Gran Fondo Maryland
Gran Fondo Maryland is a gran fondo-style mass-participation ride in Frederick, MD, US, scheduled for September 19, 2027, covering roughly 88 miles.
About riding in Maryland
Maryland spans the Appalachian hills in the west, rolling Piedmont farmland in the middle and the flat Eastern Shore near the Chesapeake Bay. Spring and fall are the most comfortable seasons, with hot, humid summers.
Estimated finish times
The route is about 88 miles. Here is the moving time at a steady average speed. It is a flat-ground baseline: climbing, wind, stops at aid stations and group riding all move the real number, so treat it as a starting range.
| Average speed | Moving time |
|---|---|
| 10 mph | 8h 48m |
| 12 mph | 7h 20m |
| 14 mph | 6h 17m |
| 16 mph | 5h 30m |
| 18 mph | 4h 53m |
Most recreational riders average 12–16 mph on rolling terrain in a group, and less on hilly routes.
Plan your ride
Paste the event's RideWithGPS route into the planner (many organizers publish one) to see your projected finish time, the headwind or tailwind you'll face, the temperature range, and how much to eat and drink. The ride date is pre-filled.
Open the Ride Planner · Gran fondo vs. sportive vs. century
Other events nearby
- Gettysburg Fall Cycling Weekend — October 23–25, 2026, Gettysburg, PA, US (32 mi away)
- Armed Forces Cycling Classic — June 5, 2027, Arlington, VA, US (40 mi away)
- Three Creek Century — September 19, 2027, Carlisle Pennsylvania, US (56 mi away)
- Adamstown Dirty Dozen Hill Climb — October 2, 2027, Reinholds, PA, US (91 mi away)
Listing sourced from granfondoguide; last verified 2026-10-12. Dates and details can change, so confirm with the organizer before you register or travel.