Our Team
The Cycle Sequatchie Century & 3 Mtn Challenge is a joint production of Tennessee Gravel and the Chattanooga Bicycle Club made possible by the generous support of our partners and volunteers. Our goal with the event is to bring attention to Sequatchie Valley as an amazing outdoor recreation playground and to support the efforts of Thrive Sequatchie to promote sustainable and responsible tourism in the region.
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Support the cause through financial sponsorship or volunteer work during the event!
PRIMARY PARTNERS
This event would not be possible without the generosity of our hosts at the City of Dunlap and the Sequatchie County - Dunlap Chamber of Commerce. Big thanks to all of the communities throughout the Valley for their support in making Cycle Sequatchie happen!
Citizens Tri-County Bank
While Citizens Tri-County Bank has grown to serve 9 counties throughout southeast and middle Tennessee, it remains locally owned and operated just as it was when it was founded in Dunlap in 1972. The bank has supported Cycle Sequatchie from day one by sponsoring the homemade desserts provided by another hometown favorite - the Cookie Jar Cafe!
Davis & Hoss, PC
With over 35 years in practice, Chattanooga law firm Davis & Hoss offers experienced legal defense in criminal cases of all kinds. And as an experienced and avid cyclist who spends most weekends riding in Sequatchie Valley, Lee Davis is a natural fit to be part of the Cycle Sequatchie team as this year's beer sponsor! Your first beer's on Lee!
Bike TN
Bike TN is a new initiative from Tennessee Tourism that promotes cycling on Tennessee's most scenic roads, so it's only fitting that they would partner with us as our photography sponsor to show off beautiful Sequatchie Valley! Check out BikeTN.com for free downloadable bike routes across the state, with full descriptions, tips and notable points of interest.
CYCLIST SUPPORT
Owen Cyclery
Owen Cyclery will once again be available for last-minute fixes before the ride and also on the road during the ride as part of the SAG team!
Special thanks to the fine folks at the White Oak Bicycle Co-op for leading our free 2-mile kids ride on Dunlap's Coops Creek Greenway (Saturday morning at 9:15). With their expertise in bike safety, the kids will get some great tips in how to cycle safely while on the ride!
Carla Calitz Massage
We're excited to have the very talented Carla Calitz at the finish line again this year providing post-ride massage!
As always, the pros at REI Chattanooga will provide first-class SAG support to cyclists during the ride!
Sag Stop Service
While former Cycle Sport owner, Aaron Curtis, may not turn wrenches in the bike shop anymore, he still works on bikes through his new SAG STOP SERVICE mobile Bicycle Repair Business. He also does an amazing job coordinating our SAG support vehicles while driving sweep at Cycle Sequatchie each year.
Tree Toppers
Special thanks to the Tennessee Tree Toppers for allowing us to use their facilities for our Henson Gap rest stop and sharing their amazing view!
FOOD & BEVERAGE PARTNERS
High Haute Foods
We are thrilled to have farm-to-table specialist High Haute Foods in charge of the all-you-can-eat post-ride lunch buffet! You can expect an exceptionally high quality meal carefully prepared with ingredients sourced from family owned and operated farms located in Sequatchie Valley and the South Cumberland Plateau.
We're excited to have Dunlap's own Sequatchie Valley Brewing Company as part of the festivities, bringing a variety of their own home brews along with some giant Oktoberfest-sized pretzels!
As they have from the inaugural event, our friends at the Tap House will be serving our favorite beers from Chattanooga breweries at the post-ride lunch. Can't wait for the big event to sample Chattanooga's finest brews? The Tap House will be happy to satisfy your curiosity and thirst with one of the 30 beers and ciders they have on tap!
PROMOTIONAL PARTNERS
Velo Vixens
Looking for a fun group of ladies to share laughs both on and off the bike? Chattanooga's Velo Vixens has you covered! From casual gatherings to social rides to competitive racing, the Velo Vixens offer a safe and supportive environment.
Team Bubba
Proud to "whine like a man" for more than 20 years, Chattanooga's own Team Bubba specializes in suffer-fest rides and ridiculous nicknames. Check out their weekly rides at BeaBubba.com.
Highland Rim Bike Club
The Highland Rim Bicycle Club has been sharing the joy of cycling in middle Tennessee for 50 years through weekly rides and the annual Elk River Valley 100, a beautiful ride that takes place in early September - the perfect tune-up for Cycle Sequatchie!
Chattanooga's Southern Velo is home to cyclists of all stripes - racers and recreationalists alike. No matter what you ride or why you ride, you'll enjoy the "veloship" of your fellow cyclists at Southern Velo!
Murphreesboro Bike Club
The Murfreesboro Bike Club is all about having fun on two wheels, with group rides in all disciplines for all levels, as well as educational seminars and advocacy work.
Bike Ride Across Tennessee
As a multi-day bicycle tour through a different part of Tennessee each year, the Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee (BRAT) is a great way to see some of the best cycling the state has to offer! These rides sell out, so stay up to date on where each year's ride will be held by signing up for their newsletter and by liking their Facebook page!