Grand Rapids Gran Fondo - Grand Rapids, Michigan - Cycling

The Grand Rapids Gran Fondo is a Cycling race in Grand Rapids, Michigan consisting of a 80 Miles and 40 Miles and 25 Miles and 12 Miles.

New passion. New mission. Same epic ride.

The new Grand Rapids Gran Fondo will continue the tradition of the previous event while moving Fondo forward into the future. Enjoy a charity-focused event with strong fundraising tools, four route options for cyclists of any skill level (a Family Ride, a 25-mile ride, a 40-mile ride, and an 80-mile ride), a downtown Grand Rapids start/finish, and an unparalleled Finish Line Festival with music, craft beer, gourmet food, and vendor booths.

80-Mile Ride
The Grand Rapids Gran Fondo 80-mile route follows the picturesque Grand River valley through farm and small villages before reaching the bayous and lake scenery preceding the turn-around point on Lake Michigan. The return route takes riders up through expansive farms, orchards and vineyards that provide some beautiful vistas and challenging rolling hills for the riders. The route then turns home for the final push into the center of the city and the finish line.

40-Mile Ride
The Grand Rapids Gran Fondo 40-mile route will follow the beautiful twists, turns, villages and farm roads that run along the Grand River valley. Challenging, fast, casual or just plain fun, this beautiful rolling route shares many of the same features of the 80-mile route in a length that will suit a wide range of cyclists a" from the casual recreationalist to the budding competitor.

25-Mile Ride
The Grand Rapids Gran Fondo 25-mile route offers recreational riders the full Gran Fondo experience in a manageable loop that will get you back to the finish line in plenty of time for post-ride festivities and fun with the family. It's an excellent choice for riders who enjoy anything from a casual to a brisk pace.

Family Ride
The Grand Rapids Gran Fondo Family Ride offers an enjoyable, safe, yet challenging route that riders of practically any age, level of fitness or skill level will enjoy. After leaving the heart of the city, riders will soon discover the beautiful and scenic trails of Millennium Park. Riders will be back in plenty of time for the fun of the Finish Line Festival.