The 4th Annual Vermont Challenge Gran Fondo and “Ride Up” Bike Festival

ByIan

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Fit Werx is a sponsor of the 4th annual Vermont Challenge.  Here is the latest from this fun and challenging ride and festival event:

“The Vermont Challenge offers both challenging routes for elite recreational cyclists plus tamer routes for all riders. The routes traverse Southern & Central Vermont 4 days including the signature Saturday 1-day Gran, Medio & Piccolo Fondo for all riders.  Come ride one our signature multi-day Challenge tour options & also experience the only mountain resort-top Gran Fondo finish east of the Continental Divide.

On Friday evening & Saturday, we’ve created The “Ride Up” Bike Festival that’s designed to show you how to take your riding to the next level with exhibitors focusing on: training advice & equipment, bike fit, nutrition, hydration and more.”

When: August 13-16, 2015
Where: Manchester & Stratton Mountain VT
Challenge Options (total mileage noted):
4-day Grand Challenge: 273, 188 or 103 miles
3-day Weekend Challenge: 208, 143, or 75 miles
2-day Challenge – Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday: 155, 108 or 50 miles
1-day Fondo Saturday – 101, 65, 28 miles

From first time riders to Olympians, Ian has helped thousands of athletes achieve their cycling and triathlon goals. Ian develops much of the Fit Werx fitting and analysis protocols and is responsible for technology training and development. He is regarded as one of the industry leaders in bicycle fitting, cycling biomechanics and bicycle geometry and design. He is dedicated to making sure the Fit Werx differences are delivered daily and provides Fit Werx with corporate direction and is responsible for uniting our staff and initiatives.

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