George Street Bike Challenge for Major Taylor

2024 GEORGE STREET BIKE CHALLENGE FOR MAJOR TAYLOR 

See how fast you can pedal up George Street, a two-block quad-buster that was a training ground for 1899 world champion Major Taylor, aka "the Worcester whirlwind."

It's one rider at a time against the clock in this steep uphill time trial in downtown Worcester, Mass., on Sunday, July 21, 2024. The distance is 500 feet, and the average grade is 18 percent. The race is presented by Landry's Bicycles and the Seven Hills Wheelmen.

The contest is open to riders age 12 and up. Helmets are required. Entry fee is $20. Medals will be awarded in male and female age categories. Proceeds benefit the Major Taylor Association, Inc.

Details are at https://www.majortaylorassociation.org/events/georgestreet24.shtml

Online registration closes at 5 p.m. Friday, July 19. On-site registration opens at 8:30 a.m. on race day at George & Main streets (outside Garden Fresh Courthouse Cafe, 204 Main St.), Worcester, Mass.