Canadian Team signs for GP New York City 2025

February 27, 2025

On May 18, 2025, 120 pro cyclists will start just 10 minutes ahead of the GFNY mass participation race with thousands of riders

NEW YORK CITY, February 27, 2025 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The UCI 1.2 men’s elite pro race Gran Premio New York City on May 18, 2025 will commence just ten minutes before the 13th Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC, a mass participation race held on the same course.

The teams

20 teams from over 10 countries will make GP NYC an exciting race. European Pro Tour teams with Grand Tour pedigree will lead the field, followed by Continental Pro teams from the Americas, Europe and Asia. Domestic Elite teams receiving wild cards will round out the field and get to measure themselves with the best.

Team Cannondale Echelon p/b 4iiii (Canada)

Representing Canada, the elite cycling team Cannondale Echelon p/b 4iiii is returning to GP NYC after their strong showing in 2024, snatching up a top 10 with Francis Izquierdo-Bernier.

“This is one of the most important races in our event calendar in North America – and also one of the most fun weekends with an amazing venu and challenging course” says Project Echelon Racing team owner, Alain Codarette.

“There are lots of Elite Teams applying for one of the few, coveted spots available for them,” says GFNY CEO Uli Fluhme. “After showing an active race and good results at the inaugural GP NYC last year, it was a no-brainer for us to ask Cannondale Echelon p/b 4iiii to be back – and I’m glad they are.”

Already announced Teams:

Elite

Cannondale Echelon p/b 4iiii (Canada)

Stay tuned for the next announcements.

The Course

The 85-mile (137 km) course mimics a Belgian spring classic, favoring all-around riders with its challenging climbs and varied terrain. Starting on the George Washington Bridge, racers enjoy unparalleled views of the NYC skyline and the Hudson River. The race continues through charming towns and scenic nature in Bergen County and Rockland County, with the excitement culminating in a finish and festival at Fort Lee, NJ—a convenient location close to NYC, airports, hotels, and highways.

Weekend activations

Fans will have the opportunity to interact with the pros in several ways during race weekend. The Team Presentation will be held on Saturday in the GFNY Village and riders will be available for autograph sessions and even group rides.

The 13th annual NYC Bike Expo, held together with the packet pickup for riders at the GFNY Festival Village in Fort Lee on May 16 and 17, will be the hub for all activities and provide companies the opportunity to showcase their products to an attractive demographic.

Sponsorship Opportunities

The format of this event, with a professional race and a large-scale international mass participation race taking place on the same course simultaneously, provides an unparalleled exposure opportunity.

Cycling aligns with key global issues—health and the environment—making GFNY an ideal partner for brands focused on these priorities.

Sponsors gain direct access to participants and spectators, bypassing traditional and often ineffective advertising metrics.

Interested in joining this revolutionary event? Contact GFNY to learn about a variety of sponsorship options, including experiential and visibility opportunities.

More news to come

As GFNY prepares for this ground-breaking race format, more news about the race is going to be shared. Stay tuned in the GFNY facebook page, on instagram, subscribe to GFNY email newsletters by going to gfny.com and providing your email address.

Website: gpnyc.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 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 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

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, uli@gfny.com

Caroline Lindsay, caroline@gfny.com