disqualification or the timing chips may not work properly.

3.6. Jersey number: the jersey number must be worn on the jersey pockets, attached by safety pins. Any wrong positioning or alteration of the number can lead to disqualification.

3.7. Wrist band: the wrist band must be worn at all times during the event.

3.8. Riders have to carry at least one spare tube and a functioning pump or CO2 cartridge.

3.9. The use of headphones will lead to immediate disqualification.

4. Start 4.1. The start is at 7am on George Washington Bridge, lower level, outbound lanes. Entry to the start area is only from the designated ramp on the NYC side of the bridge. Riders without their GFNY jerseys, bike number, jersey number, helmet and wristband at the checkpoint will be refused access to the start area.

4.2. The starting corrals close at 6.15am. If a rider is late, he/she will not be able to cross George Washington Bridge on the road or be eligible for competition.

4.3. Start order: (1) VIP: Returning champions from the previous year (overall, age groups, teams), guests (2) Competitive corrals (2.1) Top 10% of each age group of GFNY 2014 and all GFNY World events of the 2014/15 season.

(2.2) Licensed racers in several corrals according to their ranking.

Minimum requirement: Pro, Cat 1-3 Men, Cat 1-2 Women, Cat 1-2 Masters Men, Cat 1 Masters Women and their international equivalent.

GFNY reserves the right to limit the front corral to top 10% finishers at GFNY World events if there are space constraints.

Race corral requests may not be honored after March 31, 2015.

(3.) General GF riders according to their age group (younger to older) (4.) Challenged athletes with handcycles Riders have to start in their designated corral. Riders are allowed to start in a corral further back than their designated corral. If a rider attempts to get in a corral further ahead than allocated he/she will be disqualified.

5. Competition 5.1. All riders are timed by chip timing from start to finish. Overall rankings are determined by gun time. Age group rankings are determined by net (chip) time. Only riders who complete the full GFNY course are eligible for competition ranking and prizes.

GFNY reserves the right, in its sole and complete discretion, to change

the rules if deemed appropriate.

5.2. Categories: 1. overall m/f 2. 18-39 m/f 3. 40-44 m/f 4. 45-49 m/f 5. 50-54 m/f 6. 55-59 m/f 7. 60-64 m/f 8. 65+ f 9. 65-69 m 10. 70-74 m 11. 75+ m 12. under 90 him&her: times of a mixed gender team added. Riders have to be within 30 seconds at each checkpoint. Outside assistance between teammates is permitted and encouraged. No devices to push or drag are allowed.

13. 90 and over him&her: times of a mixed gender team added. Riders have to be within 30 seconds at each checkpoint. Outside assistance between teammates is permitted and encouraged. No devices to push or drag are allowed.

14. Team of four (any gender): times of the fastest four riders of a team added.

15. Vintage: non-competitive category for road racing bikes from 1987 or earlier. Characteristics: steel frame, down tube shifters, brake cables must pass outside and over the handlebars, toe clip pedals, 32+ spoke wheels 20mm deep or less. All Vintage riders must wear the official race jersey and an ANSI/SNELL/CE approved helmet. A jury at the finish will choose the best three vintage bikes and award prizes.

5.3. Prizes will be awarded to the top three in each category. Distribution of the prizes is at the sole discretion of GFNY. Prizes not picked up at the awards will be distributed to other riders. Prizes will not be shipped.

5.4. All protests concerning the order of finish shall be examined and resolved by the chief judge, whose decision is final and without appeal. It is the rider’s responsibility to familiarize himself/herself with the rules of the event and the course before the start.

Taking alternate routes or cutting the course short leads to disqualification from the current competition and to a ban at future GFNY. 6. Abuse 6.1. No rider may be disrespectful toward race directors, officials, staff, riders, volunteers or spectators.

6.2. No rider may use foul or abusive language during GFNY. 6.3. No rider may assault (an unlawful attempt, coupled with the present ability, to commit a violent injury on the person of another) or do battery (any willful and unlawful use of force or violence upon the person of another) to anyone connected with GFNY (including but not limited to riders, spectators, public officials, volunteers, staff, etc.).

