Our Team
Cycle Sequatchie is a joint production of VELO VIEW BIKE TOURS and the CHATTANOOGA BICYCLE CLUB that combines a beautiful, fun, first-class bike ride with a celebration of everything that makes Sequatchie Valley and the South Cumberland Plateau such a special place! Our goals:
- Bring attention to all of the fun options for outdoor recreation (cycling & so much more!) in Sequatchie Valley and the South Cumberland Plateau.
- Provide exposure and opportunities to support regional conservation initiatives along with family farms & local businesses through the Outdoor Expo.
- Raise funds to support conservation efforts in the region through the Land Trust for Tennessee.
Support the cause through financial sponsorship or volunteer work during the event. Click here to check out our 2020 sponsorship opportunities!
PRIMARY PARTNERS
The Land Trust for Tennessee
Our goal is to help preserve what makes Sequatchie Valley and the South Cumberland Plateau such a special place, and there is no better organization to further that cause than the Land Trust for Tennessee. Since 1999, they have conserved more than 126,000 acres across our beautiful state, and have made this region a priority for future conservation efforts. As the event's beneficiary, we look forward to working together to protect our natural and historic landscapes, both public and private, to make scenic Southeast Tennessee a better place to live, work and play!
Sequatchie County - Dunlap Chamber
This event would not be possible without the generosity of our hosts at the City of Dunlap and the Sequatchie County - Dunlap Chamber of Commerce. Big thanks to all of the communities throughout the Valley and Plateau for their support in making Cycle Sequatchie happen!
Tower Community Bank
Based in Sequatchie Valley (Jasper) with a growing presence throughout middle and southeast Tennessee, Tower Community Bank is a leader in the region and beyond, and we are excited to have their support and participation in Cycle Sequatchie this year as the primary sponsor for the Jasper Highlands Hill Climb & Party at Top of the Rock restaurant & brewery!
Jasper Highlands
Perched on a plateau on the south end of Sequatchie Valley (above Kimball), Jasper Highlands is a growing residential community that boasts an array of first-class amenities along with stunning views and gorgeous greenspace. We're excited to show off this amazing development with our Jasper Highlands Hill Climb, which kicks off the Cycle Sequatchie weekend on Friday, October 2nd.
Citizens Tri-County Bank
While Citizens Tri-County Bank has grown to serve 9 counties throughout southeast and middle Tennessee, it remains locally owned and operated just as it was when it was founded in Dunlap in 1972. For our event, their support has an appropriately personal touch. When you're feasting on all those delicious pies and cakes from the Cookie Jar Cafe, you can thank Citizens Tri-County. Dessert's on them!
Chambliss Attorneys at Law
Big thanks to our friends at Chambliss for their continued support of cycling events in the Chattanooga tri-state region and for their sponsorship of the signage and wayfinding on this years' course.
Pikeville-Bledsoe County Chamber of Commerce
Saturday Oct 3rd is not only Cycle Sequatchie, but it's also the date for Pikeville's annual Fall Festival! For a community that prides itself on its small-town charm, you'll be amazed at how big the festival is, with a surprising variety of vendors, activities, performers, and live music! Just 20 minutes north of our homebase in Dunlap, Pikeville's Fall Fest is definitely worth checking out after your ride. You can also get a sneak preview during the ride, as Pikeville is one of our rest stops!
CYCLIST SUPPORT
Owen Cyclery
We're excited to have Owen Cyclery on the team this year to provide first-class SAG support during the ride. Look for their table at the expo too!
REI Chattanooga
Look to the pros at REI Chattanooga for bike support before, during and after the ride!
THE A-TEAM MASSAGE
With experience working athletic events of all kinds (including top-level Ironman competitions), this gifted group of licensed massage therapists brings their A-game to every event they work, and we couldn't be happier to have them on hand to apply their magic touch to our participants - and spectators too!
Masaj
Take advantage of wellness on the go with our friends at THE MASAJ, offering in-room massage services from licensed massage therapists pre- and post-ride. Registrants will receive $5 off! (Ask us for the coupon code.)
UTC Outdoors
We're excited to partner with the Outdoors program at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga to help students venture beyond campus and explore the natural amenities of our beautiful region. Look for UTC students on their bikes during the ride and also pitching in as volunteers when they're through! Thanks UTC!
Chattanooga State
Chattanooga State student volunteers will be offering support and encouragement to riders as they pass through the rest stops!
Sequatchie County Auxiliary Communications Service
Special thanks to the volunteers from the Sequatchie County Auxiliary Communications Service for helping keep our cyclists safe and accounted for during the ride.
