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22nd Annual Six Gap Century |
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Coming on September 26, 2010 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 104
mile course. Elevations for the six gaps in this ride range from 1,400
feet to 3,460 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 at 58 miles.
Elevations range from 1,400 feet to 3,364 feet.
We are proud to present the 3rd Annual Valley Ride.
This 35-mile valley option is a great introduction to the infamous Six
Gap Century. Taking place in Georgia's Premier Cycling Venue, the Six
Gap Valley Ride boasts some of the most scenic mountainside in the
Southeast. This route will cast a special spotlight onto Yahoola
Valley, Turner's Corner, and R-Ranch in the Mountains.
100 miles. 11,200 vertical feet. 2,500 friends.
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For safety reasons, and at the recommendation of regional sheriff's
departments, we will have two separate starting times.
- Six Gap Century: 7:30am on Sunday,
September 26th
- Three Gap Fifty & Valley Ride: 8:30am
on Sunday, September 26th
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$45 thru August 31st
$50 until September 23rd (online)
$55 on September 25th at the Expo and September 26th at the High School
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Our 2010 BIKE EXPO will be held on the beautiful Historic Square of Dahlonega on Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 9am to 6pm. Avoid the lines! Come join us for Early Check-In on Saturday as well.
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The Six Gap Century is known for being the toughest ride and having the steepest climbs in the southeast. Many of you return year after year to test your abilities and to conquer the gaps.
To recognize your efforts, we are excited to present the King of the Mountain Competition. In honor of this challenge, Hincapie has designed a custom KOM kit.
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T-shirts are only guaranteed to riders who register by September 9th.
Riders who register after that will receive t-shirts on a first-come,
first-served basis.
T-shirts will be distributed before the ride at:
- Early Check-In/2010 BIKE EXPO: Saturday, Sept 25, 9am-6pm
- Check-In: Sunday, Sept 26, 6am-8:30am
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The Ride will begin and end at Lumpkin County High School . 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.
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Your one-stop shop for route information, elevation profiles, and cue
sheets related to the Six Gap Century & Three Gap Fifty Bike Ride. Also includes information on the new Valley Ride.
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The Ride is made possible through the support of hundreds of volunteers. If you would like to become a volunteer, please register at active.com. Click on "Register Now", then select the "Volunteer" category. There is no fee to register as a vounteer. Someone will be in contact with you about the many volunteer opportunities available.
Not a cyclist but tagging along with friends who are? Help us cheer them along by signing up as a volunteer!
Find out more about Volunteer Positions available here!
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The Six Gap Century & Three Gap Fifty starts in Dahlonega, Georgia, at Lumpkin County High
School, about one hour north of Atlanta. The
ride is sagged for safety (no personal sags, please), and refreshments
are provided at well-organized rest stops along the course.
The ride will finish at Lumpkin County High School, where showers will
be available and spaghetti dinners will be served between 11am-6pm.
Registered riders' meals are included in the ride fee
To view the results of the 2005, 2006, and 2007 Six Gap Rides, please click here.
View the results of the 2008 Six Gap Ride.
View the results of the 2009 Six Gap Ride or the 2009 Three Gap Ride .
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From
GA-400 North, turn LEFT onto Hwy-60 and proceed 5 miles to Dahlonega's
public square. From the Square, follow the signs for Highways 60
North, 19 North, and Bus 19 North, taking a LEFT onto Bus 19 (Grove
Street) at the traffic light, about two blocks from the Square. You
will pass Lumpkin County Middle School (overflow parking for the
Ride). Lumpkin County High School will be less than three miles from
the Square - follow signs for parking through the back entrance of the
school.
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Interested in Sponsoring?
We are still looking for sponsors for the 2010 Six Gap Century &
Three Gap Fifty.
If you or your company are interested in becoming a
sponsor, please take a look at our Sponsorship Opportunities or contact Stefani Logsdon at 706-864-3711.
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2010 Six Gap Bible
- This is NOT a race – only 2 of the climbs will be timed.
- Obey all traffic laws at all times.
- Be sure to carry all repair items you anticipate requiring.
- Your overall ride start time begins when you cross the start line, not when the first person crosses the start line.
- If you are registered for Six Gap, but only complete the Three Gap
course, your time will be recorded and posted under Six Gap; however,
you will be listed as a DNF.
- 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 23rd or at the ride limit 2,500 riders,
whichever occurs first.
- The registration fee includes t-shirt, snacks,
drinks, showers, and a spaghetti dinner at the end of
the ride.
- Fees are nonrefundable.
- Event takes place rain or
shine.
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Rider Spotlight
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"The Tour de Georgia has established itself as one of the best
competitions for pro cyclists and for cycling fans. The race is
perfectly placed in the calendar as a good test for my fitness and the
climbing in the mountains is the best of any North American race."
- Levi Leipheimer (Astana Pro Cycling Team), 2007 USA Cycling
Professional Road Race Champion, two stage wins in 2007 Tour de Georgia and 3rd
Overall at 2007 Tour de France
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The Weather
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Dahlonega, GA
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Temp:
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41°F
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Wind Chill:
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38°F
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Humidity:
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67%
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