Professional cyclist George Hincapie retired this past Sunday after competing in the USA Pro Cycling Challenge. The rider, who competed in the Tour de France a record 17 times, had been a pro for 19 years. Instead of just hanging up the cycling shoes Hincapie – who wants to spend more time with his wife and kids – will be riding in his native South Carolina foothills this October and invites anyone to join him for the Hincapie Gran Fondo.
The Fondo will start and finish at La Bastide, the 29-acre French country inn and estate in the Blue Ridge foothills recently purchased by Rich and George Hincapie. Adult riders will have three ride options—15, 50, and 80 miles—traveling along George’s favorite training routes ridden in preparation for races such as the Tour of Flanders, Paris-Roubaix, and the Tour de France. The peek of leaves changing color will ensure a scenic setting, while kids can participate in a ride of their own.
To send George Hincapie off in style, there will also be exhibitors, food vendors, kids rides and local bands.
The Hincapie Gran Fondo is sponsored by Hincapie Sportswear, Medalist Sports, BMC, Greenville Hospital Systems, Bonk Breaker and Oakley. Proceeds will benefit three Greenville charities including Meals on Wheels.
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