- 26 Days
- 19 Hours
- 46 Minutes
- 21 Seconds
ALL THE FUN OF GRAN FONDO ARGENTINA FOR KIDS, WHERE “FINISHING IS WINNING”
The Mini Fondo Kids is a recreational and educational activity for children and teens aged 4 to 15 years old. Its aim is to promote cycling as a tool for social transformation in a safe, inclusive, and fun environment.
Important information
- Date: 10/10/2026
- Time: 14:00:00
- Start: Sarmiento Park Cycling Track
- Finish: Sarmiento Park Cycling Track
- Elevation: -------
- age: 4-13 years old
Dates
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Friday 9:
9:00 to 19:00 hs.: Kids' registration.
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Saturday 10:
9:00 to 13:00 hs.: Kids' registration.
14:00 hs.: Mini Fondo start.
Included in registration:
- Number plate for the bike
- Finisher Medal
- Number for the bike raffle for each category
Mandatory Equipment
- Bicycle in perfect condition.
- Helmet use, properly fastened at all times during the course.
- Not allowed:
- Bicycles with training wheels
- Handlebar extensions, aerobars, or dangerous elements
- Electric bicycles, recumbents, tandems, unicycles
Categories
All categories are mixed-gender (with no distinction by gender).
In the first four categories, “everyone wins”: there is no podium, but all participants receive a finisher medal. Only the KIDS 12–13 category is competitive, with awards for the top three finishers.
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MINIS (4–5 years): 600 mts.
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PEQUES (6–7 years): 1.000 mts.
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NIÑOS 8–9 (8–9 years): 1.700 mts. (1/2 vuelta)
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NIÑOS 10–11 (10–11 years): 3.400 mts. (1 vuelta)
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NIÑOS 12–13 (12–13 years):(12 y 13 años): 6.800 mts. *(2 vueltas)
(*) Participants may be accompanied alongside the course by an adult, either walking or riding a bicycle.
Participation requirements
At the race accreditation (October 10 and 11, 2025), it is mandatory for the father, mother, or legal guardian (responsible adult) of each participant under their care to present, in original:
- Authorization to participate in the race and waiver of liability with handwritten signature, in which the adult authorizes the child’s participation in the race and acknowledges and accepts that the event involves the practice of physical and cycling sports activities with the inherent risks, including but not limited to falls, impacts, physical injuries, accidents, and/or material damages.
- Identification document (ID, identity card, or passport) of the responsible adult.
- Proof of age (ID, identity card, or birth certificate) of the child who will participate.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – MINI FONDO
What is the Mini Fondo?
The Mini Fondo is a cycling experience specially designed for girls and boys to enjoy riding their bicycles and experience their own Gran Fondo in a safe environment prepared especially for them. The activity takes place within the Parque Sarmiento cycling track, and participants are divided into categories according to their age.
What ages can participate?
Girls and boys aged 4 to 13 can participate, divided into different categories according to their age.
Is the Mini Fondo competitive?
In the Mini Fondo, finishing is winning! The main goal is for all children to enjoy the experience of participating in a cycling race in a safe environment, regardless of their level or prior experience.
Is it necessary to have prior cycling experience?
No. It is not necessary to have prior competitive experience. Each participant must be able to handle themselves safely on their bicycle and participate in the category corresponding to their age.
Are participants divided by categories?
Yes. Participants will be divided into categories according to their age, with distances adapted to each group:
MINIS (4-5 years old): 300 meters.
PEQUES (6-7 years old): 1,000 meters.
KIDS 8-9 years old: 1,700 meters (half a lap).
KIDS 10-11 years old: 3,400 meters (1 lap).
KIDS 12-13 years old: 6,800 meters (2 laps).
MINIS (4-5 years old): 300 meters.
PEQUES (6-7 years old): 1,000 meters.
KIDS 8-9 years old: 1,700 meters (half a lap).
KIDS 10-11 years old: 3,400 meters (1 lap).
KIDS 12-13 years old: 6,800 meters (2 laps).
What type of bicycle can be used?
You can participate with different types of bicycles, provided they are in good working condition and are suitable for the participant's age and size. The bicycle must have properly functioning brakes.
Is it mandatory to wear a helmet?
Yes. The use of a helmet is mandatory throughout the activity and it must be correctly positioned and fastened. We also recommend checking the general condition of the bicycle beforehand, especially the brakes, wheels, and tires.
Where and when does the Mini Fondo take place?
The Mini Fondo will take place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, at the Parque Sarmiento cycling track. We recommend arriving well in advance to complete the accreditation and prepare the participant and their bicycle before the activity.
How do I register?
Registration for the Mini Fondo must be done in advance through the system provided by the organization. Since the participants are minors, registration must be completed by their father, mother, or guardian.
Does the father, mother, or guardian need to accompany the minor?
The participant must be accompanied by their father, mother, guardian, or a responsible adult, who must remain at the event while the activity takes place.
What does each participant receive?
All participants receive a number to place on their bicycle and a Finisher medal upon crossing the finish line. In addition, product raffles will be held among the participants of each category.