Bottega Gran Fondo

09/15/2016

An overdue note to all of our wonderful past participants - THANK YOU for your patience as we look to share details for 2017. Any questions can be sent to [email protected].

08/09/2016

What a race. What an athlete. What grace she had post race. We're sharing Carmichael Training Systems analysis. And ladies...CTS will be in The Napa Valley for http://trainright.com/camp/napa-womens-cycling-clinic/ Oct 6-7

Team USA's Mara Abbott rode an impeccable Olympic Road Race, and it's even more incredible once you understand what she was up against.

08/05/2016

Two Special Napa Valley Invitations

October 6th - 7th: Napa Valley in the fall is the perfect setting for two days on the bike with the CTS coaching team. Along with increasing your skills and confidence in climbing and descending, you’ll experience a few culinary treats from our world-class wine country. And, or course, you'll likely...

08/04/2016

We LOVE Giordana Cycling. They've made us look good for 3 years. Grazie Giorgio + Giordana + the entire team. As Giorgio says "the company is only as good as its employees!" PLEASE do check out this video from BICYCLING magazine http://www.bicycling.com/bikes-gear/reviews/behind-the-brand-giordana

08/02/2016

Climbing? That's what we do in The Napa Valley - after all, the valley floor is only 5 miles wide. SO LADIES - we've sharing a special Carmichael Training Systems CLIMBING CAMP this October 6-7. Build your strength + confidence both UP and DOWN the mountains. Details are here: http://trainright.com/camp/napa-womens-cycling-clinic/ MAYBE you'll be the next QOM!

Our most popular camps, CTS Cycling Climbing Camp provides 1-on-1 instruction, training with power, and skills work to make you faster uphill and downhill.

07/29/2016

We know a thing or two about LOBSTER....after all, we served lobster rolls on top of the mountains in Angwin, California at Outpost Estate Wines at our inaugural event. We have heard this dinner is going to be quite the feast!

07/26/2016

The New York Times published this great story about Sports Photographers...we only wish we could head to Brooklyn to see this special show. A toast to Bob Cullinan and those who capture the moment...forever....http://nyti.ms/2a7JRou

An exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum invites visitors to reconsider work that has long been seen as ephemeral.

07/22/2016

We wanted to share this great piece of content as the summer heats up. In fact, this might be our new reality: the only thing certain in life are death, taxes and global warming. To stay cool during your summer time rides, you've gotta check out Spruzza Mist...they were with us at our BGF Mercato 2016....Spruzza 100% works...keeps you cool when you are hot...you gotta eat, drink and stay cool. Read on! http://www.bikeradar.com/road/gear/article/8-tips-from-the-pros-for-staying-cool-when-cycling-in-the-heat-47563/

No matter how much preparation a team does for the Tour de France if the riders aren’t prepared for high temperatures it can end

07/18/2016

In case you missed it, great piece from San Francisco Chronicle about our guy Matt Accarrino along with our new found friends both amazing cyclists + chefs Lentine Alexis + Chris Cosentino http://www.sfchronicle.com/restaurants/article/Why-Bay-Area-chefs-love-cycling-8376610.php

Traits often associated with Tour de France cyclists, currently racing through July 24, can just as easily describe what it takes to be in the restaurant business. San Francisco is the nation’s third-largest bicycling city, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2012 American Community Survey, and it...

07/12/2016

We loved Lucas Euser at Bottega Gran Fondo - here's your chance to see him and support such a great cause Bikes For Tots. September is a beautiful time The Napa Valley. Join the ride + the dinner Round Pond Estate and know you're $ are going to underprivileged kids who need bikes. http://bit.ly/29LE36r AND big bonus...Napa Resident, Pro-Cyclist Andrew Talansky also on board and on bike to support Bikes For Tots!

07/11/2016

Our favorite pizza in The Napa Valley is Velo Pizzeria and they're now exhibiting our favorite art from ARTCRANK. Proceeds go to Davis Phinney Foundation. Eat. Drink. Bike. Art!

06/02/2016

It's that time of year here The Napa Valley Auction Napa Valley Here's Clif Family Winery most epic E-Lot you won't want to miss! http://bit.ly/1XT5N8P

Clif Family's Gran Cima Experience - A Weekend of Wine, Food & Cycling An epic weekend of wine, food and cycling for 4 awaits you at the 2017 Bottega Gran Fondo in Napa Valley Dinner for 4 with Clif Family's executive chef John McConnell and a Lexus preferred celebrity guest chef, hosted by our wine...

05/27/2016

Nothing better than reliving our food, wine, beer + cycling weekend! Check out our 2016 video recap.

05/13/2016

We're thinking many of our Fondo cyclists can relate this story...and some more than others! Read on! http://bit.ly/1X83QoA

Never try to out-drink a chef and other assorted tales of woe.

