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The Rides

The Six Gap Century's ultra challenging route takes you up and down six of the steepest climbs in the North Georgia Mountains. Test your stamina with more than 11,200 feet of vertical climbing over the 104 mile course. The Three Gap Fifty’s alternative route offers half the gaps and half the distance, but is nevertheless a demanding and challenging course at 58 miles. Read More
King of the Mountain

The Six Gap Century is known for being the toughest ride and having the steepest climbs in the southeast. Many of you return year after year to test your abilities and to conquer the gaps. The KOM designation will be bestowed only on the most skilled cycling athletes who can successfully take on the ultra steep climbs. Read More
Dahlonega Gold Criterium

Hundreds of competitive adult and youth cyclists are expected to compete in over 10 races on Saturday, September 28th for the Dahlonega Gold Criterium. The Criterium provides a one-kilometer, closed circuit for bicycle racers in the heart of downtown Dahlonega. Read More

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Latest News

Ascend 6 Gap with Tom Danielson & Cinch Cycling

Tom Danielson is a former professional cyclist who's competed in the biggest races in the world like the Tour de France, Giro d'italia, and the Vuelta Espana. Tom is excited to return to Georgia for this years 6 and 3 Gap event and will be hosting a free motivational and insightful talk on the morning of Satuday Sept 28th at… Read More
A Top North Georgia Orthopaedic Surgeon’s Insight on Common Cycling Injuries

A Top North Georgia Orthopaedic Surgeon’s Insight on Common Cycling Injuries By Dr. G. Alan Binkley, MD, FAAOS – Northview Orthopaedic Associates in Dahlonega As an orthopaedic surgeon and former avid cyclist - I once rode all the way from Vancouver down to Tijuana, Mexico along Hwy 1 – I’m all too familiar with cycling injuries one can experience while engaging in… Read More
Six Gap Registration Now Open!

SIX GAP REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! SIX GAP CENTURY The Six Gap Century’s ultra challenging route takes you up and down six of the steepest climbs in the North Georgia Mountains. Test your stamina with more than 11,200 feet of vertical climbing over the 104 mile course. Elevations for the six gaps in this ride range from 2,949 feet to… Read More
Six Gap Supports Georgia Bikes!

The Six Gap Century & Three Gap Fifty is proud to support Georgia Bikes this year! One dollar of every registration supports Georgia Bikes, and is used to increase bicyclist safety through education, outreach, and better streets and trails. As a Chamber of Commerce, we have enjoyed working with Georgia Bikes on various initatives over the years to support our… Read More

Conquer the North Georgia Mountains

Join us on Sunday, September 29th, 2019 for one of the most challenging cycling events in the Southeast, the 31st Annual Six Gap Century & Three Gap Fifty!

During the last weekend of September, two days of twowheeled action will take center stage in Dahlonega, Georgia for the Six Gap Century weekend. Thousands of cyclists will gather in the beautiful historic square of Dahlonega on Saturday, September 28th for the Six Gap Bike Expo and Criterium Race.

The following day, 2,500 cyclists are expected to make the annual uphill pilgrimage in three noncompetitive rides for the Six Gap Century & Three Gap Fifty. Test your stamina with more than 11,200 feet of vertical climbing over the 104-mile Six Gap Century course, or try your hand at the 58-mile Three Gap Fifty course. Not quite up to the challenge? Join us for the 35-mile Valley Ride - a great introduction to the Six Gap Century & Three Gap Fifty!