GRAN FONDO RUSSIA

GRAN FONDO RUSSIA: Race for Strength

On June 25, the GRAN FONDO RUSSIA bike race took place in Sorochany. Results and photo report in our material.

GRAN FONDO is a large-scale road cycling race, which was first held in Russia last year. This summer the event was held again, and traditionally the routes of the race were organized so that the participants could observe on their way old manor houses, churches and appreciate the beauty of nature.

Both professionals and amateurs, who reached the age of eighteen, could try themselves in the race.

On June 25, a large-scale race was held in Sorochany (Moscow region), the starting point for cyclists was the village of Kurovo.

It was possible to test themselves on different distances depending on the individual level of preparation: the participants overcame routes of 30 km and 60 km. And the most courageous professionals were waiting for a cycling race at 100 km, the results of which formed a personal score.

In addition to fatigue and exhaustion, this time cyclists had to fight with weather conditions. Cold and rain – that’s what awaited the participants some time after the start of the race. Therefore, those who were able to overcome the difficulties and finish the race are even more respected.

The absolute champions were Seledkov Ivan (34 years old, SERPANTIN Cycling, Moscow) and Misikova Lada (25 years old, TORPEDO cycling team). Gran Fondo Russia 2017 branded medals and various prizes from the race sponsors were waiting for the winners at the finish line.

The GRAN FONDO RUSSIA event in Sorochany is not the only one this year. Those wishing to try their hand at a bike race or a professional race have the opportunity to become a participant of the following events:

– July 9 – race in Suzdal, Vladimir region;

– September 17 – race and race in Vozdvizhenskoye, Moscow region;

– October 1 – race and race in Sochi, Krasnodar region.

You can register for the events on the official website. The organizers advise not to lose time and start planning your training!