January 2025
St. Augustine, FL
Spend an exciting winter weekend in Florida and experience Italian flair, fare, and fun in America’s oldest city, St. Augustine!
The Giro d’Italia Ride Like A Pro USA Gran Fondo and Ragazzi Fun Ride offers an exclusive two-day Italian style cycling experience in historic St. Augustine, Florida.
The Giro d’Italia is one of world cycling’s three most prestigious grand tours-The Tour de France, Giro d’Italia, and Vuelta d’Espana. Giro brings that spirit to the USA with Giro d’Italia Ride Like A Pro USA event on January 18-19, 2025. This event provides a fun-filled Italian atmosphere for recreational and competitive cyclists of all levels. Race Central is at the World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine resort, a Marriott Bonvoy, located near Jacksonville Florida and America’s oldest city, St. Augustine, Florida.
Enjoy a world-class Italian atmosphere where each guest is treated like a champion as if inside an “Italian Inner Circle” - plan your great winter weekend with a ride in sunny Florida now!
- Meet Grand Marshal Owen Shott, the 2022 National Gran Fondo Champion
- Register for the non-competitive Ragazzi Fun Race on Saturday, a 33-, 60-, and 86-mile open course event for individuals and teams
- Register for the competitive Gran Fondo Race on Sunday, a 86-mile open course race
- Visit the Giro d’Italia “Tour of Italy” Health & Fitness Expo Village presented with Italian flair, fare, and family fun blending authentic Italian wine, water, music, pasta, and great entertainment for Saturday’s Italian Pasta Dinner and ending with Sunday’s exciting Italian Results & Awards Celebration
- Visit St. Augustine attractions just a few minutes away St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum • Fort Matanzas National Monument • Marineland. There's something for everyone to enjoy in Florida's cool, healthy fresh air this winter!
Renowned Sculptor Andreas Wargenbrant Joins Giro Ride Like a Pro-USA as a Sponsor
We are thrilled announce the addition of renowned sculptor Andreas Wargenbrant as a sponsor for the upcoming Giro Ride Like a Pro-USA event. Internationally celebrated for his exceptional craftsmanship in bronze and marble, Wargenbrant brings a unique artistic perspective that beautifully merges the worlds of artistry and cycling.
In a show of immense generosity, Andreas Wargenbrant will present three distinct prizes during the Giro event. These prizes are a testament to his commitment to honoring both the male and female winners of the race. Additionally, a captivating sculpture, created by Wargenbrant, will be raffled off during the event, adding an extra layer of excitement.
Lars Graff, founder of Giro Ride Like A Pro-USA, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We are honored to welcome Andreas Wargenbrant to the Giro Ride Like A Pro-USA family. His artistic vision and dedication to pushing boundaries perfectly align with the spirit of our event. The addition of his unique prizes promises an extraordinary experience for all participants and attendees.”
Wargenbrant’s participation promises to elevate the event, offering an unparalleled fusion of artistry and sportsmanship that will make this year’s Giro d’Italia Ride Like a Pro-USA truly unforgettable.
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