Where: All routes start in Tellico Plains at Tellico Grains Bakery.
Tellico Grains Bakery
105 Depot Street
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
The Waucheesi Bike Event is wickedly sweet and includes three distances: the Wily 88, the Wondrous 63, and the 45, crafted by Chris Joice.
Make no mistake, this event is just as challenging as it is beautiful. Cherohala Skyway, Cherokee and Nantahala National Forests provide all the goods—long climbs, fast descents, great forest roads, rowdy gravel, and amazing vistas. If you dare to try the 88-mile option, you’re looking at a stout 11,500+ feet of climbing, while the 63-mile course is no joke, with 8,800+ feet. Both routes include the Basin Gap and North River Road climbs, while the 88-mile course adds a spectacular climb to Farr Gap. Prizes will be given to the top three in each category for each distance.
For those not interested in biting off the longer distances, we have a 45-mile ride option. The 45-mile course offers a great tour of Cherokee National Forest and Bald River, while climbing 4,100 feet. Please note prizes will not be given out for this distance.
Riders must be finished by sunset. Therefore, we have the following time requirements for the 63 and 88 mile distances:
- Must reach the 24-mile split by 1pm or you will have to take the 45-mile route.
- Must reach 45-mile split by 2:30pm or you will have to take the 63-mile route.
- If you are completing the 88-mile course, you must have lights at rest stop 4 after 6pm.
Course Maps: All riders are responsible for downloading and using the provided maps to navigate the course. The course will not be marked. To download detailed course maps and gpx files, visit our website here.
Included: Police escorted neutral roll-out, four fully stocked aid stops, delicious post-race meal from Tellico Grains Bakery, and beverage.
T-shirts: Event t-shirts are $25. It's a high quality, super-comfy triblend that will quickly become your favorite tee. Order ahead to make sure you get yours!
Packet Pick-up: Packets must be picked up in person at Tellico Grains Bakery on either Saturday, 6-8pm or day of the event starting at 6am.
Post-ride: All routes end back at Tellico Grains Bakery, where you'll enjoy wood-fired pizzas and craft beverage, while cheering on finishers, and celebrating the day!
The Waucheesi: Wicked, Wily & Wondrous.
