Castelli and Canadian Cycling Magazine want to send you to ride in Italy in the Dolomites. We’ve put together a package valued at $7,000 that includes entry into the Maratona dles Dolomites, full kit by Castelli, airfare, accommodation and more.

Narrow roads through the countryside and switchback routes up mountain passes bring cyclists to Italy and Maratona dles Dolomites for once-in-a-lifetime riding. The gran fondo features seven iconic climbs: Passo Campolongo, Passo Pordoi, Passo Sella, Passo Gardena, Passo Giau, Passo Valparola and Mür dl Giat. Thousands of riders take on this challenge each year. Thousands more try to get in but can’t because of the event’s popularity. Castelli, the maker of cycling clothing, and Canadian Cycling Magazine are giving away an exclusive entry to the big event to one lucky rider.

To enter the Maratona dles Dolomites contest presented by Castelli and Canadian Cycling Magazine:

Tell us why you’re excited and up for the challenge of riding the Maratona dles Dolomites.

Send us a photo that supports your entry.

Email your words and photo to Castelli/Canadian Cycling Magazine Italian Dream Trip

Deadline: May 25, 2015

Seven finalists will be chosen from all the submissions. Then, from May 27 to June 2, readers will vote on the final grand prize winner.

Grand Prize Details

The dream cycling getaway to Italy includes:

airfare from Canada to Venice, arriving July 1

tour of Castelli HQ on July 1

transportation to Corvara

three days of riding in the Italian Dolomites

entry into the Maratona dles Dolomites on July 5

return airfare to Canada on July 6

food and lodging for the entire stay in Italy

clothing by Castelli: one Aero Race 5.0 jersey, one Climber’s 2.0 jersey, one Free Aero Race bib shorts and one Velo vest

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