Claudio Caluori and Faranak Partoazar race Swiss Epic for Pump for Peace
Can former downhiller Caluori make it through the Swiss Epic without an ebike, or will Faranak have to pull him up the hills on a rope? Help them to go the distance by supporting their fundraiser for Pump for Peace – and make cycling more accessible around the world.
Pump for Peace is a global initiative from Velosolutions focused on building pump tracks in underprivileged communities with the aim of making cycling and action sports more accessible to all. No matter race, gender or religion, sport has the power to unite. Pump For Peace was founded on this belief, by making the sport more accessible, it will promote a more tolerant future.
In 2020 South Africa’sCherie Redeckerpaired up with Lesotho rider, Tumelo Makae for the 5 day stage race in support of Pump for Peace in 2020, winning all 5 stages and ultimately securing the first place on the podium in the mixed team category for Pump for Peace and Velosolutions raising 10 000 EU for the cause in conjunction with a sweepstakes competition.
This year, Claudio Caluori is taking on Europe’s premier mountain bike stage race with Iranian rider, Faranak Partoazar to raise funds for Pump for Peace.
Faranak’s battle started long before she could even compete on a race track, she had to fight passionately for the right to ride a bike freely as a woman in Iran. Her determination and persistence challenged and changed the negative attitude towards women cycling in her country. Finally starting her professional career in 2014, she has won all National titles and races in Iran, many international races as well as the first ever medals in Asian Championships representing Iran, the first in the history of the country for women.
The Swiss Epic takes place on 17 to 21 August 2021 through the magical trails of the Graubünden region, traversing rolling valleys, navigating lush forests and scaling vertiginous Alps. The Swiss Epic is a demanding yet rewarding 5-day stage race. With a fresh new route each year, it’s a unique test of endurance, resolve and skill with the staggering beauty of the snow-capped, jagged skyline set as the perfect antidote to the physical and mental demands of off-road racing.
You can make Claudio and Faranak pedal even harder for Pump for Peace! Use the link below to show your support.
Donation link:
https://www.givengain.com/ap/claudio-faranak-pump-for-peace/
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