Spectator Meals at Finish Line Festival

Meal tickets for spectators are now available online and in advance only!

After cyclists cross the ‘Fondo Finish Line, they get to enjoy a meal provided by Hank’s Smokehouse and Clementine Cafe. The meal is included with their registration.

To make sure spectators, friends and family can get in on this good eatin’, be sure to purchase additional meal tickets – available in advance only. Mmm…

Southwestern Chicken, Coconut and Lime Cilantro Rice, Roasted Root Vegetables;
Pit-Cooked Pork Barbecue Sandwiches, Cole Slaw, Colorado Baked Beans;
All-American Macaroni and Cheese;
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus, Pita Chips and Tortilla Chips;
Orzo Pea Salad, Mixed Fresh Fruit;
Assorted Desserts and Cookies
Beverages will include OSMO, Chocolate Milk, Iced Tea, Lemonade

Additional meals – for friends, family and other festival goers – can be purchased in advance only.

The New Belgium Brewing Beer Garden and Lucas Roasting Company mobile coffee shop will accept cash on site. Bring valid photo ID.

Follow these links for more information about the Finish Line Festival, Spectating and Planning Your Visit.

2014 Date Announced

Mark your calendars! The 2014 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo will take place on Sunday, September 28 in Harrisonburg, Virginia.

Registration for the 2014 event will open on January 1, 2014 at Noon.

Participants will choose from three routes: the 35-mile Valley View Challenge, the all-paved 76-mile Shenandoah Mountain Adventure, and the 105-mile Alpine Loop featuring incredible mountainous dirt road climbs. A Finish Line Festival will provide a warm welcome for all cyclists returning from their adventure. Rider Sign-In, welcome receptions, and a pre-event dinner will take place on Saturday, September 27.

(c) Joe Foley Photography
Jeremiah Bishop takes riders on some of his favorite mountain climbs (c) Joe Foley Photography

Hosted by professional mountain bike racer Jeremiah Bishop and presented by The Prostate Cancer Awareness Project, the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo is an event to welcome cyclists and spectators to Virginia’s Cycling Capital for an exciting weekend of special events, challenging rides, charity fundraising and festivities for the entire family.

This Website will continue to be updated with event registration coupons, details, news, training camp information, and other announcements.

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Enjoy a glimpse of the journey:

See you in September!

Jerseys Available to Order

The Alpine Loop Gran Fondo Registration Page has been updated with all remaining in-stock merchandise, including the 2013 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo Jersey by Cutaway Clothing. Shipping is included in all costs for 2013 Jerseys.

 

Cutaway Clothing design 2013 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo Jersey
Cutaway Clothing Design 2013 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo Jersey

Adventure Seen Video

Scenes from the 2013 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo presented by The Prostate Cancer Awareness Project were captured by Adventure Seen and the Joe Foley Photography team; resulting in an inspiring glimpse of the amazing journey that’s shaped Jeremiah Bishop and all the cyclists who have joined him for the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo.

(c) Joe Foley Photography
(c) Joe Foley Photography

2013 Photo Highlights

The Joe Foley Photography team captured thousands of images of the 2013 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo – that will soon be available for you. In the meantime, this gallery features editorial-style highlights from the big ride. All photos copyright (c) Joe Foley Photography 2013.

2013 Event Registration Open

Registration for the 2013 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo is live on BikeReg.com.

The 2013 event includes the 105-mile Alpine Loop; 75-mile Shenandoah Mountain Adventure; and 35-mile Valley View Challenge.

Regular registration is open through midnight, August 31. Registration will close earlier when field limits have been reached.