05/13/2016

This Sunday it's the 5th annual NapaBike BIKE FEST! There's something for eveyone - Kidical Mass, Bike Swap, Demos + more! Our favorite Clif Family Winery will be pouring + a few most excellent food trucks. Sunday 10am - 2pm at Oxbow Commons around the corner from Oxbow Public Market

05/05/2016

We're loaded up...not with food, nor wine or beer....but with photos...here's link to albums....more albums to come via email to our 2016 registered riders. Enjoy! http://www.tubayyabut.com/BGF

04/29/2016

Our mobile silent auction is open through Sunday, May 1st at 8pm.
If you didn't have the chance to register on site, please click below to sign up now. Amazing wine and food lots and much more! Proceeds directly benefit NapaBike, Napa Valley Vine Trail and OLE Health

You will receive a text confirmation which allows you to start bidding from your cell phone.

https://vinetrail.ejoinme.org/mb

Register here for our online auction supporting Napa Bike, Vine Trail and Ole Health

04/28/2016

Last Sunday, Ed Green completed the Bottega Gran Fondo. On Tuesday he set off on a 2,400 mile ride along Route 66. Follow along with Ed as he rides in support of the Davis Phinney Foundation

  On April 26th, I am beginning my 2,400 mile solo bicycle ride from the Santa Monica Pier in California, back home to Chicago.  I will be riding along Old Route 66 through California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma and Missouri

04/28/2016

In case you were a little more curious about our partner InGamba Tours, they went ahead and answered that question you had!

The most asked questions about inGamba at this weekends Bottega Gran Fondo:

What are you, some kind of Pro Team?
No. InGamba was born in the pro peloton and we have experience riding and working for some of the biggest teams in the sport, but we are a high-end California-based touring company that offers unforgettable cycling adventures in Portugal, Italy and France. We specialize in making your bicycle trip the vacation of a lifetime.

What does inGamba mean?
InGamba means "in the know" in Italian. We pride ourselves on knowing the best rides, the most delicious meals and the greatest wines of the regions where we travel. Join us and discover how much fun it can be to be "inGamba."

What is included in the price for your trips?
Travel with us and you will never have to reach for your wallet. We got you covered.

How fit do I need to be to enjoy an inGamba vacation?
With our level of support no rider ever gets left behind. Regardless of your fitness level we'll make sure you get all the miles your legs desire.

What are the options if my partner rides less than I do or does not ride at all?
Our trips are not cookie-cutter, set in stone slogs executed by uncaring, unknowing kids. We design our trips based on your needs. We promise it will be an unforgettable experience.

04/28/2016

Saturday morning a group of our team leaders snuck out for a ride. They couldn't resist getting this shot! 📷

04/27/2016

WE NEED YOUR FEEDBACK!!!

We hope you had a great time at the 2016 Bottega Gran Fondo. We are interested in learning more about your experience. We greatly value your opinion and would love to hear from you.

In appreciation for your feedback, you will have the chance to enter to win one of two special Weekender Passes to the 2017 Bottega Gran Fondo event (valued at $425 each).

All responses will be kept confidential. We thank you in advance for your participation and insight. Grazie!

http://t1.fluidsurveys.com/s/2016BGF/

04/24/2016

It's been a great first day of rides, chef demos, wine tastings, beer tastings and all around fun! And we haven't even done the Gran Fondo yet!!!

04/23/2016

Mangia!

04/22/2016

It started with a little rain but the sun has come out for a great first day. Clif Family Winery stepped up to host NapaBike, Alison Dunlap and Andy Hampsten for our Saddle up St. Helena kick off ride.

Silver Trident Winery is open for wine tasting

Lexus is out in full force. And ARTCRANK is ready to rock and roll with Seamus Mullen at Jessup Cellars Gallery.

We're only half way done and the day has so much more. Hurry up, the party is waiting!!!

04/22/2016

After our Saddle up in St. Helena Ride Friday morning we will be showcasing a gallery of bike themed art from ARTCRANK at Jessup Cellars starting in the afternoon. Be sure to come by and see the pieces on display!

04/22/2016

We're kicking off the Bottega Gran Fondo weekend tomorrow morning.

Join us for a ride with Alison Dunlap, Andy Hampsten and a few other fun guests at Clif Family Winery in St. Helena!!!

Let's get the party started!

04/21/2016

A special invitation from Yountville’s newest winery.

Thursday 4/21 and Friday 4/22, Silver Trident Winery has cordially invited Bottega Gran Fondo guests for a wine-tasting of their latest releases. Included in this complimentary tasting are light appetizers.

This Tuscan-style stone building is situated right on Main Street, south of V Marketplace. Everything you see inside—from the art and decorative accents to the furniture and floor coverings, from the serving trays to the crystal wine goblets—has been curated in association with Ralph Lauren Home. And, just like their wines, it's all available to add to your collection. We think it’s pretty unique, and like we’ve mentioned, their wines are fierce!

Hours: 11am – 7:00pm

04/20/2016

Lexus has been a long standing partner of the Bottega Gran Fondo. They're attention to detail, quality and craftsmanship stands up as one of the best auto manufacturers of all time.

Their recognition that their drivers are more than just people buying cars, they are part of a family puts them into a class of their own.

Thank you Lexus for your continuous support of the Bottega family!

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