Smoky Mountain Wheelmen upcoming events

Road Ride LPP (Monday, April 06, 2026)

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Where: Louisville Point Park, 3298 Cox Rd, Louisville, TN 37777

When: Riding time starts at NOON
Route: LPP - 47, 47 miles w/2256' climbing as stated, but actual climbing is closer to 2900'

Weather: 55 - 64 degrees, low wind, sunny

Ride Leaders:

Jim Shannon - 865.531.3190

Tim Foust - 865.898.1225

Kelly Heiskell - 865.237-2383

Notes: If you are not riding any of the Cherohala Challenge rides and are free to volunteer, your help would greatly be appreciate. You won't regret it. Contact Debbie Larrabee or Ed Hall.

Rich Mountain Ride (Wednesday, April 08, 2026)

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Meet in first paved parking lot in Townsend on Wednesday for a pavement/gravel ride over Rich Mountain to Cades Cove. Rollout is 10:00 AM, forecast is a nice day with temperatures from mid 50's to mid 60's. Route to be determined by group and Cades Cove traffic.

Alternate start is trailhead where Rich Mountain road turns to gravel, road group will meet there around 10:45 AM. Parking permit required.

This will be the last club ride over Rich Mountain for awhile, gravel road opens for Cades Cove vehicle exit later this week. Next Rich Mountain posted rides will be when No Cars In Cades Cove starts in May.

Ride Leaders: John May, Ed Hall, maybe others.

Contact Ed with any questions: 865-567-4098

Horton 100 (Saturday, April 25, 2026)

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

The Horton 100 is April 25-26 in Chapel Hill, Tennessee. A fully supported two-day cycling event hosted by Tennessee State Parks, riders can choose from approximately 35- or 50-mile routes each day, with a 100-mile option available on Saturday. All routes begin and end at Henry Horton State Park. SAG support and aid stations are provided approximately every 15 miles. Breakfast is included Saturday and Sunday mornings. Free group camping is available (no reservations required), with additional options to reserve inn rooms, cabins, or RV campsites separately through the park. This nonprofit ride directly supports Henry Horton State Park and the Tennessee Park Rangers Association. Learn more or register atHorton 100 Online Registration"

BRAT (Saturday, September 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

"The Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee (BRAT) is a nonprofit, fully supported six-day cycling tour hosted by Tennessee State Parks. September 12 - 17, 2026, riders will experience scenic backroads and welcoming communities while based at David Crockett State Park and Cedars of Lebanon State Park.

BRAT offers daily route options to fit a variety of goals and experience levels, with approximate distances of 35-mile routes, 50-mile routes, 100-mile routes. You can check out the sample routes here: Ride with GPS | Bike Route Planner and Cycling Navigation App

Rest stops are provided every 15-20 miles, and Tennessee State Park Rangers offer support throughout the week. Evenings at basecamp feature community gatherings, ranger-led programs, yoga, music, and more. BRAT is more than a ride - it's a week-long cycling experience that raises funds to support Tennessee State Parks, the Cumberland Trail, and the Tennessee Park Rangers Association. Learn more or register at 2026 Bicycle Ride Across Tennessee Online Registration"