Notable climbsCat 4
- category
- Cat 4
- Distance
- 72.5-74.7 km
- climb distance
- 2.2 km
- elevation gain
- 108 m
- average gradient
- 4.9%
- max gradient
- 18%
- climb score
- 10,927
Back to eventsItaly 路 Mixed
Gran Fondo Strade Bianche 2026
Gran Fondo Strade Bianche 2026 took place in Siena with Gran Fondo and Medio Fondo routes over road and white gravel sectors, finishing in Piazza del Campo.
MixedSold out
87-138 kmdistance range
1,350-2,000 m D+elevation range
16Preparation
60days ago
Analyzed route
Course
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Route climbing analysis
Principal climbs
Analyzed routeGran Fondo
137.4 kmDistance
2,388 mElevation
143-372 maltitude range
18%max gradient
3climbs
Notable climbsCat 4
- category
- Cat 4
- Distance
- 124.4-127.3 km
- climb distance
- 2.9 km
- elevation gain
- 96 m
- average gradient
- 3.3%
- max gradient
- 18%
- climb score
- 9,504
Notable climbsCat 4
- category
- Cat 4
- Distance
- 135.3-137.1 km
- climb distance
- 1.8 km
- elevation gain
- 80 m
- average gradient
- 4.5%
- max gradient
- 18%
- climb score
- 8,100
Distances, climbing and preparation
Route comparison
| Route | Distance | Elevation | Profile | Preparation | Simulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran FondoMixed | 138 km | 2,000 m | Hilly | 16 weeks | 5h 15m View assumptions and open personalized simulationAverage cyclist assumptions: 路 72 kg 路 FTP 250 W 路 surface-based bike and tires 路 no drafting 路 variable pacing Simulate this route |
| Medio FondoMixed | 87 km | 1,350 m | Hilly | 12 weeks | 3h View assumptions and open personalized simulationAverage cyclist assumptions: 路 72 kg 路 FTP 250 W 路 surface-based bike and tires 路 no drafting 路 variable pacing Simulate this route |
Event brief
Training tips
Gran Fondo is a 137.7 km mixed route with 2000 m of climbing, hilly terrain, and high endurance demand. GPX analysis adds route-specific climb and gradient detail for preparation.
Use the 16-week preparation window to build steady endurance around long aerobic rides that reflect the 137.7 km distance and 2000 m of climbing.
Include repeated climbing work because the route stacks 3 climbs, 2000 m of ascent, and ramps up to 18% where the profile is confirmed.
Practice pacing, braking, and line choice on mixed terrain so handling stays controlled when fatigue builds.
Because the event is timed, Plan a conservative opening effort and keep intensity repeatable across the main climbs before the 7 hours cutoff.
Rehearse fueling and bottle access during hilly endurance rides so intake remains consistent across 137.7 km and 2000 m of climbing.