Discover alluring Asheville, from the unique perspective of your handlebars. Experience Asheville, North Carolina, Lonely Planet’s top U.S. travel destination for 2017. Your ride begins in the the heart of Asheville and quickly moves along well-marked winding roads out into pastoral countryside and up to mountain ridge vistas.
At the end of the ride, as you descend from the Blue Ridge Parkway into the heart of town, you will be afforded a spectacular cityscape view and greeted by fellow riders and families back at to Asheville; where you can enjoy the music, vendors, massage therapists, and of course– food and beer!
3 CHALLENGING COURSES
Departing Asheville’s vibrant downtown, the routes for Gran Fondo Asheville, presented by Applewood Manor, hit the best serpentine roads, climbs, and descents in the Asheville area. Come see why this region is a road cycling mecca in the United States.
TIMED SEGMENT RACING
With timed-segment competitions, your overall time from start to finish does not matter. Only the timed segments count. Your overall, and age group rankings are determined by your combined time for all timed segments on the route you choose. View Complete Rules and FAQ.
ASHEVILLE BIKE FEST
The 4th annual Bike Fest, presented by Cane Creek Cycling Components in support of Asheville on Bikes, returns to Asheville on Friday and Saturday with Gran Fondo Asheville rolling out on Sunday hosted at Rabbit Rabbit (75 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC 28801) in the heart of downtown Asheville.
2025 USA CYCLING GRAN FONDO NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Results can qualify riders for the 2025 USA Cycling Gran Fondo National Championships, to be held during Gran Fondo Maryland in Frederick, MD on September 14, 2025.
PRIZE RAFFLE
We have more than $5000 of prizes to give out from Series sponsors, and ALL riders are eligible to win.
BONUS: Earn an extra raffle ticket by wearing any Gran Fondo National Series jersey during the event!
HURRICANE HELENE
We have opened registration for the 2025 Gran Fondo Asheville (July 20, 2025) and Boone Gran Fondo (August 3, 2025) events. The Gran Fondo National Series events bring valuable revenue to Western North Carolina communities, but we also recognize that cycling events can strain local resources. We fully intend to work with local governments, emergency management agencies, and businesses to determine the best path forward. If damage from Hurricane Helene leads to the cancellation of Gran Fondo Asheville and/or Boone Gran Fondo in 2025, all registered riders will receive full refunds.
Sign up by June 24, 2025 (26 days before event) and receive a custom pro-level jersey crafted by Suarez Clothing!
For more information visit: https://www.granfondonationalseries.com/gran-fondo-asheville
REGISTRATION
| PRICE PERIOD | GRAN & MEDIO | PICCOLO |
|---|---|---|
| Until January 10, 2025 | $150 | $95 |
| Jan 11 - May 21, 2025 | $160 | $105 |
| May 22 - Jul 6, 2025 | $170 | $115 |
| Jul 7 - Jul 16, 2025 | $190 | $135 |
| Jul 17 - On-site | $200 | $145 |
Aid Stations:
There will be four aid stations along the 100 mile route; two on the 55mi, and one on the 35 mile route (35mi will also have mini-aid with only water, Heed, and Hammer Gel). Each of the other aid station will be fully stocked with: Water, Heed, Hammer Gel, Endurolyte Fizz, Bananas, PB&J Sandwiches, Cookies, Chips and Pretzels, and other snacks.
Bathrooms:
Aid-Stations will have bathrooms. Please use bathrooms. One of the biggest local complaints is cyclists peeing on the side of the road. Please help our reputation and use porta-johns.
Timing Chips:
All riders must have timing chips installed on race morning.
You will be issued a timing chip, if you do not return the timing chip you will be charged $100. Race numbers must be mounted on your back right side and be easily readable.
Route Navigation:
The route will be very well marked; however, we suggest you get the RideWithGPS App and load the route to your smart phone or GPS.
At the Finish:
Upon reaching the finish line, riders will be directed into a one-way finishers' chute to: Return Timing Chip,, and Post-Ride food and beverage. Riders with particular dietary needs should be prepared with own post-ride food options.
4 Timed Sections in the Gran Route – Best Combined Time Wins
Custom “Race Winner” SUAREZ jerseys for all Gran Route age group winners
Awards and Prizes for Gran Route winners
Awards and Prizes for Medio and Piccolo winners
