Join our virtual Granfondo Yunnan Challenge from 7 November onwards!

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In addition to our ‘real’ race in Chengjiang on 29 November, we are happy to announce our brand new Virtual Granfondo Yunnan Challenge hosted by Kinomap! Kinomap is one the world’s leaders in mobile cycling apps that gives users an authentic feeling of cycling in the area of choice as it uses real video footage scenery instead of animated computer graphics. With special thanks to Nicolas Raybaud, Granfondo Yunnan participant from 2017 to 2019, we have selected three stages for you to race on and challenge yourself from the comfort of your own stationary bike trainer at home, and this from Saturday 7 November to Friday 27 November inclusive.

Most importantly: you can join our Challenge free of charge - with thanks to Kinomap.

The three stages in our virtual Granfondo Yunnan Challenge are:

  • 7-13 November: Mangshi: the course of the 2019 Prologue to the Silver Pagoda

  • 14-20 November: Dali: the fast ride along Erhai Lake including the new climb with amazing views from last year

  • 21-27 November: Lijiang: the final 24 km of the giant Jade Dragon Snow Mountain climb to Maoniuping

The people who score the fastest time in each stage and within the given timeframe will win prizes, and among all participants of each stage there will also be a lucky draw for more prizes.

Registration is easy and has two options: you can subscribe for free on Kinomap using a coupon code, or if you do not possess a credit card you can also sign up via a simple form and we send you a free activation code. Of course, first you need to download the Kinomap app. All details on how to join and use the app can be found on our dedicated webpage.

Kinomap is a training app and it is free to download on your mobile device or tablet. Once connected to your bike trainer (by bluetooth), the app takes control of your trainer or cardio training equipment by adjusting the resistance or inclination according to the elevation in the video. The speed of the video will also be adapted to your speed. Kinomap is the world’s largest fully geolocated video sharing platform, and is also the app of choice for professional cycling events such as the Hammer Series and major international granfondo events such as La Marmotte and L’Etape du Tour de France.

Take in the great scenery of the Colourful Yunnan Granfondo Cycling Festival and enjoy the challenge!

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