The Michelob Ultra GFNY Pittsburgh-Monroeville is a brand new addition to the GFNY USA calendar

NEW YORK CITY, October 16, 2024 – GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series adds a new race to the GFNY USA series: Michelob Ultra GFNY Pittsburgh – Monroeville, scheduled for September 21, 2025.

The competitive long distance is 70 miles long with 7756 ft of climbing, making it the hardest race in the GFNY USA calendar.  The recreational medium distance is 41 miles long and will tackle the same 10 climbs as the long route, and the same on-course support and safety. Police officers from every local police department will be posted along the entire route to ensure a safe race for every GFNY participant.

Start and finish will be in Monroeville, just 15 minutes east of Pittsburgh. The course will take riders through scenic Allegheny and Westmoreland Counties.  Expo and packet pickup will be held at Boyce Park, which is a part of the county’s 12,000 acre network of nine parks.

“We are so excited to host GFNY, welcoming cycling enthusiasts from all over the world to Pittsburgh and Monroeville!” says Amy Capcara, Director of Sales, Marketing, and Events of Visit Monroeville.  “We know this event is more than just a race – it’s a showcase of endurance, community, and the love for the sport. Best of luck to all participants and we hope you’ll extend your stay to enjoy all our area has to offer!”

“A big thank you to Pittsburgh-Monroeville for receiving GFNY with open arms,” said GFNY President Lidia Fluhme. “We’re excited to become part of the local cycling community in Pittsburgh and to bring GFNY riders from across the country and abroad to town. Riders will get a tough racecourse thanks to the numerous hills in the area. Bring your climbing legs!”

Registration is now open at pgh.gfny.com/register/. The early bird pricing until October 31 offers a significant discount compared to the final entry fee.

Website: pgh.gfny.com

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.

The official GFNY website is: gfny.com.

Cycling – Mass Participation

Dozens of races are 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.

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

Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC

The 13th annual Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York will be held on May 18, 2025. The race features the world’s most international peloton with riders from over 90 countries. It is so international that it’s often described as the United Nations of cycling. Athletes take on a challenging route to compete against each other, the clock, and themselves in a personal endurance challenge.

The official Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC website is NYC.GFNY.COM.

Cycling – Pro Racing

At Gran Premio New York City, professional teams race the same course as riders at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC – but with a 10-minute head start. The second edition will be held on May 18, 2025 and aims to be at 1.1 level with World Tour teams racing.

The official Gran Premio New York City website is GP.GFNY.COM.

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY Pittsburgh-Monroeville 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,