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giovanni wrote a new post 4 months, 1 week ago
The term “Granfondo” was first used in Italy in 1971, originating with the Nove Colli race in Cesenatico, one of the oldest and most famous Granfondos. The term translates to “Big Ride” in English and refers […]
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giovanni commented on the post, COVID-19 club guidelines 4 years, 8 months ago
Peter,
another thing for reflection for the committee is that in the unlikely event of a serious outbreak such as other countries are experiencing, social riding can be still a risk for the health care system. Italy is experiencing a shortage of intense care spots and life support facilities at the hospital, therefore a potential bike incident…[Read more] -
giovanni commented on the post, ride routes 3rd – 9th august 5 years, 3 months ago
In regards to Rule #6 I wrote my own post here:
http://giovannifirmani.blogspot.com/2019/07/cycling-in-italy-is-undoubtedly-very.html -
giovanni commented on the post, SPR Giro d'Italia Dinner 5 years, 6 months ago
Sorry to be a pain but “Giovanni” is spelled with double ‘n’. ‘Giovani’ means ‘young’ in Italian.
Ciao Giovanni
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giovanni commented on the post, ride routes 2nd – 8th february 5 years, 9 months ago
I have just noticed the change of start time on Sundays. Although well highlighted in pink, I would strongly recommend to send and email to all the mailing-list subscribers with ONLY this information. Generally the emails are very long and somebody could potentially miss this important communication.
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giovanni commented on the post, Rouleurs in Italy 2018 – Info Night 7 years ago
For anyone interested, I will be in Italy next July in the area of Southern Tuscany where I and my family usually spend our European summer holidays. If you will be nearby in the same period, send me an email and I can organise for you amazing rides on the local hills and reach the great mountain “Monte Amiata” with really wonderful scenarios.
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giovanni started the topic Bicycle for humanity in the forum General Discussion 7 years, 5 months ago
Dear all,
I have just found out about this great charity organisation:Bicycles for Humanity Western Australia (B4HWA) is part of an exciting global volunteer-run, non-profit organisation that uses donated bikes to help alleviate poverty through sustainable transport.
If you have any bike or spare components that you do…[Read more]
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giovanni became a registered member 7 years, 7 months ago