Bike Flights
Coming in from out-of-town for the ride and want to ship your bike? Check out our custom page with Bike Flights for details on how easy it can be!
FOOD & BEVERAGE PARTNERS
High Haute Foods
We are thrilled to have farm-to-table specialist High Haute Foods in charge of the all-you-can-eat post-ride lunch buffet! You can expect an exceptionally high quality meal carefully prepared with ingredients sourced from family owned and operated farms located in Sequatchie Valley and the South Cumberland Plateau.
Top of the Rock Restaurant & Brewery
Conveniently located next to the finish line of our Friday Jasper Highlands Hill Climb, Top of the Rock Restaurant & Brewery will host our hill climb party, offering excellent food and tasty beer brewed right there in the restaurant. Once you sample the food and see the view from their deck, we guarantee you'll be back!
Brew Market & Beer Garden
Not only will our friends at the Brew Market & Beer Garden be serving our favorite beers from Chattanooga breweries at the post-ride lunch, but they will also offer a custom brew made just for our event!
The Tap House
Can't wait for the big event to sample Chattanooga's finest brews? The Tap House will be happy to satisfy your curiosity and thirst with one of the 30 beers and ciders they have on tap!
The Cookie Jar Cafe
Good Southern comfort food and fantastic desserts have made the Cookie Jar Cafe one of our favorite places to refuel after riding in the Valley. So when we put this ride together, we knew the Cookie Jar Cafe would have to be part of the post-ride meal. One bite of their delicious cakes and pies and you'll know why!
Clark's Bakery
Located just south of Dunlap in an idyllic setting off of Stone Cave Road, Clark's Bakery offers healthy baked goods made with all-natural ingredients. Drive over to the bakery and load up, or pop in for a snack on your next bike ride. The bakery makes the perfect rest stop and is right on one of the Sequatchie Valley Scenic Bikeway loops. You'll also cycle right past their driveway on the Cycle Sequatchie ride!
Wheeler's Orchard & Vineyard
The Wheeler family has been sustainably operating their orchard and vineyard for over 40 years, and we are proud to showcase their top-shelf fresh-squeezed cider at our farmers' feast! Located just up on the road on the Cumberland Plateau, the orchard is definitely worth a visit!
Sequatchie Cove Farm
A leader in both all-natural sustainable farming practices and in conservation in the region, Sequatchie Cove Farm provides high quality meats, produce and cheeses, and we couldn't be happier to have their help in showing off how good the Valley tastes! Get a first-hand look at how the farm operates and have a home-cooked lunch there on the grounds by signing up for the Sunday tour when you register for the ride!
Dayspring Farm
Located high on the South Cumberland Plateau, Dayspring Farm is committed to sustainable and humane farming and animal husbandry methods and even has an apiary for fresh honey!
Pig Mountain
Pig Mountain boasts a "farrow-to-finish" operation, meaning all of their feeder pigs are born and raised right there on the farm, free of hormones and antibiotics and free to roam through a mixture of pasture and woodlot.
Fall Creek Farms
Fall Creek Farms is a family owned and operated farm in Spencer, TN on the Cumberland Plateau. They also run a raw milk herd share program, including goat milk. In addition to their other endeavors, they also have grass fed beef and free range chicken and duck eggs available!
PROMOTIONAL SUPPORTERS
Southeast Tennessee Tourism Association
The Southeast Tennessee Tourism Association promotes sustainable tourism in rural Southeast Tennessee and played an important role in making this event possible. Check out SoutheastTennessee.com to get ideas for your next vacation in our beautiful neck of the woods!
Velo Vixens
Looking for a fun group of ladies to share laughs both on and off the bike? Chattanooga's Velo Vixens has you covered! From casual gatherings to social rides to competitive racing, the Velo Vixens offer a safe and supportive environment.
Southern Velo
The newest and fastest-growing club in the Chattanooga region, Southern Velo is home to cyclists of all stripes - racers and recreationalists alike. No matter what you ride or why you ride, you'll enjoy the "veloship" of your fellow cyclists at Southern Velo!
TEAM BUBBA
Proud to "whine like a man" for more than 20 years, Chattanooga's own Team Bubba specializes in suffer-fest rides and ridiculous nicknames. Check out their weekly rides at BeaBubba.com.
Echelon Studio
Based in Chattanooga but reaching a global audience, Echelon doubles as a cycling spin studio and a flex training studio (offering barre, pilates, strength training, yoga, meditation, flexibility, and more) with classes on-site or live-streamed into your home!