6.4. Any of the above will lead to disqualification and a lifelong ban for Gran Fondo New York Inc. events (including but not limited to GFNY World events).

7. Conduct 7.1. Cyclists have to obey all laws of the road including traffic lights and stop signs unless overwritten by police. Violators may be ticketed by local law enforcement and/or disqualified and removed from the event.

7.2. No rider may make an abrupt motion so as to interfere with the forward progress of another rider, either intentionally or by accident.

7.3. Any rider who appears to present a danger to the other riders may be disqualified by GFNY either before, during, or after the event.

7.4. Pushing or pulling or any other physical assistance among riders is prohibited in all categories except the Him&Her categories where pushing or pulling is encouraged. Devices of any sort to pull or push are not allowed.

7.5. Team cars or personal support cars are not allowed.

7.6. If a rider is laying on the ground and is visibly in difficulty, any following rider has to stop and help unless there are already at least three people helping. You may continue if a) the victim is fine or b) medical

personnel has arrived. Help others, you may need help one day.

7.7. Any misconduct with respect to the above will lead to disqualification and a lifelong ban at Gran Fondo New York Inc. events (including but not limited to GFNY World events).

8. Environment GFNY is committed to protecting the environment. Any discarding of trash or food outside the designated trash receptacles at the aid stations or “eco zones� is prohibited and can lead to disqualification and a lifelong ban at Gran Fondo New York.

Any urinating in public is prohibited and can lead to disqualification and a lifelong ban at Gran Fondo New York Inc. events (including but not limited to GFNY World events).

9. Performance Enhancing Drugs 9.1 GFNY is committed to a drug free sport. Performance Enhancing Drugs (PED) are prohibited in preparation for and during GFNY. GFNY reserves the right to enforce doping controls before, during and after the event.

9.2 Any violation of World Anti Doping Association (WADA) rules will lead to disqualification, reclaim of prizes and a lifelong ban at Gran Fondo New York, Inc. events (including but not limited to GFNY World events). GFNY shares positive doping controls with other event organizations as well as the public at large once USADA determined a rule violation.

9.3 If a rider declines to be tested, he/she will be banned.

9.4 A Rider who tests positive at GFNY will have to reimburse the cost of the doping control. Furthermore, such rider has to reimburse GFNY for any damages to its reputation that are a consequence of his/her positive doping control. If the rider is part of a team participating at GFNY, the team can be held liable for this damage.

GFNY participants are highly encouraged to stay informed about PEDs and PED testing. GFNY recommends the USADA Athlete Handbook.

10. Acceptance of Risk All those who ride and compete under these rules do so at their own risk. No liability shall attach to GFNY or any of its officials with respect to any loss or injury sustained or caused by anyone competing or riding in GFNY. 11. Rule Changes Rules can be altered if deemed necessary at sole discretion of GFNY. 41

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BE A VIP AT GFNY DETAILS AT OPERATIONSMILE.ORG/GRANFONDO

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BIKE NUMBER, WRISTBAND AND JERSEY NUMBER The bib number must be attached horizontally on the pockets with safety pins. You are free to choose which pockets you place it on. Usually, you would use the pockets on the non-dominant side of your body, e.g. a righthanded person would put his number on the left and center pockets.

You will receive your race wristband at the expo. Upon providing your signed waiver, the wristband will be attached to your wrist until the end of the event. You are not permitted to remove the wristband. Any wristbands that have been tampered with will be considered void.

The two numbered stickers in your race packet are for your bike and your checked bag. Put the bike sticker somewhere safe on your bike, this sticker will allow you to utilize the secure bike parking at the finish. Attach the bag check number to any bag that you would like to check in on race morning, the bag will be waiting for you at the finish. You might want to put a pair of flip flops or old

sneakers in your check-in bag. You should put the course profile sticker on your top tube by the handle bars. It will provide you with easy reference as to where you are on the course, what is still to come and the upcoming aid stations.

