I Rode The World's FASTEST Gran Fondo

Dan Lloyd heads to the UAE to take on the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge, renowned as one of the fastest Gran Fondos in the entire world. To tackle these high-speed desert roads, Dan "borrows" the ultimate aero setup, featuring a Pinarello Dogma F and Princeton CarbonWorks wheels. Join us to see if Dan can survive the frantic bunch sprint and secure his qualification for the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships!

Chapters: ⏱️
00:00 - Intro: The Challenge
00:32 - Stealing the Ultimate Superbike
01:28 - Race Day Preparation
01:51 - The 96km Route Map
03:24 - Race Start: High Speeds in the Bunch
06:09 - Bike Check: Pinarello Dogma F
09:00 - The "Flyover" Climb
10:11 - The Final Sprint
11:27 - Results & The Podium

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That was a seriously fast day in the desert! 💨 What is the highest average speed you’ve ever maintained over a long-distance ride or race? Let us know in the comments below! 👇

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