The new event in the series has a 16.7km time trial on Friday with start and finish in Plaza Lagoi and a total elevation of 260m. The undulating roads vary from 2 to 59m above sea level.
The Granfondo Classic on Saturday is the qualifying distance for the World Championships. The start and finish are located in Simpang Lagoi for a total distance of 140km that is done in a clockwise way. Total elevation is 1200m which are mainly achieved from the road who is always going up and down without a long climb.
Bintan is a tropical island located on Singapore’s doorstep. It is accessible via a short 50 minutes’ ferry ride. For most international travelers, the easiest and most efficient way to get to Bintan Island is via Singapore. Bintan Island is just a 50-minute ride on a high-speed catamaran ferry from Singapore.
On Sunday, riders have the option to also take part in the 111km long Gran Fondo Century which is not a qualifying event with an overall ranking over the three days.