Your bike number is also your timing device. On the back of each number there are two timing chips glued on. In the picture you can see how you should attach your bike number to your bike. The timing chips will only work if you put the number at the front of your bike. The bike numbers cannot be modified or cut, otherwise the timing chips may get damaged and you will not be timed. Please do not bend the number! This will also damage the timing chips and you will not be timed. You must wear the official 2015 GFNY jersey, bike plate, wristband and bib number on May 17. Without these four items, you will not be able to access the GFNY start, timed climbs, aid stations or the finish.

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CATEGORIES OVERALL WINNER

CHAMPIONS JERSEY

The female and male overall winners celebrate with the official Campagnolo GFNY Winner Trophy.

The names of all winners over the years are engraved on it.

Winners of age groups, team, him&her teams and overall receive the Champions Jersey.

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INDIVIDUAL COMPETITION The age groups are: 18-39 male/female 40-44 m/f 45-49 m/f 50-54 m/f 55-59 m/f 60-64 m/f 65+f 65-69 m 70-74 m 75+ m

TEAM COMPETITION

HIM&HER CATEGORY

VINTAGE CATEGORY

Individuals can register as members of a team to take part in the GFNY Team Competition.

• The four fastest times from a team will be added and ranked to determine the fastest team.

• All team member splits are totaled and ranked.

• The podium 4-person teams will be awarded prizes.

• All members of a Cycling Team are eligible for individual age group prizes.

A female and male rider have to cross all check points and the finish line within thirty seconds of each other.

Campagnolo GFNY Vintage presented

by Selle San Marco is a new category.

It allows you to experience the GFNY Championship on a classic road racing bike. As a Vintage Category Rider you have to ride a road bike that is from 1987 or earlier.

Because it’s tough to find two riders of the same ability and fitness, pushing, pulling, dragging, encouraging, shouting and any other means of working together is allowed.

The Him+Her team competion consists of two age categories: • sub-90 and • 90+ years old combined.

Members of a Him+Her team are not eligible for individual age group prizes because rider assistance among team members in this category is permitted.

EVERY FINISHER RECEIVES A CAMPAGNOLO GRAN FONDO NEW YORK FINISHER MEDAL.

Characteristics: • steel frame, • down tube shifters, • brake cables must pass outside and over the handlebars, • toe clip pedals • 32+ spoke wheels 20mm deep or less All vintage riders must wear the official race jersey and a modern helmet – sorry, no wool jerseys or leather (“hairnet style”) helmets.

A jury at the finish will choose the best three vintage bikes and award prizes by Selle San Marco.

Participants in the Vintage Category will also be ranked in the competitive categories Individual/Team or Him & Her. The Vintage Category rewards style and not performance.

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IMPORTANT EMERGENCIES If you are involved in or witness a bike crash or other emergency, DIAL 911. Based on the cell phone tower you are closest to, you will be routed to the closest EMS dispatch center. The dispatch center will ask for the emergency and your location and will route your call accordingly. All local EMS services are on the course and can react at a moment’s notice.

ROAD CONDITIONS The course features fast downhill sections. There are certain descents that are steep, winding and on rough roads. They require technical bike handling proficiency to navigate safely. Stay in your lane, and as far to the right as safely possible. It is your responsibility to know the course that you are riding, and to ride within your skill and fitness abilities.

Please be particularly cautious on River Road at the beginning of the race (mile 2 to 9). The road surface is partly in bad condition. Use your brain and brakes!

DISQUALIFICATION The full event rules are covered earlier in this guide and on the GFNY website. Please familiarize yourself with GFNY rules.

Here are six of the more important points: 1. Littering is strictly prohibited. Any participant seen throwing garbage on the road will be disqualified. Do not pollute the environment. Your GFNY jersey has a pocket at each side for your trash. There are five ECO ZONES along

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the course with large trash cans for disposal on the fly.

2. You must utilize the designated toilets. Do not pollute private or public land. Polluting leads to disqualification.

3. Be courteous to GFNY staff, volunteers, spectators and other competitors. Being disrespectful, offensive or abusive will lead to disqualification.

