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The Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of
Commerce is proud to present the 20th Annual Six Gap Century and Three
Gap Fifty Bike Ride – Tour of the North Georgia Mountains, presented by Dahlonega Wheelworks.
Coming on September 28, 2008 and taking place in Georgia's Premier
Cycling Venue, the Six Gap Century & Three Gap Fifty boasts many of
the same roads and mountain climbs as the elite Tour de Georgia. Come
ride the Ride of the Pros!
The Six Gap Century’s ultra challenging route
takes you up and down six of the steepest climbs in the North Georgia
Mountains. Test your stamina with more than 11,200 feet of vertical
climbing over the 100 mile course. Elevations for the six gaps in this
ride range from 2,949 feet to 3,490 feet. The toughest climb, Hogpen
Gap, will test even the strongest riders, averaging a 7% grade for
seven miles, with sections as steep as 15%.
The Three Gap Fifty’s alternative route offers half the gaps and half
the distance, but is nevertheless a demanding and challenging course.
Elevations range from 3,109 feet to 3,280 feet.
PLEASE NOTE: We have made a major change in the route.
The new route promises more great views, more challenges, and more fun!
Check it out at www.cyclenorthgeorgia.com.
Fees:
$40 thru August 15th
$45 thru September 11th (T-shirt guarantee cut-off!)
$50 until September 25th
Online Reg. Closes:
September 25, 2008 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Parking:
The school's main entrance will be closed. Please use
the side entrance off Camp Glisson Road. Overflow parking will be
available at Lumpkin County Middle School on Business 19, located one
mile south of the High School.
T-shirts:
T-shirts are only guaranteed to riders who register
by September 11th. Riders who register after that will receive t-shirts
on a first-come, first-served basis.
his year, t-shirts will be distributed before the ride at:
- Early Check-In/2008 BIKE EXPO: Saturday, Sept 27, 10am-6pm
- Check-In: Sunday, Sept 28, 6am-9am
Volunteers:
The Ride is made possible through the support of hundreds of volunteers. If you would like to become a volunteer, please register as a volunteer on active.com by clicking on "Register", then "Volunteer".
Someone will be in contact with you about the many volunteer
opportunities available. All volunteers receive a free t-shirt and are
invited to our volunteer party on Saturday, September 27th at 7:00pm.
BIKE EXPO 2008:
Our 2008 BIKE EXPO will be held on the beautiful Historic Square of Dahlonega on Saturday, September 27, 2008.
Avoid the lines! Come join us for Early Check-In on Saturday as well.
More Info:
The Six Gap Century & Three Gap Fifty starts
in Dahlonega, Georgia, at Lumpkin County High School. There is plenty
of parking, with overflow parking nearby if necessary, and restroom
facilities and showers will be available. The ride is sagged for safety
(no personal sags, please), and refreshments are provided at
well-organized rest stops along the course. To ensure timely completion
of the ride for all participants, Century riders must be through Jack's
Gap (35 miles from start) by 11am. Cyclists reaching that point after
11am will be directed to the Three Gap Fifty course. Any cyclists
passing Jack's Gap after 11am will not be guaranteed rest stop support.
Registration will end September 25th or at the ride limit 2500 riders,
whichever occurs first. The registration fee includes t-shirt, snacks,
drinks, showers, and a spaghetti dinner (from 11am-6pm) at the end of
the ride. Fees are nonrefundable. Please note that t-shirts are only
guaranteed if registered by September 11, 2008 at 11:59pm PT. T-shirt
availability for registrations after that date will be on a first-come,
first-served basis. T-shirts will be distributed at Early Check-In on
Saturday, Sept. 27, and day of Ride check-in. Event takes place rain or
shine.
For more information, please visit us at www.cyclenorthgeorgia.com.
100 miles. 11,200 vertical feet. 2,500 friends.
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