(Jun. 28) – The summer breeze brings a touch of pink to California and the spirit of Giro d’Italia arrives in the United States: the first edition of Gran Fondo Giro d’Italia will be in Pasadena on July 22nd. The presentation of the cycling event organized by Giro d’Italia took place in front of the magnificent Pasadena City Hall, at the presence of the Mayor of Pasadena, Bill Bogaard, the Italian Consul General in Los Angeles, Giuseppe Perrone, and the Italian Trade Commission Director, Carlo Angelo Bocchi. The mayoral address conveyed all the pride of Pasadena’s cycling tradition. Named the most bike-friendly city in LA County, Pasadena has 50 miles of bike routes. “This event will offer an opportunity for California residents to experience a typical Italian event, like the ones associated with the Giro d’Italia/Gran Fondo,” said Consul General Perrone. “In the Americans’ perception, it represents not just a major sport event, but also a way to learn and appreciate the Italian lifestyle.” The event format is geared, in addition to exciting and scenic courses, on a 2-day expo, where tens of Italian companies will be able to present their merchandise. The next appointment will be held in Miami and Coral Gables in November, with an exotic edition in sunny Florida. (Red)
