Elite’s partnership with GFNY started with Gran Fondo New York 2012 and both parties renewed their commitment yet again

NEW YORK CITY, June 1, 2023 – Italy based Elite specializes in the research, development and production of smart trainers, sports bottles, and bottle cages. It’s the number one bike bottle supplier for professional cycling. 

“Our unwavering dedication to developing products that maximize performance and elevate user experience perfectly aligns with GFNY’s mission,” says Peter Lago of Elite.  “We are excited to continue this incredible journey with GFNY, supporting them in delivering extraordinary and impactful cycling events that captivate riders worldwide.”

At the GFNY World Championship NYC, riders expect the best – and get it: the Elite Fly, world’s lightest bike bottle that packs 700ml yet builds like a sleek 500ml bottle is given to all riders during registration and handed roadside during the race. 

“We have a tremendous respect for the work and passion at Elite,” says GFNY CEO Uli Fluhme. “Partnering with Elite for GFNYs second edition eleven years ago was a personal dream come true. Even more so, having Elite as a partner on GFNY’s side through all these years ever since in a fast changing world, is a huge honor for us. Elite’s products are nothing short of spectacular – and the team is a pleasure to work with.”

About GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series

GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series is a sports event company with three decades of experience in racing, planning and organizing events. The global endurance sports brand hosts multiple events throughout the year around the world on five continents.

Working with partners around the world to deliver a first-class experience, GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series puts its athletes first.

Cycling

30-plus events held around the world. View the latest calendar here

Riders get to BE A PRO FOR A DAY ® by competing against others, themselves and the clock in a personal endurance challenge.

Top 10% (20% at regional championships) of finishers in each age group qualify for the Elite Qualifier Corral at every GFNY World event.

GFNY World Championship NYC

The 12th annual GFNY World Championship New York will be held on May 19, 2024. The race features the world’s most international peloton with riders from over 90 countries. Athletes take on a challenging route to compete against each other, the clock and themselves in a personal endurance challenge.

The official GFNY website is: www.gfny.com.

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY World Championship NYC video: here

GFNY Press Images: here 

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

Media Contact

Gran Fondo New York Inc.

Uli Fluhme,

Caroline Lindsay,