Nat Bromhead
Bicycling Australia’s debut Snowy Classic Gran Fondo was held a year ago in March 2022 and the alpine event proved a hit with well over 1000 cyclists enjoying the closed-road ride.
Back again, and with more riders expected to take on the nation’s best climbs and descents, the 2023 Snowy Classic is on Saturday April 1.
With the event just weeks away, registrations are closing soon and the start line list is filling fast. Keen to join the action and ride the 110km or 170km Snowy Classic course? Our tip is to register via the event website ASAP.
Jindabyne Start Then Up Up Up
Riders from across Australia will again descend upon Jindabyne to tackle one of two epic courses – the 170km Maxi Classic with 2830 meters of climbing, or the 110km Challenge Classic with 1451 vertical metres.
Both routes showcase some of the nation’s best rural and alpine cycling, and take in iconic Australian pastoral vistas prior to hitting the challenging climbs such as the mighty Beloka.
Offering a true European-style cycling experience, the event features fully closed roads extending from Jindabyne to Hilltop, Rocky Plain, Berridale, Dalgety, Beloka and Perisher Valley.
For further details on the 2023 Snowy Classic, and to register, visit www.SnowyClassic.com.au
Riders will depart from Kosciuszko Rd, Jindabyne from early on Saturday April 1, and pass through the finish line (at the same location) later in the morning and into the afternoon.
Locals, whether cycling enthusiasts or not, are encouraged to join the action in decorating their front gardens, cheering on the riders and taking in the festival atmosphere.
The Event Village at Town Centre carpark, Jindabyne (opposite Banjo Paterson Park) will be cycling central as fans and supporters cheer on the riders. The village will feature something for everyone – from local produce at the food stalls, to a beer and wine bar, live music, cycling industry exhibitor stands and more.
The Snowy Classic is proudly supported by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW.
Snowy Classic organisers extend a special thank you to Destination NSW, Snowy Monaro Council, Tourism Snowy Mountains, Department of Transport and Main Roads, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, and NSW Police for their ongoing support and assistance.
Register & Book You Accom Now!
The Snowy Classic is a significant challenge and a great way to kickstart your 2023 cycling year. Our tip is to sign up for the event, book your accomodation, and start training! More info on training for the 110km and 170km course can be found here on our website – here’s a helpful article to help get you started.
About The Classics
The Snowy Classic is part of The Classics series by Bicycling Australia, the nation’s most established and highly respected cycling media platform, in print and online for over 30 years and 237 editions.
There are five national events which form The Classics series: the Bowral Classic, Clare Classic, Mudgee Classic, Noosa Classic and Snowy Classic.
The team are proudly the primary and most experienced providers of Gran Fondo cycling events in Australia with safety always the number one priority.
For further details on the 2023 Snowy Classic, and to register, visit www.SnowyClassic.com.au
