2024-05-10 07:06:53
You may have seen the lime green”GFNY” bunting jumping along Route 9W. Yes, Gran Fondo New York is back and coming to Rockland and North Jersey on Sunday, May 19th.
The race attracts thousands of riders from all over the world. And it causes significant traffic disruptions.
The Gran Fondo has 50 and 100-mile cycling courses and both run through the country. This means traffic detours and delays can be expected as large pelotons of riders come through.
This year, a professional race called “Gran Premio New York” will kick off the race.
What to expect along the route
The race starts at the George Washington Bridge. The lower level will be closed overnight on Saturday and until 09:00 on Sunday.
In New Jersey, Hudson Terrace in Fort Lee and Henry Hudson Drive will be closed Sunday.
The track uses Route 9W, which runs from 7-9 am. close to vehicles from Alpine, New Jersey, to Nyack will close.
In Stony Point, riders tackle Mott Farm Road, Gate Hill and Cheesecote Mountain, with an 18% grade, the steepest part of the course. The course runs along Harriman State Park.
Heading south, riders pass through Ramapo, Clarkstown and Orangetown, including the Joseph B. Clarke tracks track in Blauvelt. The lane does not go to the Palisades Interstate Parkway, but will close entrance and exit ramps at exits 2, 3 and 4.
The terminus is in Fort Lee, New Jersey, where a huge street party-style celebration is planned.
Find out more
Many local cyclists participate every year. If you are interested, get information about fees and registration nyc.gfny.com.
If you are not riding but want to join in, course flags are still required. Contact [email protected] to volunteer; for questions, contact [email protected].
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