About KOZ Events

KOZ Events, San Diego's premier endurance sports leader, has been at the forefront of organizing exceptional multisport events since its inception in 1981. Celebrating 45 years of excellence, the company is renowned for its prestigious granfondo bike rides, including the acclaimed Granfondo San Diego, as well as a series of cycling races, running events, and triathlons. With a steadfast commitment to promoting an active lifestyle and enriching lives through sports, KOZ Events offers an array of unforgettable experiences for athletes of all ages. Beyond the races, the organization is deeply committed to community enrichment, actively participating in fitness initiatives, charitable contributions, and awareness campaigns. For more details, visit www.kozevents.com

Contact Us

All inquiries regarding registration need to be e-mailed to: info@kozevents.com

Please note: E-mails are only checked during normal business hours.

Address: PO Box 1210, Poway, CA 92074

Office Hours: Tuesday – Friday 9:00am – 4:00pm PT (CLOSED on Mondays, Weekends, and all major US holidays)

Office Telephone: (858) 268-1250 - Leave Message | Please note: We will not be able to answer phone calls, or respond to e-mails and/or social media inquiries when we are out of the office and during scheduled events.

ABOUT THE KOZ Events AND GRANFONDO CYCLING TOURS

Carrie Panek and Tobias Panek Race directors

GranFondo Cycling Tours / KOZ Events Owners Tobias and Carrie Panek started their company because they wanted to share their love of the GranFondo with the world!  

In 2003, Tobias and Carrie started taking cyclists to Italy to experience the thrill of riding in GranFondos. The Paneks, being native to San Diego, love holding the GranFondo San Diego in their hometown and sharing the experience with local cyclists as well as cyclists from all over the United States and abroad. For more information, please visit: https://www.gftours.com

The Panek’s also own San Diego’s KOZ Events. Producing numerous charity events, 6 USAT Triathlons, Runs, the Giro di San Diego Granfondo, and the USA Cycling Boulevard Road Race.

The Panek’s are passionate about putting on memorable endurance events, they are both triathletes and very active in the community.

If you are interested in having Granfondo Cycling Tours or KOZ Events produce your event please send them an email info@KOZevents.com or leave a message 858-268-1250

Spring Sprint Triathlon May

San Diego International Triathlon. (SDIT) June

Solana Beach Triathlon July

Chula Vista Challenge Postponed due to construction

SD Triathlon Classic September

Mission Bay Triathlon October

RUNNING EVENTS

Valentine’s Day 10K & 5K Run February

Silver Strand Half Marathon & 5K November

CYCLING EVENTS

Campagnolo Granfondo San Diego April

Boulevard Road Race April

Giro di San Diego Granfondo June

WINE TASTING EVENTS

Three Hills Winery

CYCLING TOURS & CAMPS

GranFondo Cycling Tours

TRAINING CLINICS

Training Clinics Meet-up