Gran Fondo Experience | 2021 UCI Gran Fondo World Championships VIP

UCI GRAN FONDO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

EAST SARAJEVO - VIP PACKAGE

START/FINISH

SARAJEVO

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 race finish area, allowing the riders to test the middle-final part of the race course while enjoying the beautiful alpine area.

The last 6 days will stay in Sarajevo, 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 Sarajevo 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-Mountains
Daily Distance: Approx 70-130km
Daily Ascent: Approx 450-1500m
Main Route 750km
Total Ascent: Approx 13000m

HOTELS:

from 1 to 5 October, Jahorina: TBC
from 6 to 11 October, Sarajevo:TBC

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DATES & COST

DATES

6 days/5 nights - 6 to 11 October
8 days/7 nights - 4 to 11 October
10 days/9 nights - 2 to 11 October

COST

Cost for 6 days: € 2,650 in Twin Room (Single + € 450)
Cost for 8 days: € 3,450 in Twin Room (Single + € 600)
Cost for 10 days: € 4,350 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 accommodation in 4-stars hotels in town, close to the start, in twin-double room
All breakfasts, 1 lunch and all dinners
Minimum of 2 professional guides on tour (one fully qualified mechanic)
Bike service after the rides
Professional massage after each ride
Laundry service every second day
Van support throughout the tour
Private feed stations during the race with snacks and food supplements including electrolytes, gels and energy bars
Turbo trainers for warm up before races
Garmin 810-820 loan unit with maps for duration of tour
1 top quality cycling kit made by RAPHA (jersey, knicks, socks)
1 SCICON Race bag with your name and nationality
Free use of a POC helmet
Detailed printed tour information booklet
Small group of max 12 riders
All in-tour transfers
Personal Airport transfer from-to Sarajevo international Airport.

MORE ABOUT THE TERRAIN

Sarajevo is located in a mountain region, with several ski resorts not far from the city.

The race course is definitely challenging with important elevation gain, but the climbs are generally long but not steep. The finish line is located on top of the ski resort of Jahorina, after a "beautiful climb of 10 km!

The ITT course is hilly as well, an out&back with a short climb on both ways.

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
Alcoholic drinks
Guides Tips

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TOUR ITINERARY

TOUR MAP

Day One, October 2nd – Jahorina 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, October 3rd – Jahorina Race course recon

Main Route: 100km; 70mi Total Ascent: 1450m; 4900ft

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.

Activity: relax at the pool!

Day Three, October 4th – Jahorina 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, October 5th – ITT 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, October 6th – Sarajevo 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, October 7th – 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, October 8th – Sarajevo 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, October 9th – MEDIOFONDO RACE DAY

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

Activity: Race, rest and bike set up!

For those racing the Mediofondo ...it'ts the Big Day!

Rest day for the Granfondo riders, supporting the team mates on the Mediofondo race!

Day Nine, October 10th – 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, October 11th – Goodbye

Main Route:

Total Ascent:

Activity: Bike packing and transfer to airport