Unclaimed Merchandise
If you registered for the 2017 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo and purchased a jersey but were unable to attend, your jersey will be mailed to you by Wednesday, October 3 via USPS first class shipping. Unclaimed event t-shirts were made available to participants who registered after the t-shirt guarantee deadline and to event volunteers and will not be shipped. If you attended the event and would like to purchase a 2017 jersey, we are accepting orders for another round of production now through Friday, October 13th.
Lost and Found
We have some lost and found items to reconnect with their owners. This list will be updated as supplies are unloaded throughout the day. If you see your item(s) listed here, send an e-mail to Erin@AlpineLoopGranFondo.com Fauquier Trails Coalition, Great Pumpkin Ride long sleeve shirt Verizon Samsung cell phone with card sleeve on front. Found on the road, unfortunately it’s shattered. Black LG knee warmers District Velo/Bicycle Pro Shop vest with hat, socks, knee warmers in pockets Danny’s Cycles plastic bag with granola and chamois creme
Order Your Jersey Post-Ride
If you waited to complete one of the challenging courses of the 2017 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo before ordering your 2017 event jersey, you’re not alone! In response to this growing trend, we’ve created a simple way for you to order a 2017 jersey following your completion of the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo. Jersey orders will be accepted online until Friday, October 13 at midnight. The 2017 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo jersey is the stunning result of a collaboration between Giant Step Design and Cutaway Clothing. The bold colors and vintage look evoke nostalgia for classic adventures and celebrate the simple…
Volunteer Opportunities
Community, camaraderie and encouragement are at the heart of the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo. And just like riders, volunteer participants are a big part of this event! From pre-event preparations, to day-of excitement and after-party celebrations, volunteers have many special talents to share and roles to fill. Many roles are skill-specific and filled by area experts, but others are open for anyone who’s willing to join in and lend a hand. Following are ways you can help: Rest Stations are important stops along the Alpine Loop, Shenandoah Mountain Adventure, Shenandoah Mountain Century, Mt Solon Metric Century and Valley View Challenge…
Last Week to Register
Registration is only open for a few more days, and field limits are swiftly approaching capacity. If you intend to participate in the 2017 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo, register now.
Final Week to Guarantee Jersey
August 11 is the final day on which participants are guaranteed they can order a 2017 custom event jersey in their size. Following that day, a limited number of jerseys will be available for purchase first come, first served. The 2017 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo jersey is the stunning result of a collaboration between Giant Step Design and Cutaway Clothing. The bold colors and vintage look evoke nostalgia for classic adventures and celebrate the simple thrill of bicycling. Jersey front and back feature the custom design inspired by the Shenandoah Valley and Allegheny Mountains featured in the Alpine Loop Gran…
2017 Cycling Celebration Dinner
The 2017 Cycling Capital Celebration, the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo pre-event dinner, will take place at Bella Luna Wood Fired Pizza, Saturday, September 30, 6-8 p.m. Located in the historic Livery Building in downtown Harrisonburg’s renowned Culinary District, Bella Luna offers authentic, handcrafted wood-fired pizzas, hand-made pastas, fresh seasonal salads, and house-made desserts. The dinner event is an annual attraction for cyclists who will participate in the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo, as well as members of the local community, cyclists and cycling advocates. It is also a coming-together for friends of the The Cancer Journeys Foundation and Prostate Cancer Awareness…
2017 Training Ride on Course
Group Training Expedition: Sunday, August 27, 2017 You are invited join in a group training ride designed to help ready riders for the Alpine Loop, Shenandoah Mountain Century and Shenandoah Mountain Adventure routes of the 2017 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo. At the training event, participants who are ramping up for the Alpine Loop should be prepared to tackle a 71-mile ride with 7,000+ feet of climing, including unpaved roads. Equipment should be suitable for the conditions. Riders training for the Shenandoah Mountain Century and Shenandoah Mountain Adventure can expect a 61-mile ride with 6,000 feet of climbing on entirely paved…
2017 Jersey Design
The 2017 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo jersey is the stunning result of a collaboration between Giant Step Design and Cutaway Clothing. The bold colors and vintage look evoke nostalgia for classic adventures and celebrate the simple thrill of bicycling. Jersey front and back feature the custom design inspired by the Shenandoah Valley and Allegheny Mountains featured in the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo. Jerseys features three elastic rear pockets, mesh side panels, full zip. Club Cut. See sizing guide prior to purchase. 2017 event jerseys are available for purchase with event registration or as a unique transaction. Jerseys ordered in advance will…
Registration Opens Feb. 1 at 10 a.m.
Registration for the 2017 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo opens Wednesday, February 1 at 10 a.m. at BikeReg.com/GranFondo. For 2017, the event is offering 50 Early Bird Entries ($125). When all of the Early Bird Entries have been claimed, the next 100 registrants can take advantage of Start Line Discounts ($130) before standard registration goes into effect. The event is capped at 550 cyclists. Previous editions of the event have filled in advance. Hopeful participants are encouraged to register early.
