the event is meant to blend an italian cycling style within the city, and is anticipated to surpass any previous cycling events in the history of south america
another popular cycling event, open to the public, is the annual rio circuit which is the main sporting event in march - travelling along coast lines and hillstops the track winds through rio de janeiro and neighboring niterói - it is considered an excellent way to see the city and get some exercise
the federaçăo de ciclismo do estado de rio de janeiro, fecierj, is the state run organization responsible for most of the cycling clubs - they play an important role in organizing amateur events and competitions throughout rio de janeiro - the styles of events range from from professional, to amateur, and are often open to visitors and the general public - the weekly cicloturismo event, usually lasts a couple of months throughout the year
a wonderful source of up to date information on local bicycling events, and other news, is available on the blog eu vou de bike (i go by bicycle) - it publishes routes, chats forums, and a detailed calendar which can be viewed on this page.