4. Ride on the route marked by GFNY. We have several checkpoints along the route to verify that all participants are competing the designated course. Cutting the course or taking alternate routes leads to disqualification.

5. Do no accept outside assistance from bandits or unauthorized/private vehicles.

6. If a rider is lying on the ground and is visibly in difficulty, any following rider has to stop and help unless there are already at least three people helping. The rider may continue if a) the victim is fine or b) medical personal has arrived. Help others, you may need help one day.

AID STATIONS The Gran Fondo course will have six aid stations at miles 17, 30, 45, 68, 80 and the GFNY BEAR course will have three at miles 17, 30 and the finish. The stations have a combination of all or some of the following: Bagels with peanut butter and jelly Cake Bananas Salty snacks Electrolyte and calorie drink Coca Cola Water There is no “feeding on the fly”. Use your GFNY ELITE bottles to refill. GFNY is an eco-friendly event. We do not provide cups or bottles.

MECHANICAL SUPPORT

SPECTATORS

Bring two spare tubes, tire levers and a pump with you to be self-sufficient in case you get a flat. Also bring cash with you to be able to purchase any equipment (tubes, air cartridges, tires, chain, etc) if you have any larger mechanical problems on race day.

You should know how to change a flat and have spare tubes and a means to fill a tube with air.

CAMPAGNOLO mechanics will be at the start area in case you need assistance with a mechanical problem on race morning.

CAMPAGNOLO is offering the rolling mechanical support along the GFNY route. If you need help, one of the cars or motorbikes will be out on the course. Wait on the side of the road and wave to a mechanic car or motorbike to get their attention when they drive by.

We recommend that spectators travel as little as necessary to see the cyclists. Many roads will be closed or will have moderated traffic, causing congestion. More cars will add to the vehicular congestion on the course.

CUTOFF There is one cutoff on the course. Because we have the road closure and exclusive use of Bear Mountain only until 12pm, any riders who reach mile 43 (half way up Bear Mountain) after 11:40am will not be allowed to ride to the top of the mountain.

At 11:40am and after, all cyclists who haven’t yet reached mile 43 will be rerouted to board shuttle buses taking them to GFNY Finish Village in Fort Lee, NJ. Even if you are registered to ride 100 miles, if you have not reached mile 43 by 11:40am, you will be routed to board the shuttle bus because you have fallen outside the cutoff.

SPECTATOR SHUTTLE BUS There is a Spectator Shuttle Bus to the GFNY Finish Village in Fort Lee. The shuttle bus runs on a continuous loop making four stops and is free. Pickup and travel times depend on traffic, so there is no preset timetable.

Bicycles are not permitted on the buses.

SHUTTLE BUS STOP LOCATIONS NYC Stop: Fort Washington Avenue, between 177th St and 178th St (near the exit of the A train 175th Street stop) Fort Lee 1: At the Main Street Municipal Parking Lot (bus stop aside 116 Main Street) Fort Lee 2: Inside Guntzer Municipal Parking Lot (serving Guntzer, Center Ave and Gerome Ave Municipal Parking Lots) GFNY Finish Village: PIP Park

GET READY TO MAKE SOME NOISE! GFNY is handing out 20,000 pairs of noisemakers to the GFNY fans along the route. Pick up your pair at your deli, coffee shop, grocery store and local bike shop in the week before GFNY. Or stop by NYC BIKE EXPO on Friday 5/15 or Saturday 5/16 at Penn Pavilion in midtown Manhattan at 33rd Street and 7th Avenue, across from Penn Station and Madison Square Garden (401 Seventh Avenue).

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RACE MORNING The start area opens at 5am. Do not arrive later than 5.30am. It will take time to get everyone on the bridge. Access to the bridge closes at 6.15am. If you arrive after 6.15am, you will have to take the bike path across the bridge and you won’t be in the results.

Make sure to eat breakfast in the morning. Bring your ID, cash, credit card and cell phone with you. Fill up both your water bottles and stow some food in your jersey pockets. There is no food or drink station at the start line.

The bridge is very windy, so bring a vest or jacket with you for wind protection to keep you warm while you wait for the start.

