April 27, 2015 – Registration closes Friday at midnight for the Giro Epoca d’Oro, an Eroica-inspired retro ride on May 3rd. Time is running out to register! Register here now! Inspired by the Erioca event, which graces the rural strade bianche (white roads) of Tuscany, La Bicicletta is presenting this Giro Epoca d’Oro retro cycling event. If you love the sport of cycling as well as appreciate the beauty of its history then you will want to join us on May 3rd as we pay homage to the past. Cyclists on vintage bikes (pre-1987 era) and wearing the garb from a golden era (‘epoca d’oro’) of cycling will unite to ride the rural roads of southern Ontario. This will be a social event and group bike ride, with breakfast and lunch. More info about the event here.

Date: Sunday, May 3rd

Location: Polski Dom, a beautiful rural venue outside Kitchener

Route options: There will be two routes available: the 55km Gregario Route and the longer 72km Campionissimo Route. Both routes will have “strade bianche” sections! The Gregario Route will have 5 sections totaling 15.3km, and the Campionissimo Route will have 7 sections totaling 19.0km. Click here for more details…

Equipment: The spirit of the ride is to show off and enjoy your pre-1987 equipment, but if you only have modern gear, come with and and enjoy just the same! Click for more details on helmet requirements, tire recommendations, etc.

Registration: Pre-registration is $65, and closes Friday night at midnight. There is no day-of registration. Click here to register now. Fee includes pre- and post-ride meals, plus beer and wine.

Any questions, or to stay informed on event info, equipment tips, ride reconnaissance, etc, subscribe to the event email list by writing to: giroepocadoro@labicicletta.com.