Welcome to the 2012 Alliance Ride!

The Alliance Ride is going, in global terms, “Gran Fondo”- like.  Gran Fondo means "Big Ride" in Italian and typically covers 100+ miles of cycling.  While we are offering a Short Fondo in 2012, the event will move into the century category soon!  

The Alliance Ride event is a police managed, closed road race encompassing a well designed 25 mile loop through the city of Alpharetta.  Those wanting a bigger challenge can take the course twice to race the half century distance of 50 miles.  The start of the race is fast and flat, and stays gently rolling for the remainder of the ride until you reach the last 2 miles.  You will break up any lactic acid build up as you turn into the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater hill, and then cruise to the bottom of Mount Jackson (as coined by our title sponsor employees) for a final fun climb to the sprint finish line.

The Alliance Ride is open to recreational and competitive amateur cyclists, and riders of all abilities may participate.  Some cyclists enter for the challenge and satisfaction of making it to the finish line; others want to push themselves and their friends; and some ride to win!  Regardless, the Gran Fondo style format is an unforgettable cycling experience and something you will talk about until we go long next year!

Throughout the day, medical and mechanical support will be stationed along the course for anyone in need of assistance. Volunteers will be present on the course at any turn on the course to direct participants.  Volunteers on motorbikes will be circling the course as well, ready and able to help anyone in need. Along the route, participants will enjoy well-stocked rest stops. A great post-race party will await participants at the finish line.

Registration is $30 for the 25 mile and $45 for the 50 mile ride.

With plenty of food, drink, nutrition and special exhibits from our local military, the Alliance Ride makes for a very memorable day for all who attend.