What exactly is a ɡrän ˈfändō?
Gran Fondo loosely translated from Italian means “great distance” or “great endurance.” In Italy it is a mass participation cycling event that has been a part of Italian cycling culture for over 100 years. Why do people ride Gran Fondo’s? There are many reasons. Most GF’s are on pro style courses through scenic landscapes. Many want to see what it’s like to be a pro for a day. Some ride for the satisfaction of just making it to the finish line. Others just want to challenge themselves & their friends. The Gran Fondo has a broad appeal to a larger number of cyclists and has been catching on like gangbusters in the United States. Enter the…
Ozark Cycling Adventures is super excited to be working with the Joe Martin Gran Fondo in its inaugural year on Saturday April 25th. I am personally excited to ride the super scenic 105 mile Joe Martin Stage Race pro course. 105 miles of Ozark glory. I would like to invite you to join in on a day of two wheeled adventure!
Not ready for 105 miles. Well now, JMGF has you covered. There are three ride distances. The 105 miler, 41 miler & 17 miler. Something for everyone.
Guess what? If you use the promotional codes below you will receive a nice discount on your entry fee compliments of All Sports Productions.
105 mile code — OCATHE105JMGF — $15 discount
41 mile code — OCATHE41JMGF — $10 discount
17 mile code — OCATHE17JMGF — $5 discount
105 miler VIP code — OCATHEVIP105JMGF — $25 discount
Registration is open click here.
For more information click here.
Getty up! Who’s in?
How much fun!! What is the elevation for the 41 mi course?
Here is link to the courses on the JMGF website. http://joemartingranfondo.com/courses/
Looks like about 2,500 in elevation.
They are making it really hard to decide between the race or the Fondo. That VIP version is just too cool.
Keep it upright and go GF!