After numerous competitive and celebratory events organized to commemorate its 50th anniversary, on Sunday, April 6th, the traditional "Opening Ride" took place, prepared for the 51st consecutive season of activity of Veloce Club Tombolo 1974, the historic reference point dedicated to two-wheel sports.

The gathering occurred in Piazza San Pio X of the Paduan town, inaugurated with the celebration of Holy Mass and subsequent departure. Before the start of the ride, there was a blessing ceremony on the church steps by Parish Priest, Don Filippo Facchin, and greetings from the Club President, Amedeo Pilotto, who was accompanied by the historic Vice President, Sergio Pivato and the staff, in the presence of the Mayor, Luca Frasson and Vice Mayor, Vanda Marchetti.

The large group, escorted by motorcycle outriders and the Vc Tombolo end-of-column van, headed along the classic 25-kilometer tourist route to Valle Santa Felicita in Romano d'Ezzelino (Vicenza), arriving at the Mena square at the foot of the Grappa Massif, where a refreshment area was set up with the collaboration of the Tombolo Pro Loco and coordination by Attilio Barban. The event was reserved for participants, their families, and sports friends, who also arrived by their own means. After the festive gathering, some riders tackled the slopes of Monte Grappa or the Pedemontana, while others returned to Tombolo by bicycle or the club van.

Among the many sports friends who participated in the event were the famous Alessio Berti and architect Alberto Zonta, known collaborators for club events. It was a splendid day that highlighted the values and sporting passion that launched the meritorious Vc Tombolo's year. The club is preparing a new program of events, including the precious Targa Bragagnolo Argenti of the Grand Prix Città Murata 2024, which will be awarded to the MBH Bank-Ballan-CSB-Colpack team; the confirmed Gran Premio Giovanissimi Night Race in June at the Municipal Stadium; and they are verifying the date of the elite-under 23 Alta Padovana Tour and the Gravel Gathering "La Bestiale".