GIRO DI SAN DIEGO BIKE EVENT

The Epic ride Saturday June 8th, 2024
4 ride options to choose from.

All rides start at 7:15 AM from Ryan Park
Located at 390 Hidden Trails Rd, Escondido, CA 92027.

Course closes at 5:30pm. There is an allotted 10.5 hours to finish your ride.

Pre-ride packed pickup will be held on Friday June 7, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Located at Ryan Park in Escondido. Must bring copy of phot ID and two signed waivers.

County Waiver
Granfondo Waiver

What’s Included in the Ride

• Custom finisher medal

• Commemorative Bib

• 5 fully stocked aid stations

• SAG / mechanical support on the ride

• CHP escort and safety on Mt Palomar

• Finish Line BBQ lunch

• Live Band

• Ballast Point Beer Garden benefiting Life Sports Foundation!!!!

Breakfast:  No one rides hungry! Join us for Breakfast at the Expo, 6:30 – 8:30am. We will be serving coffee, orange juice, bananas and pastries.

Rest Stops:  Fully stocked and staffed rest stops at strategic locations along all courses.

Please note: The Cole Grade Water Stop will now be located at the BOTTOM of the hill. Please be sure to stop and fill up your water bottle prior to making the climb.

Post Ride Feast:  Italian Lunch BBQ after the ride. Beer and other beverages are available.

Participation:  Open to all riders 15 years of age and up. Each rider must be in sound health for the event chosen. Riders under 18 must have the consent of a parent or guardian.

Age Categories:  Male and female U23 / 23-34 / 35-44 / 45-54 / 55-64 / 65+ / Professional.

Pro-Ride Invitational:  Open to all licensed professionals and former professional riders free of charge. Please contact the event organizers for Pro-Ride entry.

Maximum Time:  10.5 hours / All courses close at 5:30 pm.

Timed Climbs:  The south grade of Palomar Mountain will serve as the KOM/QOM for the Gran Fondo riders.

Awards:  Road Routes – Raffle prizes will be given to the fastest on the KOM/QOM climb of Mt Palomar for each age category. Prizes will be mailed post event.

Electric Bikes: Electric Bikes are permitted but will not be eligible for KOM / QOM