MENLO PARK | July20, 2026 – Rosewood Sand Hill, and Colnago today announced an exclusive new partnership making Rosewood Sand Hill the first hotel to collaborate with the iconic Italian bicycle manufacturer to offer guests a premium road cycling experience.

Launching on July 20, 2026, the Colnago Experience at Rosewood Sand Hill offers guests staying at the hotel the opportunity to ride Northern California like a local through a thoughtfully curated cycling experience. Combining the performance and craftsmanship of the handcrafted Colnago C72 road bike with personalized route planning and local expertise, the experience celebrates the Peninsula's world-renowned cycling culture while reflecting Rosewood's commitment to creating immersive, place-based experiences.

Nestled at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Rosewood Sand Hill provides direct access to some of Northern California's most celebrated road cycling routes. Guests can explore quiet country roads, challenging climbs, rolling vineyards and towering redwood forests, following itineraries curated by Managing Director Philip Meyer, an avid cyclist with extensive firsthand knowledge of the region's most scenic rides and favorite local stops. 

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Founded by Ernesto Colnago in 1954, Colnago has earned a reputation as one of the most respected names in cycling, blending Italian craftsmanship with decades of innovation and racing heritage. The Colnago C72 represents the latest evolution of the brand's celebrated C Series, handcrafted in Italy and designed to deliver exceptional performance, comfort and precision for discerning riders. 

The Colnago Experience includes: 

• Full-day rental (up to eight hours) of a handcrafted Colnago C72 road bike 
• Personalized route consultation based on riding style, distance and elevation preferences 
• Curated ride recommendations developed by Philip Meyer 
• Local insider tips, including scenic viewpoints, favorite cafés and post-ride stops. 

Launching during the excitement of cycling's biggest season, as fans around the world follow the Tour de France, the Colnago Experience offers cycling enthusiasts a unique opportunity to ride one of the sport's most iconic bicycles while exploring one of California's premier road cycling destinations. 

Key Summary

• Rosewood Sand Hill is the first hotel to partner with Colnago to offer a luxury cycling experience with Colnago C72 road bikes.  
• The experience includes a full-day (8-hour) rental, professional fitting and customized recommendations of local routes based on rider preferences.  
• The Colnago C72 represents the latest evolution of the brand's celebrated C Series, handcrafted in Italy and designed to deliver exceptional performance, comfort and precision for discerning riders. 
• The Colnago Experience is available exclusively to Rosewood Sand Hill overnight guests beginning July 20, 2026. 

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About Rosewood Sand Hill

Rosewood Sand Hill is the modern clubhouse for Silicon Valley; a trusted retreat for visionaries where well-being is a way of life. Tucked into the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains in Menlo Park, California, the escape is shaped by its surroundings, blurring the lines between indoors and out. Accommodation spans 121 rooms including 31 suites, alongside six unique houses; each an expression of its Northern Californian setting. 

The retreat invites guests to spend time with intention. Whether by the bar, at the fire or on the terrace, dining is refined but relaxed, grounded in region and season. Finnish saunas, basalt and limestone clad steam rooms and sound baths at Asaya Spa recalibrate the energy and sharpen focus while curated speaker series and personalized cycling routes inspire creative thought and meaningful connection. 

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About Colnago

Colnago Ernesto & C. S.r.l., known as Colnago, is a manufacturer of high-end racing bicycles founded in Cambiago, MI, in 1954. The company grew thanks to its ability to develop new technologies and designs for steel frames with junctions, working closely with the best professional cycling teams to serve the greatest champions. Colnago soon emerged as one of the most creative and vibrant racing bike manufacturers, innovating and bringing its ideas to the cycling world while experimenting with new and different materials including titanium and carbon fiber, now a mainstay of modern bicycle construction. Among Colnago's many victories - 16 Grand Tours, 427 stages in the Grand Tours, 50 Monument Classics, 30 World Championships, and 18 Olympic Gold Medals - Tadej Pogačar won the 2020, 2021, 2024 and 2025 editions of the Tour de France, the 2024 Giro d'Italia, and the 2024 and 2025 Road World Championships riding a Colnago bike. 

For more information, please visit colnago.com 

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About Rosewood

Rosewood is an ever-evolving global collection of hotels, resorts, and residences, born through the discovery of remarkable places. With 42 one-of-a-kind destinations, each property celebrates the culture and community that shapes it, upholding the ideal of hospitality as mutually revitalizing. Every detail is intricately woven to tell the story of the place, offering unexpected moments of discovery and connection. Rosewood Residences extends this spirit, inspiring a life where belonging and curiosity enrich every day.  

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Media Contacts

Rosewood Sand Hill
Carol Sato
Rosewood Sand Hill
+1 650 561 1555
carol.sato@rosewoodhotels.com

Colnago USA
Cody Chouinard
True Comms
+1 802 279 8997
cody@truecomms.com