Experience the passion and thrill of an Italian crafted GranFondo cycling event in Southern California. Born in Italy, these events have captured the heart and soul of what it means to ride. The best routes, best rest stops and ultimate gourmet meals are what it's all about. These rides are for all levels of Recreational Riders!

Organizers release new date for the Giro di San Diego GranFondo and new routes, including a mountain bike route for 2017. Back by popular demand the date has been pushed back 5 weeks to cooler weather, now scheduled for late October. The start and finish has moved to Kit Carson Park in Escondido allowing a cooler climb of the Mt Palomar, now positioned only 20 miles from the start. New for this year is a feature route that includes the Mesa Grande, a serene and picturesque loop in the back country of San Diego.

Are You Up for the Challenge?

• 4 Road Routes to choose 35, 60, 66, and 105 miles
• Ninja Trail Quest Mountain Bike

The giro is known for having challenging and picturesque routes, outstanding ride support, delicious food on course and a post-ride party!

Featuring:

• New! - Palomar Metric Century Option
• New! - Epic Mesa Grande Century including Palomar Mt.
• Coastal Metric Century out to San Elijo Lagoon
• New! - Beginner loop around Rancho Santa Fe
• Beer, wine, great food and live entertainment
• Featuring the legendary South Grade of Mt Palomar
• Timed routes and KOM / QOM championship
• 4 Route Distances + Mountain Bike

What's Included:

• Breakfast and Coffee at the start
• 17 Uniformed Police, CHP, and Sheriffs
• Closed Road at Lake Wohlford Dr.
• 6 Fully stocked Rest Stops
• 2 Water Stops
• Over 2500 lbs of Ice on the Course
• Chip Timed Route
• Palomar Mt. King & Queen of the Mountain 
• 4 Mechanics out on the Road
• 4 SAG Vehicles
• 12 Course Marshals and Traffic Control
• 160 Fantastic Volunteers!
• Post Ride Party with
• Italian Lunch
• Live Band
• Beer Garden
• Free 15 minute Message
• Finisher Medals
• EXPO