The green GFNY 2015 race jersey by Biemme that you received at the expo is mandatory attire for Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York participants. Any other GFNY jersey or any other jersey is not permitted.

No 2015 race jersey, no start!

Make sure you have your GFNY wristband on. It is your all access pass to the GFNY start on the bridge, aid stations, closed to public roads, post race party and bike & bag check at the finish.

No wristband, no start!

Place the bike number plate at the front of your handlebars and attach it with the provided zip ties. Your bike plate identifies you as an official participant to police and GFNY staff. It also has your timing chips attached to it, and the timing chips will only work if the bike plate is unaltered and attached as instructed.

No bike number plate, no start and no timing!

Put the bike number sticker on your bike where it will be protected and stay on your bike for the entire day.

You can only check-in the clear plastic bag provided by GFNY at NYC Bike Expo. The size of the bag is 15”x18” (38cm x 46cm). Putting a bag into the bag will not be permitted.

You can only put single items in the bag. Make sure that your bag is closed

properly, the bag check number is attached well and the number is clearly visible.

Bag drop is located before the entry to the George Washington Bridge. As you start approaching the bridge access ramp, you will see trucks waiting to collect your bags. There will be one truck for GFNY 100 and one truck for GFNY Bear 50. The bags for GFNY Bear 50 will be handed back to you at Bear Mountain, before you board the buses that will shuttle you back to Fort Lee, NJ. All other bags will be returned at the finish party in Ross Dock. Don’t leave any valuables in the bag because GFNY is not responsible for any wet, lost or stolen items.

Everything must be picked up at the finish by 7pm or it will be discarded.

Because GFNY starts on the George Washington Bridge, only limited setup is permitted. There will be portapotties, EMS, bag check and CAMPAGNOLO mechanics before you get on the bridge. Strict security measures permit only registered GFNY participants to access the start corrals.

Littering (throwing your garbage on the ground) is strictly prohibited anywhere on the course. Littering at GFNY leads to automatic disqualification. On the bridge, any garbage that you throw on the road will end up polluting the Hudson River. Throwing your garbage anywhere on the roads leaves a negative imprint of the event on the communities, and your litter can prevent the event from utilizing the beautiful roads you will ride on during the race in the years to come. Use your jersey’s eco pockets at the side (that’s what they are there for) to put your garbage in, and discard the garbage in a trash receptacle at an ECO ZONE at the aid stations or

at the finish area. One lane serves as the travel lane for emergency vehicles and getting to your corral. The 3-lane inbound direction of the lower level is also closed for the event’s emergency and crew vehicles.

Bike access to the start line is from Riverside Drive and 165th Street. Ride northbound and keep right at all times.

The start corrals are numbered by 500s. The road is three lanes wide. Two lanes will serve as the corral staging area. One lane serves as the travel lane for emergency vehicles and getting to your corral.

The corrals are divided by age groups. If your friends are in your age group, you will be in the same starting corral. However, if you are different ages, you can still start the event together. If you are allocated to different start corrals, the person with the lower bib number can move to a corral with higher numbers, the person with the higher bib number cannot move forward.

The event will start promptly at 7am, rain or shine. We begin the breakdown of the area immediately after the last rider leaves to reopen the roadway for cars.

If you arrive after 6.15am, you must ride your bike across the GWB on the upper level bike path to cross the Hudson River. That can be accessed from Fort Washington Avenue and 177th Street. At 177th St, turn left (heading west). At Cabrini Blvd, turn right (heading north). Go one block. Get on the side walk on the left, the bike path access is half a block down. You will not be in the final results.

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GETTING TO THE START BIKE FROM MANHATTAN TO THE START Bike northbound along the West Side Highway bike path, make a right at 158th St. (There is a metal swinging gate there). You will ride under an overpass, then you’ll see a traffic light. At the light, make a left and go up a slight incline. You’ll then come to a stop sign (sign says 158th St), and make a right at the stop sign. Make the first left turn you can, a 120° left turn onto Riverside Drive. Ride straight on Riverside Drive to access the start corrals. Check out the map below.

