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.

ReGen

reGen™ is a muscle recovery beverage powered by natural cocoa combined with the perfect blend of 3:1 carb to protein ratio. The reGen™  beverage has been clinically proven to accelerate recovery and increase endurance.

Campagnolo

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

Mitshubishi Motors

What Are You Into? Mitsubishi wants to know. Visit www.whatareyouinto.net and enter your favorite summer events and activities with a chance to win $100. You tell us what do to and our M-GEN What Are You Into Roadtrip will do it!

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 on a cycling dream vacation.

Speedplay

Producers of the most technically advanced pedal system available today. Favored by Tour de France winner Carlos Sastre, world champion Fabian Cancellara and pro teams worldwide.

 
Villa Sandi

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

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.

Liberty Sports Magazine

Liberty Sports Magazine remains one of the nation’s only truly independent regional publications covering active sports. We freely distribute new, non-recycled, relevant content every issue without fail.

EICMA

Eicma’s International Bicycle Show is unsurpassed in terms of history and prestige.  Held annually in Milan, it epitomizes Italy’s leadership in the sport of cycling, showcasing the best and newest products.

Ciacci Piccolomini

From a winery established in the 17th century, Tenuta Ciacci Piccolomini d’Aragona produces award-winning Montalcino Brunello and Brunello Riserva for the Gran Fondo USA events.

Partners:

Gu Energy

Gu Energy, makers of the world’s first energy gel, will be providing Gran Fondo Colnago riders with gels and drinks on-course.

ASI Photo

Action Sports International — the worldwide leader in event photography — will be taking photos of you at the start, along the course and at the finish line of the Gran Fondo Colnago Philadelphia.

Consolato

The Consulate General of Italy in Philadelphia provides services to residents in Pennsylvania and the surrounding states.  It is commited to strengthening Italian-American relations.