How about a show of hands……who has ridden to work before? Thought about riding to work? Has been compelled to think about riding to work? Wonder how awesome it would be to ride to work? YES…yes I know, this is a blog so how could I see all of the hands in the air?...
Cry Baby Hill is now one of Saint Francis Tulsa Tough’s most anticipated experiences. A relatively small area atop a hill on the River Parks Criterium course, this crowd grows bigger every year as friendly fans cheer on riders in their own unique style. How can you prep for this fan favorite? Here are...
Saint Francis Tulsa Tough award jerseys can’t be bought, they must be earned. All GranFondo rides will have chip timing and a 7:30 a.m. start time both days. You’ll finish each day at the GranFondo Celebrazione where you‘ll have secure bike parking and a giant tent with food and beverages. Kick back with friends,...
It was July 3, 2004. I bought my first road bike and brazenly signed up for my first event ride…which was the very next day. I had no idea what I had gotten myself into. I didn’t know how to use my gears, the chain popped off every time I would try to shift,...
In less than two months Saint Francis Tulsa Tough will be happening in our fair city! My excitement about this event knows no limits. But before I go much further, let me tell you how I got here. How I Became A Saint Francis Tulsa Tough Ambassador It was a Thursday. I received an...
Do you lead a healthy lifestyle and love cycling? Interested in spreading the word? Apply! We’re looking for people who are willing to blog on our website, attend the event, ride the Gran Fondo and promote cycling in general. This is a fun way to get plugged into a fantastic organization and advocate cycling...
One of the (many!) perks of joining the Saint Francis Tulsa Tough Divas is attending the women specific cycling clinic put on by the Primal Pro Women’s Cycling team. The clinic is designed for female riders of all abilities, beginners intermediate and advanced. Attendees will learn essential road and racing skills. They will also be presented...
First, for all those that don’t know Gran Fondo is an Italian term for a single day cycling event. Experienced to new riders can participate on a supported ride in a very much festive atmosphere. Here are five great reasons you should register for Saint Francis Tulsa Tough’s Gran Fondo. 1. Tulsa is...
It’s time for another Sponsor Spotlight and we’re excited to share our interview with Executive Director of the Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation, Elizabeth Frame Ellison, Esq. What is the Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation Mission? Unlocking the door to education and innovative sustainability for all of Tulsa. How many years has the Lobeck Taylor Foundation...
Volunteer Tulsa Tough would not be possible without the help of countless volunteers!
Saint Francis Tulsa Tough is a premier three-day cycling festival in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It features two days of challenging rides in true Gran Fondo style and professional-level criterium races in three distinct festival venues....
The Holiday Inn Tulsa – City Center is the official Host Hotel for Saint Francis Tulsa Tough. More