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The Wild Rose Women's Gran Fondo is a cycling event for all levels of cyclists from the beginner to the experienced cyclist to participate. There will be plenty of support with features such as roaming mechanics, an aid station, on-site medical and cheer stations. The only Women's Gran Fondo in Canada!
We welcome all types of road worthy bikes:
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road
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mountain
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hybrid
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triathlon/TT
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e-bikes
While the event is timed, this event is not a race.
We will be publishing results to the website after the ride .
The Wild Rose Women's Gran Fondo welcomes all those who identify as women to join us for this incredible event.
What You Get
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a supportive cycling environment for all riders
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a safe courses with plenty of course support - aid stations, roaming mechanics and on-site medical
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a special Wild Rose Women's Gran Fondo gift bag
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a Wild Rose Women's Gran Fondo commemorative t-shirt
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delicious post race snacks
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a professionally organized event by Wild Rose Women's Events
75km
Elevation Gain: 109m
Ride Start Time: 7:30am
Course Cut-Off: 11:30pm
Ages 16+
35km
Elevation Gain: 79m
Ride Start Time: 8:00am
Course Cut-Off: 11:30pm
Ages: 14+
Schedule
August 16th (Saturday)
5pm - 7pm Race Package Pick Up
Rocky Ridge YMCA
August 17th (Sunday)
Rocky Ridge YMCA
6:30am - 7:45am Package Pick Up
7:15am 75km Athlete Pre-Race Meeting
7:30am 75km Riders Start
7:45am 35km Athlete Pre-Race Meeting
8:00am 35km Riders Start
11:30pm Course Closes
75km riders have 4 hours to complete route
35km riders have 3.5 hours to complete route
12:30pm Race Site/Expo Closes
Registration
75km:
October 1st - December 31th, 2024
$159(plus processing fee)
January 1st – March 31st, 2025
$169 (plus processing fee)
April 1st – June 31st, 2025
$179 (plus processing fee)
July 1st – August 16th, 2025
$199 (plus processing fee)
*August 1st - T-Shirt deadline
35km:
October 1st - December 31th, 2024
$129 (plus processing fee)
January 1st – March 31st, 2025
$139 (plus processing fee)
April 1st – June 31st, 2025
$149 (plus processing fee)
July 1st – August 16th, 2025
$169 (plus processing fee)
*August 1st - T-Shirt deadline
Transfers/Refunds/Rollovers:
There are no refunds however, you can roll over your registration to 2026 for a fee of $50 BEFORE August 1st, 2025 or transfer your entry to another racer for a fee of $20.
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After August 1st, there are no rollovers including injuries or illnesses.You may however, transfer your registration to another racer for a fee of $20.
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You may transfer to another category within the Wild Rose Women's Gran Fondo to a shorter distance for free, or to a longer distance for a charge of the difference of what you paid and the current price of entry up to August 8th, 2025.
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NOTE: By registering you take responsibility that you understand and agree to this statement.
RULES OF THE ROAD
It is your responsibility to know the course. We will have signage and volunteers directing you, however you must know where you are riding, and where you are to turn around for your distance in the case signage becomes obstructed or removed from the course.
All riders must RIDE SINGLE FILE.
All riders will stay on the RIGHT HAND SIDE of the road along the shoulder alongside traffic. There are no designated lanes to cyclist as the roads are open to traffic at all times.
The YELLOW LINE RULE will be strictly enforced (even when there is no yellow line marked on the road). In order to keep the event safe, you must stay on the far-right side of the road always. Any rider caught crossing the center line may be disqualified from the event.
In case of lightning, the race may be delayed or cancelled. If you are informed that the event has been stopped due to lightning, you are advised to seek shelter until the event can resume. If the race is cancelled, there will be no refund issued.
If you decide stop, please report to a member of Wild Rose Women's Events on course so we can all in your number. This is so we can ensure we know who is still out on course.
If you decide to change distances during the event, you must report to the timing/announcing booth at the finish line immediately upon crossing the finish line and inform them of your change.
FAQ's
Pre Event:
When is package pick up?
Saturday, August 16th: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Sunday, August 17th, 2025 from 6:30am - 7:45am
*you (or a friend) must pick up your package at one of these times. You cannot race without picking up your package.
Can a friend pick up my event package?
Yes, they can! Please ensure the friend who is picking up your package has been authorized by you via a text message/email they can show to us at the time of pick up. We only ask this as we have had well-meaning friends pick up race packages in the past but do not clarify with their friend that they have picked up the race package.
Event Day:
What is the exact location of the event?
The start (and finish) of the event is at the Rocky Ridge YMCA.
Where can I park my car?
The Rocky Ridge YMCA has ample parking.
*we ask if you are riding your bike to the start, you please wear a helmet.
What if my bike isn’t working event morning?
We will have on-site bike support on event day to help with any bike repair emergencies. We ask you carry at least 1 spare tube for your bike, and a C02 cartridge.
How long do I have to complete the course?
The course closes for EVERYONE at 11:30 p.m.
If you have not finished by that time please be prepared to ride in the sag wagon.
How many lanes of road will be open to cyclists for each event?
There are no designated lanes to cyclist as the roads are open to traffic at all times. All cyclists will ride to the far right hand on the road - on the shoulder - alongside traffic.
What are the road surfaces like?
The road surface is pavement.
What if I am not feeling up to the distance I registered while out there or decide I can go longer?
No trouble, simply come to the timing tent after you cross the finish line and give your name and they can make the change for you so you are in the correct results.
Where are the aid stations located and what will be at them?
35km ride = 17.5km
55km ride = 17.5km, 36km, and 58km
The aid stations will have:
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water
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electrolytes
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cookies, bananas, chips and pretzels, gummies, and waffles
What time is official course cut off?
The course will close at 11:30pm
Race Support
There will be the roving bike support vehicles. They are equipped with tools, tubes, tires, bike pumps and other items to assist cyclists with minor repairs which may be required while on the course. Please note that if there are any major repairs necessary to a bike, the mechanics may not have the required tools or parts to assist you, but they will do their best to get you to the finish line. Any repairs required to your bike other than a spare tube will be charged back to you. However, we encourage everyone to carry a spare tube and tools with them.
In the event your bike cannot be repaired on course, we have sag wagons available to transport you and your bike back to the finish line.
Medical assistance will also be on the course should medical assistance be required. As well, there will be limited first aid supplies at the aid station. If additional medical assistance is required, participants should notify a volunteer and they will telephone for further help. However, all participants should be carrying their own cell phone in case of emergency and should dial 9-1-1 if immediate assistance is required.
Post Event:
Where will official results be posted?
Official results will be posted at Startline Timing (startlinetiming.com) by the end of the day.
Will there be awards?
While there are no awards for the distances, we will be posting results as mentioned so you can see your times.
Where is the lost and found?
The lost and found will be located at the finish line. After event day contact wildrosewomensevents@gmail.com for lost and found. All unclaimed lost items will be donated after 30 days.
Volunteer with Us
Additional questions about volunteering, please contact Race Director, Richelle Love
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