By Giro D’Italia Like a Pro USA
St. Augustine, FL – [December 9, 2024] – The thrill of Italian cycling is back! The Giro D’Italia Ride Like a Pro USA returns to St. Augustine on January 18-19, 2025, promising an even bigger and better experience following the success of the inaugural event in 2024. With 350 cyclists participating last year, this year’s event is set to attract even more enthusiasts.
Race Highlights:
- Race Loops: Participants can choose from 33, 60, and 86-mile loops, and there’s a 4-mile kids’ race to ensure young cyclists are included.
- Exciting Prizes: Amazing prizes up for grabs for race winners and participants, including a chance to win a trip to Italy for a tour.
- Italian Festival Atmosphere: Enjoy a weekend filled with Italian flair, fare, and fun, perfect for the entire family.
- Event Features: Live music, prizes, giveaways, and a competitive Gran Fondo race create a vibrant festival atmosphere.
Event Details:
- Dates: January 18-19, 2025
- Location: World Golf Village Renaissance, St. Augustine, FL
- Activities: Besides the competitive races, enjoy a casual fun ride, live music, the Tour of Italy Expo Village, and a gourmet Italian dinner.
Tour of Italy Expo Village: The Expo Village is a pivotal part of the event, offering participants a taste of a major professional event like the Giro d’Italia. It serves as the official packet pick-up location and features leading brands in sports, fitness, health, and Italian-themed vendors. More than 1,000 attendees are expected, providing great exposure for new and upcoming companies in Florida and the Southeast United States.
About Giro D’Italia: Founded in 1909, the Giro d’Italia is the second-largest professional cycle race in the world, owned by La Gazzetta dello Sport. It attracts over 2 million spectators and is televised in 198 countries. Today, Giro D’Italia races are held in six countries around the world.
The Venue – St. Augustine, Florida: St. Augustine, America’s oldest city, boasts a rich culture and several attractions that draw visitors to Florida. The race will be held at the World Golf Village Renaissance, a relaxing haven in a celebrated travel destination.
About the Organizers: LJ Cycling Enterprises, owned by Lars Graff, holds the exclusive license to operate the Giro Ride Like a Pro race in the United States. Partnering with DRC Sports Athletic Event Management, they aim to create a premier event celebrating world-class Italian cycling heritage in a fun, healthy, and clean environment.
Join Us: Spend an exciting winter weekend in Florida and experience the ultimate cycling event with Italian flair. Gear up and get ready for the Giro D’Italia Ride Like a Pro in St. Augustine!
For more information and to register, visit
Website: giroridelikeapro-usa.com
Insta: @GiroRideLikeAProUSA
Facebook: GiroRideLikeAPro-USA
Sign up here for the race: Sign up here for the race:
https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/SaintAugustine/GirodItaliaRideLikeaProUSA
Contact Name: Vickie Gunnarsson
Title: Partnership and PR Director
Phone: +1 (305) 299 – 7917
Email: vg@victoryrights.com
