Tour de Rocky Top

Back for its 18th edition, Tour de Rocky top has established itself as the premier ride in the greater Knoxville area.  This year offering six routes, including 32, 53, 62, & 80. Also returning for 2024 is the 85 mile Butterfly Gap option. After rolling south out of downtown Knoxville, the undulating foothills of Blount County are the featured roads, with a dip into Sevier County.  Fully stocked rest stops ~every 15 miles, with all routes fully supported with multiple sag vehicles and moto support. Soft cotton ride logo shirt guaranteed to all riders, as well as DeFeet TdRT logo socks, AND logo pint glasses.

Butterfly Gap finishers will receive newly designed Butterfly Gap finisher medals.  

Great post ride festivities include Tour de France stage one viewing, as well as the usual  Barley's pizza and beer (two) provided by Sierra Nevada. Expected participation--400

Start time--7:30am

Packet pickup:
Thursday (6/29), Crown Cleaners, 9409 S. Northshore, from 3 to 6pm. 

Friday (6/30), Barley's Taproom & Pizzeria,  200 E. Jackson Ave in the Old City,  from 1:30 to 6pm

Day of ride packet pickup/ate registration begins at 6am

Day of ride registration is available for $65.

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Ride parking is in the free city lot under the interstate.

Reserve your very own brand new LeMond Cycling Prolog E-bike for the Tour de Rocky Top.

Unparalleled versatility is at the core of the LeMond Prolog. This everyday carbon fiber e-bike designed by Greg LeMond delivers relaxed racing geometry for easy handling and maneuverability at 26 pounds. Integrated front and rear lights are powered by a lightweight battery housed in the downtube. The Prolog provides a range of 45 miles with 3 levels of assist, achieving a top speed of 20 mph via a 250 watt rear hub motor.

Rental is $50 for Tour de Rocky Top. Reservations and payment will be made through 1 E-bike Rental.  https://www.1ebikerental.com/,  or call 239-253-5766