Boone Gran Fondo, a SENA Gran Fondo National Series event

About this race

Boone Gran Fondo Boone, NC August 2, 2026 Visit the race page for more details Click here to add to calendar Event Overview Event Open to: All from Beginner to Elite Loops: 3 Loops to Choose From Timed Sections: 4 Timed Sections in the 80 mile loop – Best Combined Time Wins Age Group: Categories available Awards Awards: Winners jerseys for Gran Route Medio and Piccolo: Age group winners will receive awards Ride: with your friends, Race with your friends Fully Stocked Aid Stations: To keep you going Packet Pick Up Watch for updated information on these dates and locations. The below information is from 2025 but will likely be the same: Saturday: from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM - 164 S Depot St, Boone, NC 28607 Sunday: from 6:00 AM to 7:15 AM - 164 S Depot St, Boone, NC 28607 (at location of race start) U23 Participation U23 Made Possible By Shimano Riders who will be 23 years of age or under as of December 31, 2026, are eligible for U23byShimano coupon code for event registration. Juniors under age 18 can also use the same coupon code. Entry Includes Traffic Control: Provided throughout the course Aid Stations: Fully stocked with energy products and food Chip Timed Sections: Four for competitive timing Post-Race: Food, beverages, and entertainment Course Description In mid-summer, the High Country of North Carolina enjoys 80-degree temperatures while the surrounding East Coast temperatures hover in the high 90s. Early August is a prime time to be in Boone. After a short downhill and a climb up the gorgeous Shull's Mill road, the course passes the Blue Ridge Parkway and turns onto Hw…