TAKE SUBWAY TO THE START A / C / 1 TRAINS TO 168TH STREET

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You don’t need a bike permit to bring your bike on board an NYC subway.

Since your bike won’t be able to fit through the turnstiles, either ask an agent or a friend to help you.

Usually, you go to the agent in the booth and inform them that you are going in with a bike. Have them watch you swipe your metro card and turn the turnstile. Then, they would release the emergency gate so you can walk through.

Check http://mta.info for any weekend service advisories for A,C and 1 subway lines.

DRIVING TO THE START PARKING IN FORT LEE We recommend Fort Lee Municipal Parking Lots, parking fees apply: http://www.fortleeparkingauthority. org/parking-lot-locations The largest and recommended lot is: Guntzer Street Municipal Lot 2030 Guntzer Street Public Parking Spaces: 412 After you parked your car, ride your bike across the GWB bike path (bike path is open from 4am on the morning of GFNY) to NYC. Enter the bike path at Hudson Terrace just before the overpass (50ft past Bruce Reynolds Blvs, make a right).

Off the bridge path, proceed to Fort Washington Ave or Haven Ave to 165th Street. Make a right onto 165th Street and ride down the hill to Riverside Drive. Make a right onto Riverside Drive and ride northbound on Riverside Drive to access the start corrals. Bear right at all times.

PARKING IN MANHATTAN There is limited curbside street parking in the area, check the signs for any parking details, length of stay maximums, and if there are any fees for parking at the specific spot you’re looking at. Website that lists all parking lots in the area: http://www.citidex.com/6093.htm CENTRAL PARKING Go to https://find.parking.com/search/?query=10032 to see Central’s locations nearby and make sure to check their hours of operation.

MPS PARKING 4168 Broadway (at 177th St), New York, NY 10033 T (212) 543-2700 Make sure to check their hours of operation. http://www.mpsparking.com/new-york-parkinglocations.php Ride from your parking garage along Fort Washington Ave or Haven Ave to 165th Street. Make a right onto 165th Street and ride down the hill to Riverside Drive.

Make a right onto Riverside Drive and ride northbound on Riverside Drive to access the start corrals. Bear right at all times.

BIKE PATH ACROSS PARKING IN MANHATTAN

DROP OFF For the safety of cyclists arriving at the start area, and to minimize congestion approaching the start corrals, please get dropped off at one of these three locations: From the south: 153rd Street and Riverside Drive From the north or east: Along Audubon Avenue from 165th Street From the west: Along Lemoine Avenue from Bruce Reynolds Boulevard

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GEORGE WASHINGTON BRIDGE WORLD’S MOST SPECTACULAR CYCLING RACE START CYCLIST ENTRANCE TO LOWER LEVEL FROM RIVERSIDE DRIVE & 165TH ST CYCLISTS STAY IN RIGHT LANE BEAR RIGHT ON RAMP TO GWB LOWER LEVEL

The George Washington Bridge has the greatest vehicular capacity of any bridge in the world. It carries approximately 106 million vehicles per year, making it the world’s busiest motor vehicle bridge. Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York closes the entire lower level of the world’s busiest bridge to cars and offers cyclists a once-in-a-lifetime experience of riding across from Manhattan to New Jersey on a car-free road.

Access the Gran Fondo New York start line from 165th Street and Riverside Drive. Ride Northbound. Bear right at all times to get to the start line staging area and corrals.

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FINISH

CAMPAGNOLO GRAN FONDO NEW YORK 100 MILES: Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York finishes on Hudson Terrace in Fort Lee, NJ. The finish festival takes place just down the road at PIP Park. The festivities begin right at the GFNY Finish Line and Finish Village at 10am and end at 7pm. Seviroli is serving fresh tortellini to all Finish Village visitors, including athletes, family members and fans.

Water to refill your bottle is available from coolers.

Beer and wine will be available for purchase from the official GFNY Charity, Operation Smile, to fund surgeries to repair cleft lip, cleft palate and other facial deformities for children around the globe. Don’t forget to bring cash to purchase beer or wine, credit cards are not accepted.

