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Go the distance surrounded by spectacular scenery
With the fall sun on your face and the mountains all around you – the Kootenay Gran Fondo is one of the best cycling events of the year. If you been thinking about doing a grand fondo this is the one you must do.
Cranbrook, located in the Rocky Mountain Trench, is known as a cycling hub for so many reasons, the riding course, the scenery and the many volunteers who passionately make this event go so smoothly.
Planning to visit Cranbrook for the Kootenay Rockies Gran Fondo? Check out these awesome activities and attractions to enjoy after the big race.
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There are three races to choose from:
152km Gran Fondo
102km Medio Fondo
58km Piccolo Fondo
For more info and to register, check out the Gran Fondo website.
You’ll feel like a champ as you head out of town past forest and farmland and along the winding Kootenay River. There are rest stations along the way, with snacks, mechanical and medical support –and with high-fiving volunteers to keep you going until you end up back in Cranbrook at the St. Eugene resort.
A portion of the entrance fees goes to raising funds for the Cranbrook-Kimberley Rails to Trails Society.
The ride is capped at 500 cyclists so be sure to sign up soon.
Registration
* Early bird pricing is available
If you go
Setting up base camp in Cranbrook allows you to so much more then just biking, find out what’s in store by visiting Cranbrook Tourism’s website.
Get a preview of the Kootenay Rockies Gran Fondo here.
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