Last updated June 7, 2026

Event for 2027 has not been confirmed yet… Hincapie Events offers the ultimate cycling experience in Tennessee, the Gran Fondo Hincapie – Chattanooga 2027, which offers standard and junior entries for ~81-mile, ~57-mile, or ~10-mile routes for riders over 18. Picked by Strambecco as one of the Best Road Cycling Events in the Southeast and the Best Cycling Race Events in Tennessee, each ride includes catered rest stops with live music and SAG support. All courses start from Miller Park and have scenic views of the Tennessee River.

Starting in the heart of the River City, the Gran Fondo Hincapie – Chattanooga 2027 takes riders from bustling downtown streets to the serpentine roads of Sequatchie Mountain. The course runs along the scenic Tennessee River before climbing the challenging ascent of Sequatchie Mountain. After conquering the mountain, riders can rejoice at the family festival, where they and their friends can enjoy free food and beverages in celebration of their achievements.

Gran’s longest and most challenging ride is ~81 miles and 5,612 feet of elevation gain, with three rest stops along the way. For terrain, the course offers a variety of steep climbs and fast descents, starting with 9 miles of flat roads along the Tennessee River. The first challenge begins at 9.1 miles with a 5.5-mile climb near Suck Creek at 5%. Next is a recovery on a 4.1-mile descent that moves fast. This is followed by 16 miles of flat roads of Sequatchie Valley that lead to the big climb of the day, the 1.9-mile ascent up Sequatchie Mountain with an average grade of 10.9%. Another quick descent and the final 21 miles are the most scenic, with clear views of the Chattanooga Skyline.

The Medio course measures ~55 miles and 4,100 feet of elevation gain with three rest stops. Medio riders start with Gran riders, 9 miles of flat roads with a 5% grade climb for 5.5 miles. They continue with Gran riders on the 4.1-mile descent and the 16 miles of Sequatchie Valley flat roads. At mile 29.8, they break off from Gran Riders and return along the Tennessee River for the final 21 miles.

The third-course option is Piccolo, ~10 miles and 463 elevation feet, and one rest stop. The course riders spend the initial 3.5 miles with Gran and Medio riders. They then turn off to start their main challenge, the Pineville Road climb, followed by a descent to Browns Ferry Trail Head for their rest stop.

The Gran Fondo Hincapie – Chattanooga experience is not just a “big ride”– it’s designed to be a multi-day cycling celebration, including scenic and challenging routes, live music, and a family festival with free fun, food, and brew. It’s a chance to join thousands of cycling pros, celebrities, weekend warriors, and first-time riders in the excitement of the Gran Fondo Hincapie hosted by George and the family. George himself maps and tests race routes.

The Southeast region plays host to several events in the prestigious Gran Fondo National Series, a series of 10+ Road Events taking place across the US, all qualifier events for the USA Cycling Gran Fondo National Championship held in the Fall at Gran Fondo Maryland.