Shower facilities are available at Fort Lee High School, so be sure to pack a change of clothes, including casual shoes, and shower essentials into your morning checked back or ask your family to bring your shower stuff when they meet you at the GFNY Finish Village.

The award ceremonies begin at 3pm with competition and raffle prizes. We begin with the overall winners and continue with age groups and teams. Raffle prizes will be given throughout the afternoon to riders present at the ceremony. We do not ship any prizes, you must be present to claim your prizes.

Make sure to visit the expo, with booths from GFNY sponsors as well as the GFNY Shop, which will have postrace specials.

GFNY BEAR: After you descend 2 miles from the top of Bear Mountain, there are buses and trucks to transfer you and your bike from Bear Mountain, NY to Fort Lee, NJ. The finish festivities are together with GFNY 100 at PIP Park, which is a few steps from the bus drop off at Fort Lee High School.

HOW DO I GET BACK TO MY HOTEL FROM THE FINISH? If you booked a hotel in Fort Lee, NJ, ride back to the hotel. The finish is close to the Fort Lee hotels.

If you booked a hotel in Manhattan, ride back across George Washington Bridge on the bike path. The nearest subway station is at 175th Street and Fort Washington Avenue, just off the bridge. It’s 1.5 miles from the finish to this station. Take the A train in the downtown direction to get you to your midtown hotel. Trains run every 10 minutes on Sundays. We will provide signage to guide you there.

HOW DO I GET PICKED UP AT THE FINISH? If you want to get picked up by a family member in Fort Lee at the finish, please ask your driver to wait for you at Fort Lee Main Street Business Parking Lot across from 144 Main Street, which is about 1 mile from the finish.

You can ride your bike there.

HOW DO I GET PICKED UP AT BEAR MOUNTAIN? Meet your driver at the Bear Mountain Inn parking lot.

Your driver has to enter & exit using only the Northern Entrance from 9W. At the Bear Mountain Inn, there is a large parking lot, a picnic area with a food vendor (hamburgers, etc), playgrounds, and more. Your family can even bring your own grill and meet you at Bear Mountain Inn and BBQ after you finished your ride.

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FAQ HOW FAST DO I HAVE TO RIDE? You can ride as fast as you want. However, the cut-off for completing the distance is 5pm which means you have 10 hours to complete the full course and 5 hours to complete GFNY BEAR. This is approximately 10mph including stopping at aid stations. A broom wagon will trail the course at 10mph. Stragglers who get passed by the car can either get a ride or will be riding on their own outside the event.

I’M RIDING THE EVENT WITH MY FRIENDS. CAN WE ALL LINE UP TOGETHER IN THE SAME CORRAL? The corrals are divided by age groups. If your friends are in your age group, you will be in the same starting corral.

If you are different ages, you will be in different corrals but you can still start the event together. The person with the lower bib number can move to a corral further back.

However, the person with the higher bib number CANNOT move forward.

WILL THERE BE RESTROOMS AT THE START/FINISH AND ON THE COURSE? Yes, start/finish areas and all aid stations are equipped with portapotties.

IF I HAVE A MECHANICAL ISSUE ON THE COURSE, WHAT DO I DO? We highly encourage all participants to have basic safety and repair skills, and in particular fixing a flat tire. Everyone has to bring at least a pump and spare tube.

However, if you are still unable to make the repair, rolling mechanical support vehicles will be driving along the route throughout the day. If you have a mechanical that cannot be easily fixed, a bus will take you to the finish line. Please note that the wait for assistance and/or a broom wagon can be long and by waiting, you run the risk of falling past of the cutoffs and not being able to finish the event. Visit your local bike shop to learn and prepare for basic repairs or ask an experienced cycling friend.

IF I NEED MEDICAL ASSISTANCE, WHAT DO I DO? Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will be in many locations along the course and on call. Police officers and bike mechanics will be traveling on the course on motorcycles and in cars. Police officers will be controlling traffic at intersections and volunteers will be guiding the cyclists for turns at intersections. Each of these people will be able to call 911 in case of emergency. If you need help, inform someone on the course and they will get help to you (or someone else) as quickly as possible and stay with you until help arrives. No matter at what point, help will always be close.

