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Weather set to make Gran Fondo 'more challenging than normal'

Sunday, 23 July 2023 07:31

1,000+ cyclists expected to take part

Heavy rain is expected to make today’s Gran Fondo Isle of Man ‘more challenging than normal’.

Organisers say the Gran, Medio and Piccolo events will start as scheduled (23 July).

That’s 9.30am, 9.45am and 10am respectively.

However the Gran Fondo has been shortened - you can find out more HERE.

Riders are being told to take ‘additional caution’ especially when descending the course.  

More than 1,000 competitors from 14 different countries are expected to take part.

Local rider Beckie Storrie is the favourite to take the women’s title.

She says she’s proud to be representing the Isle of Man:

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