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1 Ride Guide Welcome to the Ride Guide adenium to our 2017 PEI GranFondo. Contained here are route descriptions for all the rides, event outlines and general reminders. Enjoy your visit to Prince Edward Island and what our pedal culture has to offer. Above all, travel safely!

provided. Purchases will be labeled and taken back to the Gran Fondo Village for pickup.

Long route: Victoria By The Sea (Argyle Shore) Distance: 94K km shore-side loop Terrain: Hilly.

com/routes/6052799 Medium route: Farm & Cottage Distance: 53K inland and rural seaside loop. Terrain: Gentle rolling hills.

2 The Warm Up! Friday ride options Note: All Friday morning rides are guided, and will conclude at Red Shores, Eastlink Centre, where lunch will be provided. Purchases will be labeled and taken back to the Gran Fondo Village for pickup. We suggest bringing some money for the Victoria By the Sea ride, oportunities for snacks and coffee exist! Long route: Victoria By The Sea (Argyle Shore) Distance: 94K km shore-side loop Terrain: Hilly. Climbing: 755m Level of difficulty: Advanced, limited group size. Departure time: 8:00am, Fondo Village. STRAVA Link Medium route: Farm & Cottage Distance: 53K inland and rural seaside loop. Terrain: Gentle rolling hills. Climbing: 289m Level of difficulty: Easy to intermediate Departure time: See sign up schedule at the Fondo Village. STRAVA Link Short route: Deep Roots Distillery, (Warren Grove) Distance: 27K inland loop Terrain: Mild rolling hills. Climbing: 264m Level of difficulty: Easy, limited group size. Departure time: 10:30am, Fondo Village. STRAVA Link

3 Medio Fondo Route Distance: 100 km loop Terrain: Hilly. Climbing: 628m Level of difficulty: Intermediate KOM: Yes Sprint: Yes Departure time: 8 AM, Charlottetown Eastlink Centre STRAVA Link Saturday Ride Options Note: all Saturday rides are chip timed. The routes include nutrition zones with basic washroom facilities, and two lunch stop options.

Charlottetown Eastlink Centre STRAVA Link https://www.strava.

4 Gran Fondo Route Distance: 150km loop Terrain: Hilly. Climbing: 1,282m Level of difficulty: Difficult KOM: Yes Sprint: Yes Departure time: 8AM, Charlottetown Eastlink Centre STRAVA Link Saturday Ride Options Note: all Saturday rides are chip timed. The routes include nutrition zones with basic washroom facilities, and two lunch stop options.

China Point Distance: 57K km inland & seaside route Terrain: flat/rolling.

5 Sunday s Recovery ride The escorted Sunday ride will conclude at The Merchant Man Bar and Grill where lunch will be provided. China Point Distance: 57K km inland & seaside route Terrain: flat/rolling. Climbing: 409m Level of difficulty: Easy/Moderate Departure time: See schedule at Fondo Village STRAVA Link

6 In-town Route Detail

7 Navigating in Charlotttetown for Sunday lunch stop Common streets of Charlottetown

Jerseys and raffle draw prize KOM and Sprinter jerseys will be assessed based

Mens and Women s jerseys will be awarded during Saturday evening s banquet.

Themed Vest The Big Prize! Opus Bikes Vivace 2.

sponsors, Tomlin Sports Marketing, Opus Bikes and Outer Limit Sports, we are

This beautiful carbon machine with Di2 Ultegra electronic grouppo has a MRSP

8 Jerseys and raffle draw prize KOM and Sprinter jerseys will be assessed based on chip timing. Mens and Women s jerseys will be awarded during Saturday evening s banquet. A large variety of clothing will be available for purchase at the Fondo Village. Participant Jersey Climbers Jersey Sprinters Jersey Limited Edition Jersey Themed Vest The Big Prize! Opus Bikes Vivace 2.0 Cycling cap Awesome socks Bib Shorts In conjunction with our appreciated sponsors, Tomlin Sports Marketing, Opus Bikes and Outer Limit Sports, we are pleased to announce that we will be giving away an Opus Bikes Vivace 2.0. This beautiful carbon machine with Di2 Ultegra electronic grouppo has a MRSP value of $5,000! GranFondo PEI 3-Day Experience registrants will receive three tickets, and 1-Day Experience registrants will receive one ticket. Additional tickets will not be available for purchase, the Big Prize is a GranFondo PEI registrant exclusive!

9 FAQ The answers to some of the most common questions you may have when you are coming to ride with us! Where do we check in and register? All GranFondo riders can check in at the GranFondo Village at the Eastlink Centre. Address is 58 Kensington Rd, Charlottetown. Red Shores Entrance. Please check out the Schedule for when the GranFondo Village and participant check in is open. Participant wrist band IDs will co-ordinate with bike tags to facilitate secure storage of owner's bikes at the Fondo Village as well as indicate inclusion at designated eating establishments. A limited number of extra banquet tickets can be purchased for non riders at the registration desk. What if I experience a mechanical during my ride? It is advised to be equipped with a mini tool and the necessities to repair a flat. Saturday s ride will have an aid vehicle but help may take some time. It s always best to be self sufficient. We want to ride next year, what are the dates for 2018? We would love to have you come ride with us next year! Our event is the last weekend in August every year, making it the 24th to 26th for 2018! I am not sure about the sizing of the jerseys and hope we selected the right size. Are they unisex sizing? We now have both men s and womens s cut designs. We do order some extra for some flexibility. We will do our best to look after your needs! I'm interested in learning more, where do I sign up for a mailing list? You can add your address to the mailing list to keep up to date... Can you please tell me what your refund policy is? We understand that in life, not everything goes as planned. We have a fair refund policy that gives you fair value, but also lets us commit. Ride with us next year and you don't miss out on a dime! REFUND POLICY 75% refund until June 1st or deferral to next year 50% refund from June 1st to Aug 1st or deferral to next year No refund after Aug 1st; however we will defer to next year up until 7 days before the event

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