Smoky Mountain Wheelmen upcoming events

Road Ride Wednesday - Carson Island (Wednesday, June 24, 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Road Ride Wednesday – Carson Island Church

EVENT DETAILS:

Meet at Carson Island Baptist Church (2120 TN 72, Maryville, TN 37801) Wednesday for a 9:00 AM road ride rollout.

There will be several ride options from riding to the base of the dragon (31 miles). Addition mileage and climbing can be riding up the dragon or Foothil1 Parkway

To the base of the Dragon & up to look Rock 45 miles with 2,600 ft Climbing

Route: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/345982362

Ride Leaders: Dave Landrum dlandrum@me.com

Out and back to the back Dragon at a casual pace

Route: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/345983360

Ride Leaders: Ed Hall ehall56708@aol.com

Weather Advisory: There is a chance of rain and the ride will be confirmed by 7:00AM on the day of ride. This confirmation will be on the Smoky Mountain Wheelman website calendar.

No Cars In Cades Cove Gravel Ride (Wednesday, June 24, 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

No Cars In Cades Cove Gravel Ride.

Two start options, first paved parking lot on left as you enter Townsend for a 9:00 AM rollout or meet at Rich Mountain trailhead (Park pass required) for a 9:45 AM rollout as both groups combine. Gravel road to Cades Cove, several options to ride, most will return back over Rich Mountain gravel road.

Weather forecast temperature is a nice day, but is cooler in the mountains. A cancelation email will be sent for heavy downpour or storms.

Gravel, hybrid or mountain bike is best choice for this ride.

Ride Leader: John May

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"