Gran Fondo Experience | 2021 UCI Gran Fondo World Championships Standard

UCI GRAN FONDO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

BANJA LUKA- STANDARD PACKAGE

START/FINISH

BANJA LUKA

DURATION

SHORT 6 DAYS - 5 NIGHTS

MEDIUM 8 DAYS - 7 NIGHTS

LONG 10 DAYS - 9 NIGHTS

AVG.DISTANCE

100 KM

AVG.ELEVATION

1'400 MT

DIFFICULTY

HIGHLIGHTS

If you’ve qualified for this wonderful event and are serious about putting in a good showing, you’ll need to be prepared! Many of you will be traveling a great distance to be in Bosnia.

The tour program we have put together will get you ready and help you optimize your performance in the event(s) for which you’ve qualified.

The Medium and long packages will spend the first few days in the region south of Banja Luka, allowing the riders to test the middle part of the race course while enjoying the beautiful area.

The last 6 days will stay in Banja Luka, next to the race village and start line.

One More Ride was the co-organizer of the WCS UCI event in Varese, and Andrea personally designed all the race courses, so we know how to support you out there! Andrea and the staff have already been to Banja Luka to check out our hotels, logistic and race courses! Come early to acclimatize to end of summer Balcanic weather and ride the race course several times with Andrea, without pushing too hard. You’ll get ready for the race while enjoying the beautiful region of Bosnia Erzegovina.

The area is perfect for non-riders as well, so you can bring your family or supporters.

You’ll get professional massage, mechanical support, private feed stations, and much more for the UCI Granfondo World Championships!

DETAILS

Level: Intermediate-Advanced
Terrain: Hilly
Daily Distance: Approx 70-130km
Daily Ascent: Approx 450-1000m
Main Route 750km
Total Ascent: Approx 13000m

HOTELS:

Banja Luka: TBC

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DATES & COST

DATES

6 days/5 nights - 1 to 6 September
8 days/7 nights - 30 Aug. to 6 September
10 days/9 nights -28 Aug. to 6 September

COST

Cost for 6 days: € 2,150 in Twin Room (Single + € 450)
Cost for 8 days: € 2,850 in Twin Room (Single + € 600)
Cost for 10 days:€ 3,550 in Twin Room (Single + € 750)

SPECIAL OFFER FOR NON RIDERS

With dedicated guide and vehicle: -15% on above price
Passenger only (no dedicated guide and vehicle): -25% on above prices

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YOUR RIDE

WHO WOULD ENJOY THIS EXPERIENCE?

The experience is built for all riders who have qualified for the UCI World Championship by finishing in the top 20% of their age group in one of the previous UCI World Series events. We also welcome riders able to ride for 4-5 hours a day and just want to enjoy the lakes region without racing. The days leading up to the races we will do a course recon at a moderate pace and ensure proper recovery after each ride; no high intensity unless you want to!

We will ride as a group on the rolling terrain and as individuals or small groups on the climbs, so that everyone will enjoy the ride at his own pace. Our team of expert guides will support each rider during the ride and make sure everyone finishes safe and happy.

All cyclists interested in granfondo, race atmosphere, and magnificent scenery will enjoy this incredible experience!

THE TOUR INCLUDES

A fantastic tour itinerary designed by Andrea
All hotel accommodations in 4-star hotels in town, close to start, in twin-double room
All breakfasts, 1 light lunch and all dinners
Minimum of 2 professional guides on tour (one fully qualified mechanic)
Van support throughout the tour
Guided Rides on the Race course
Private feed stations during the race with snacks and food supplements including electrolytes, gels and energy bars on the go
Turbo trainers for warm up before races
Garmin 810-820 loan unit with maps for duration of tour
All in-tour transfers

MORE ABOUT THE TERRAIN

Vancouver is located in relatively flat region, but the course will end up at Whistler Ski resort, so expect a big climb at the end!

The ITT course is for specialist, so the fast riders: basically an out and back on a straight road, gently uphill first then downhill back into town! Bring your disc wheel!

Team Relay is a 2 km town circuit; a fast race with 4 technical turns. Highly recommended, so put together your national team and register!

ON REQUEST, NOT INCLUDED

Single room
High-end rental bike at 80 euro per day
Private massage at the Hotel: 50 euro for 40 min
Personal training program for 8 weeks by Simon Clarke
Alcoholic drinks
Airport transfer
All services included in VIP Package

TOUR ITINERARY

Day One, August 28th – Banjaluka Warm-up Ride (only for 10 days option)

Main Route: 50km; 30mi Total Ascent: 450m; 900ft

Activity: Airport pick up, Transfer to hotel, bike set up and ride

This is a warm-up ride to ease the legs and body into a week+ of riding. Some of you may have only recently stepped off a plane, so this ride offers a great way to “tease” out that tiredness. It will include some small climbs and offer beautiful views across the region.

Day Two, August 29th – Banjaluka Race course recon

Main Route: 150km; 90mi Total Ascent: 1450m; 4900ft

Activity: relax at the pool!
Today we will ride on the most significant sections of the Granfondo. In the afternoon, relax by the pool,have a massage, and eat some good food.

Day Three, August 30th – Banjaluka Race course recon (start of 8 days option)

Main Route: 90km; 50mi Total Ascent: 950m; 2900ft

Activity: relax at the pool!
Today we will ride on the most significant sections of the Granfondo-Mediofondo route. In the afternoon, relax by the pool,have a massage, and eat some good food.

Day Four, August 31st – Banjaluka Race course recon

Main Route: 50km; 30mi Total Ascent: 450m; 1600ft

Activity: relax at the pool and walk in town
Today we will ride on the ITT race course and take it easy.. In the afternoon, relax by the pool,have a massage, and eat some good food.

Day Five, September 1st – Banjaluka Race course recon (Start of the 6 days option)

Main Route: 100km; 60mi Total Ascent: 1250m; 3900ft

Activity: race registration
Today we will ride on the most significant sections of the Granfondo or the ITT race course at choice. In the afternoon, visit of the race village and bike set up.

Day Six, September 2nd – ITT RACE DAY

Main Route: 60km; 35mi Total Ascent: 750m; 2900ft

Activity: ITT Race day
for those competing in the ITT as well, this is the day! For everyone else, we will ride on the most significant sections of the Granfondo. In the afternoon, relax!

Day Seven, September 3rd – Banjaluka Race course recon

Main Route: 50km; 30mi Total Ascent: 450m; 1900ft

Activity: Team Relay
Last opportunity to ride on the most significant sections of the Granfondo. In the afternoon, we will get ready for the Team relay and event ceremony.

Day Eight, September 4th – Rest day

Main Route: 150km; 90mi Total Ascent: 1450m; 4900ft

Activity: Rest and bike set up!

Today we will prepare for the big day by setting the bikes and relaxing.

Day Nine, September 5th – GRANFONDO RACE DAY

Main Route: 150km; 90mi Total Ascent: 1450m; 4900ft

Activity: Race!

The big day is here, we will fight for the Rainbow Jersey and have a great day on our bikes. After the race, massage and a great celebration dinner!

Day Ten, September 6th – Goodbye

Main Route:

Total Ascent:

Activity: Bike packing and transfer to airport

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