Tour De Mater
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Rutledge, Tennessee
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of cycling and community spirit at the Tour De Mater on Saturday, August 29th, 2026, set in the beautiful surroundings of Rutledge, Grainger County. This benefit bicycle ride is not just about the thrill of pedaling; it's a fantastic opportunity to support children’s charities and the Shop With a Cop Program. Riders can choose from three scenic routes: a 17-mile, a 24-mile, and an exhilarating 62-mile trek through the famous tomato-growing region of Grainger County.
Participants will enjoy police assistance throughout the course, ensuring a safe and enjoyable ride, while plenty of rest stops and a delicious lunch await all riders at the finish line starting at 11 am. Plus, don’t miss the chance to compete for the Climb for Cash award, with cash prizes for the fastest male and female riders to conquer Joppa Mountain! Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, come join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and philanthropy!
Participants will enjoy police assistance throughout the course, ensuring a safe and enjoyable ride, while plenty of rest stops and a delicious lunch await all riders at the finish line starting at 11 am. Plus, don’t miss the chance to compete for the Climb for Cash award, with cash prizes for the fastest male and female riders to conquer Joppa Mountain! Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, come join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and philanthropy!
Organiser's Description
Benefit Bicycle Ride to fund children charities and the Shop With a Cop Program. This ride will have Police Assistance throughout the County with plenty of rest stops and Lunch provided to all riders at the finish. Please come and support a great cause while riding and viewing some of the famous Tomato growing area of Grainger County!!!
*A free meal will be provided beginning at 11am for all registered riders. Please stay and eat with us!
*Climb for Cash Award!
* $100.00 for the 1st Male and 1st Female to ride to the top of Joppa Mountain.
* $50.00 for the 2nd Male and 2nd Female to ride to the top of Joppa Mountain.
**Rules for Climb for Cash: Riders must be riding the 62 Mile route to be eligiable. Riders riding electric bicycles will not be eligible for the cash awards but electric bicycles are welcomed to be used on any of the routes. You must use STRAVA. Race Official will verify the winners utilizing the "Joppa Mountain Segment" on STRAVA at the end of the event. Cash awards will be presented at that time. You must be present to claim your winnings. In the event a winner is not present, then their award will be donated to the "Shop with a Cop" children's fund.
Routes:
17 Mile: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/427102641
24 Mile: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/427605195
62 Miles: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/427105970
*A free meal will be provided beginning at 11am for all registered riders. Please stay and eat with us!
*Climb for Cash Award!
* $100.00 for the 1st Male and 1st Female to ride to the top of Joppa Mountain.
* $50.00 for the 2nd Male and 2nd Female to ride to the top of Joppa Mountain.
**Rules for Climb for Cash: Riders must be riding the 62 Mile route to be eligiable. Riders riding electric bicycles will not be eligible for the cash awards but electric bicycles are welcomed to be used on any of the routes. You must use STRAVA. Race Official will verify the winners utilizing the "Joppa Mountain Segment" on STRAVA at the end of the event. Cash awards will be presented at that time. You must be present to claim your winnings. In the event a winner is not present, then their award will be donated to the "Shop with a Cop" children's fund.
Routes:
17 Mile: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/427102641
24 Mile: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/427605195
62 Miles: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/427105970
Races
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Tour De Mater
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Race Day Event T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 01 FEBSupported Route Options: 1. 17 Miles: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/427102641 2. 24 Miles: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/427605195 3. 62 Miles: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/427105970
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270 Justice Center Drive, Rutledge, 37861, TN, United States
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