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photo by Miles McClelland
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BRAG On Facebook
Get in on the action now. Join other cycling enthusiasts and veteran BRAG riders as they discuss the upcoming BRAG events. See what you have been missing by not riding BRAG. Visit the BRAG Page on Facebook. If these links do not work for you, please log onto Facebook and search for "Bicycle Ride Across Georgia."
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BRAG On Twitter
 Be sure to follow us on Twitter @BRAGeorgia for the latest updates and ride information!
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You Can't BRAG if You Don't Ride.
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RideOn 25% Discount
Georgia BikeFest by BRAG
 You've heard of Groupon. Well, now comes Ride On. From now through July 20, register for Georgia BikeFest by BRAG for 25% off. That's right. Twenty five percent off the regular price to register using the special Ride On Registration Form. Click on the Ride On Georgia BikeFest Registration Form here, and mail it in with your check to BRAG or with your VISA or MasterCard information. You may also send a .pdf document of the registration form to braginfo@aol.com. We're not using RaceIt.com for this special promotion. This is BRAG's way of saying THANK YOU to our loyal riders. The discount is good for old and new riders, but only for registrations postmarked by July 20, 2013. Sign up now for this special discount. And get it to us now. The deadline is July 20, 2013. There are NO REFUNDS using this special discounted rate. Thank you. THERE IS NO INDOOR CAMPING THIS YEAR ON GEORGIA BIKEFEST. For more details about Georgia BikeFest, visit http://brag.org/gbf-event-details.htmlNOTE: ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY PERSONNEL: Members of the U.S. Military on active duty are exempt from paying BRAG late fees, including for on-site registrations. Also, if you have to cancel before the ride for official military reasons, there is no BRAG service charge. This is BRAG's very small way of saying "THANK YOU" for your service to our country. |
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BRAG 2014 Survey Question
Please help us plan for BRAG 2014 by following the link to the survey question below. Basically, we're asking if you prefer a linear ride (Elberton to Darien) or a loop ride (Carrollton, LaGrange, Thomaston, Newnan, Carrollton). BRAG is your ride; let us know what you prefer.
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Tour de France Viewing Party
Join us as we invite our members and cycling friends for a Tour de France Viewing Party on Sunday, July 14 at 7pm. We are gathering at Buffalo Wild Wings (Alpharetta) to watch the epic Stage 15 of Le Tour de France, the 242.5 km race to the top of the "Giant of Provence"...Mount Ventoux...on Bastille Day. This is the 100th running of the Tour de France and July 14 will bring out millions of cycling fans. Here's the best part...for the second year, Buffalo Wild Wings will donate a percentage of our purchases on July 14 to Bike Alpharetta. Last year, this was our biggest fund-raiser. All the TV's at Buffalo Wild Wings will be tuned in to the NBC Sports Network rebroadcast show of Stage 15, with commentary by Phil Liggett and Paul Sherwen. We'll have some prizes to give away, including a complimentary Georgia BikeFest registration and some items from a pro cycling team! See you on July 14. Allez! Allez! When: Thursday, July 12, 7 pm to 11 pm Admission: Free. Pay-as-you-go for food and beverage. What: Stage 15 of the Tour de France, Givors to Mont Ventoux Where: Buffalo Wild Wings (2375 Mansell Road, Alpharetta, Ga.) Everyone is welcome. Please help us spread the word. See you there!!
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Roswell Bicycles
Roswell Bicycles Sunday Shop Ride - Come ride with us on Sunday mornings at 9:00am sharp. You have the option to ride either of two incredible routes (35 & 50 miles) with plenty of beautiful back roads rambling through North Fulton and Cherokee counties. Both routes stay together through the first 19 miles. Ride start / finish is in the bike shop parking lot (please park in the Andretti Indoor Karting & Games lot next to the shop). For more information, visit roswellbicycles.com |
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Hot Hundred
The Hot Hundred is part of the Alabama Backroads Century Series presented by Wells Fargo Advisors and Alabama Outdoors, www.alabama-backroads-cycling.com for more information. This year's Hot Hundred Bicycle Ride will be held Saturday, July 27, 2013, at the beautiful University of Alabama campus and surrounding areas. For more information, visit www.druidcity.org.
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Covington Century
 Saturday, August 3, The Southern Bicycle League and Trails and Tails team up to help build trails (Newton Trails) and save tails (Pound Puppies 'N Kittens). SBL's thoughtful routes (33, 50, 75, 100) will take you on a fun-filled day in the saddle past long fields of 'barley and of rye.' We'll cruise through Oxford, Jersey, Good Hope, Social Circle, Rutledge, Newborn, Mansfield and Covington. 7am mass start, from $30. Great rest stops and SAG! Incredible lunch, huge AC EXPO, lots of paws, smoothies, and everything else that makes a day of cycling (or two) in the country-side a memorable EVENT. Register now! Visit Covingtoncenturyride.com.
The ride start is at Georgia Piedmont Technical College's Newton Conference Center, 8100 Bob Williams Parkway, Covington, GA 30014, 25 Miles East of Atlanta.
The Southern Bicycle League is a proud partner of BRAG.
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8th Annual MACC One Love Century
Join other cyclists and ride the One Love Century, Saturday, August 31, 2013, sponsored by the Metro Atlanta Cycling Club. The ride will begin and end at Stonewall Tell Elementary School, 3310 Stonewall Tell Road, Atlanta, GA.Registration starts at 6:45, ride at 8:00. Options: 16, 27, 43, 63 & 100. Traverses rolling terrain in South Fulton, Rico, Palmetto and Coweta County; fully supported; rest stops with sports drinks, water, and snacks. Proceeds go to organizations that promote cycling for inner city youth. Well marked routes, cue sheets, maps, t-shirt*, rest stops, after ride party. *(T-shirt guaranteed to pre-registered riders only)Fees: $30.00 through Aug. 11, $35.00 through August 29, and $40 onsite. |
Wilson 100
The Southern Bicycle League's Wilson 100 Ride will be Sunday, September 8, 2013. The ride will begin at E. Coweta Middle School in Senoia, GA. Various mileage options available. For more information visit wilson100.org.
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The Cotton South Fine Arts Festival
 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The BRAG Spring Tune-Up has been enjoying the assistance and hospitality of Madison and Morgan County for the past 10 years... and now there's an opportunity to return the favor for one of our most dedicated Rest Stop Captains there.
Tim Reilly is developing The Cotton South Fine Arts Festival, scheduled for September 27 - 29, 2013 in Madison, and needs volunteers for a variety of Festival related tasks. From helping the artists load-in and load-out to booth sitting, parking, and manning the gates, there's a place for everyone... young, old, or in-between. Volunteers will receive free admission to the Festival weekend, a commemorative event t-shirt, and access to the Festival Merchant Discount Program, for the Best in Festival value.
For all the Festival information, look on the web at www.cottonsoutharts.com, and be sure to visit and "Like" the Festival Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CottonSouthArt.
For information or to sign up contact us at:
Email: cottonsoutharts@gmail.com
Phone: 706-342-2050
Thank You... and Happy Pedaling! |
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North Florida Tour
 Why don't you plan on attending the 32nd North Florida Tour for this fall!? FYI - The dates are November 1-3, 2013. Where can you find the information and register?www.northfloridatours.com or Madison, Florida's Chamber of Commerce. Registering through www.Active.com or snail mail. What type of lodging is available? On-site camping, cabins, and plenty of room for motor homes. There is a motel just south of town on Highway 53, Madison, FL. Place: Camp Cherry Lake 3861 NE Camp Cherry Lake Circle, Madison, FL Please note: No reservations made directly from Camp Cherry Lake |
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