I DON’T WANT TO BE DISQUALIFIED. ARE THERE SPECIFIC RULES TO AVOID DQ? There are a few actions that would result in disqualification. The big 5 to keep in mind : 1) DO NOT LITTER, 2) USE PROVIDED TOILETS, 3) RIDE THE DESIGNATED COURSE, 4) BE COURTEOUS TO EVENT STAFF, VOLUNTEERS, SPECTATORS, POLICE AND OTHER PARTICIPANTS, 5) DO NOT ACCEPT OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE FROM BANDITS OR UNAUTHORIZED/PRIVATE VEHICLES. IF I HAVE A BAD DAY AND REALIZE I WON’T BE ABLE TO FINISH, WHAT DO I DO? Campagnolo Gran Fondo New York will have SAG (Support and Gear) vehicles along the course for any cyclists who are unable to complete this event.

Try to make it to the next or previous aid station, there you will have food, water, emergency medical services as well as volunteers to keep you company. If you are unable to ride to an aid station, move off the road and wait at the shoulder of the road until a mechanic or SAG rides by, they will be on the lookout for stopped cyclists. If you are riding and you see a cyclist on the side of the road who needs help, when you get to the next police officer or volunteer, report that you saw a stopped cyclist and their approximate location, they will call for an ambulance.

I NEVER RODE IN A LARGE GROUP BEFORE. HOW DOES IT WORK? Group riding is faster because you save about 30% energy in a draft. It takes a bit of skill to get used to riding closely behind someone else’s wheel. Ideally, you would practice with a riding partner before the event. If you live in the NYC area, you can take advantage of our free training rides for registered participants and practice group riding.

WHEN AND WHERE DO I FIND THE RESULTS? Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony.

Preliminary, full results are available throughout the day (athlete tracker). Additionally, printed preliminary results will be posted at the finish.

Your family and friends can keep track of you live with our online tracking tool that displays preliminary results.

WHEN DOES REGISTRATION FOR GFNY 2016 OPEN? Registration for 2016 opens the morning after GFNY 2015: Monday, May 18, 2015 at 9am ET. Visit www.granfondony.eventbrite.com. Take advantage of GFNY’s lowest possible entry fee by registering early.

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YOUR EXPERT MECHANIC AT CAMPAGNOLO GFNY START ON GWB

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Pictures credits: Archivio APT Trento, Monte Bondone, Valle dei Laghi - foto Newspower, A. Russolo

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GRUPPO SPORTIVO JARED SKOLNICK “I pick Wear-Design GFNY Mont Ventoux for the obvious reason that Mont Ventoux is absolutely legendary.”

ULI FLUHME

LIDIA FLUHME “I want to finish off my 2015 with a trip into southern hemisphere summer at the GFNY Argentina in San Luis on December 6.”

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“Early season granfondos are the best because everyone is so giddy. What better place than starting your racing year in the Spanish spring at Oakley GFNY Barcelona?”

OMAR TEJADA “You hear of Colombian racer’s prowess because they are born and raised at altitude. There is no better way to understand their heritage than racing CRM GFNY Colombia!”

GFNY’S GROUP RIDE LEADERS AND AMBASSADORS PICK A GFNY WORLD EVENT

VITO VALENTINI WADE WEGNER

“I would love to be able to take on the challenge of training for CRM GFNY Colombia, complete the course alive, and come back to New York and say “Bear what?”

“The hills, sights, food and not to forget the wonderful spirit of the Italians you meet, make GFNY Italia the obvious choice for me.“

HEIDI BROECKING JAMES TERRANI “Italy is the most cycling centric country in the world.

I can’t imagine a better place to experience a granfondo than GFNY Italia.”

“White sand beaches and crystal clear blue water draw me to GFNY Cozumel. A bathing suit will fit in the jersey pocket for sure. “

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ON MAY 15, 2016 REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 18, 2015 AT 9AM ET GFNY.CC

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