Ride 100 Miles in San Diego! March 7, 2010 - Little Italy in San Diego, CA

Sponsors & Partners

Sponsors:

Colnago

Colnago is renowned worldwide for its racing bikes; its name is synonymous with quality, precision and the Italian flair for style and speed on two wheels.

Briko

Briko, a leading Italian producer of bike helmets, eyewear and cycling apparel, has returned to the USA and joined Gran Fondo Colnago as an official partner.

Accelerade

The only sports drink that contains carbohydrate and protein in a patented 4:1 ratio. It provides rapid rehydration and helps athletes perform better and recover faster.

Campagnolo

After 75 years of legendary performance and style, Campy reigns as one of the most powerful sports brands in the world.

Fulcrum Wheels

Designed in Vicenza, Italy Fulcrum wheels are produced for high performance cycling. They were ridden to World Championship titles in 2005, 2006 and 2007.

VeloNews

VeloNews, known as The Journal of Competitive Cycling, is a multi-media operation that reaches over 850,000 avid cyclists through its print and online properties. It publishes 21 editions annually, including The Official Guide to the Tour de France.

Ride Strong Bike Tours

A leader in performance bike tours in France, Italy & Spain. Ride the historic climbs of Europe or follow a Grand Tour on a cycling dream vacation.

Speedplay

Producers of the most technically advanced pedal system available today. Favored by Tour de France winner Carlos Sastre and numerous pro teams worldwide.

Little Italy

Downtown San Diego’s oldest continuous neighborhood business district is the proud host of Gran Fondo San Diego and its expo and finish line party.

Villa Sandi

Located in Valdobbiadene, Italy, Villa Sandi has been producing top quality wines since the 1600’s. It supplies Gran Fondo Colnago with its extraordinary sparkling Prosecco.

Active.com

Active.com is the leading technology and online marketing services provider to the endurance sports industry.

Scicon

For 30 years Scicon has produced technical bags for cyclists. It has been the Official Partner to over 150 professional teams, that have won 15 Tours de France, 5 World Championships and 5 Giros d’Italia.

Active.com

From Italy’s Veneto region, Gaerne produces handmade cycling shoes, including those worn by World Champion Cadel Evans.

Italian Trade Commission

The Italian Institute for Foreign Trade (I.C.E., Istituto nazionale per il Commercio Estero) is the Italian government agency entrusted with the promotion of trade, business opportunities and industrial cooperation between Italian and foreign companies.

EICMA

EICMA’s International Bicycle Show — now in its 68th year – is unsurpassed in terms of history and prestige.  Tens of thousands of vendors & visitors come to Milan each year to see the latest products offered by the cycling industry.

Partners:

US Olympic Committee, Chula Vista

The U.S. Olympic Committee’s Training Center in Chula Vista has opened its gates to our cyclists for a full-service aid station and a unique ride on its closed criterium course.

Via Italia Trattoria

Via Italia Trattoria, one of San Diego’s top Italian restaurants, provides premium catering services for the event’s cyclists and VIPs.

W Hotels

The Hotel W San Diego is offering Gran Fondo Colnago participants uncommonly luxurious accommodations at a surprisingly affordable price.

Doubletree

Located just blocks away from the start and finish line, the Doubletree San Diego Hotel is offering special discounted rates to event participants.

ASI Photo

Action Sports International — the worldwide leader in event photography — will be taking photos of you at the start, along the course, at the US Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, and at the finish line of the Gran Fondo Colnago San Diego.

Consolato Generale d’Italia Los Angeles

Consolato Generale d’Italia

COM.IT.ES

COM.IT.ES collaborates with the Italian Consular Authorities to safeguard the rights and interests of the Italian citizens residing in southern California.

COM.IT.ES promotes the interests of the local Italian community by organizing social and cultural events.