Tour de Rocky Top
- Date Sat 5th July 2025
- Time 7:30AM EST
- Location Townsend, Tennessee
- Price $50.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
Just added
Secure your place early
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of cycling at the 19th annual Tour de Rocky Top on Saturday, July 5th, 2025, in Townsend, Blount County! This year, the event has a fresh twist as it moves from its longtime home at Barley's to the beautiful Peaceful Side Social, while still showcasing the stunning roads of Blount and Sevier Counties. Participants can choose from an expanded selection of seven routes, including 25-mile, 40-mile, 50-mile, 65-mile, 85-mile, and the challenging Butterfly Gap routes at 60 and 100 miles. Each finisher of the Butterfly Gap routes will receive a newly designed medal, adding an extra touch of achievement.
Cyclists will roll out at 7:30 AM, accompanied by a police escort for a smooth start. Enjoy fully stocked rest stops every 15 miles and ample support along the way. After the ride, indulge in a delicious post-ride meal crafted by the chef at Peaceful Side Social, complete with two complimentary beers and a live viewing of the Tour de France Stage One on big screens. With an expected participation of 400 riders, the Tour de Rocky Top promises an unforgettable experience for cycling enthusiasts. Don't miss
Cyclists will roll out at 7:30 AM, accompanied by a police escort for a smooth start. Enjoy fully stocked rest stops every 15 miles and ample support along the way. After the ride, indulge in a delicious post-ride meal crafted by the chef at Peaceful Side Social, complete with two complimentary beers and a live viewing of the Tour de France Stage One on big screens. With an expected participation of 400 riders, the Tour de Rocky Top promises an unforgettable experience for cycling enthusiasts. Don't miss
Organiser's Description
Massive changes are in store for Tour de Rocky Top in its 19th edition. After 18 years at Barley's, Race Day Events is moving Knoxville's premier road cycling event to Peaceful Side Social in Townsend. The same great Blount and Sevier Co roads but coming from the opposite direction from the town of Townsend. The 2025 TdRT has expanded to include SEVEN route options. These will include both 25 mile & 40 mile routes (replacing the old 30 route) to go with the usual 50, 65, 85 mile routes. Butterfly Gap is back, but is now offered on 2 distance options--60 & 100 mile. BOTH BUTTERFLY GAP ROUTE OPTION FINISHERS WILL RECEIVE NEWLY DESIGNED BUTTERFLY GAP FINISHER MEDALS. After rolling north out of Townsend, the undulating foothills of Blount County are the featured roads. Fully stocked rest stops ~every 15 miles, with all routes fully supported with multiple sag vehicles and moto support. Soft cotton ride logo shirt guaranteed to all riders, as well as DeFeet TdRT logo socks.
Police escort will be provided for the 3 mile start down Hwy 321 to Old Walland Hwy, with back roads leading to the finish at Peaceful Side Social. The starting and finishing route segments will be much less stressful than those sections coming from and back to Knoxville in previous years.
The post ride celebration at Peaceful Side Social will exceed anything seen at previous TdRT editions. Cyclists will enjoy an outstanding post ride meal featuring fresh items from the chef curated menu from PSS, along with two free beers. And of course, the usual Tour de France Stage One viewing on several big screens.
EXPECTED PARTICIPATION--400
ALL ROUTES ROLL OUT AT 7:30AM
Packet pickup:
Wednesday (7/2)), Crown Cleaners, 9409 S. Northshore, from 3 to 6pm.
THURSDAY (7/3), PEACEFUL SIDE BREWERY (MARYVILLE LOCATION)), 106 EVERETT AVE, MARYVILLE, TN 37804, FROM 3 TO 6PM
Friday (7/4), NO PACKET PICKUP due to Fourth of July.
DAY OF RIDE PACKET PICKUP BEGINS AT 6AM AT PEACEFUL SIDE SOCIAL, 7967 E LAMAR ALEXANDER PKWY, TOWNSEND, TN 37882
DAY OF RIDE REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE FOR $75.
JOIN THE EVENT AT RIDE WITH GPS [https://ridewithgps.com/auto_approve/Event/342800/jTCCOOK9HbBTx6O6tK58LuekZiBhcUYl]AND GET PREMIUM SERVICES PROVIDED BY RACE DAY EVENTS
RIDE PARKING at Peaceful Side Social.
REGISTRATION COST SCHEDULE (THESE PRICES INCLUDE ONLINE PROCESSING FEES): $50, January 26 thru February 2
$55, February 3 thru February 28
$60, March 1 thru June 15
$65, June 16 thru June 29
$70, June 30 thru July 04
$75, Day of ride
Police escort will be provided for the 3 mile start down Hwy 321 to Old Walland Hwy, with back roads leading to the finish at Peaceful Side Social. The starting and finishing route segments will be much less stressful than those sections coming from and back to Knoxville in previous years.
The post ride celebration at Peaceful Side Social will exceed anything seen at previous TdRT editions. Cyclists will enjoy an outstanding post ride meal featuring fresh items from the chef curated menu from PSS, along with two free beers. And of course, the usual Tour de France Stage One viewing on several big screens.
EXPECTED PARTICIPATION--400
ALL ROUTES ROLL OUT AT 7:30AM
Packet pickup:
Wednesday (7/2)), Crown Cleaners, 9409 S. Northshore, from 3 to 6pm.
THURSDAY (7/3), PEACEFUL SIDE BREWERY (MARYVILLE LOCATION)), 106 EVERETT AVE, MARYVILLE, TN 37804, FROM 3 TO 6PM
Friday (7/4), NO PACKET PICKUP due to Fourth of July.
DAY OF RIDE PACKET PICKUP BEGINS AT 6AM AT PEACEFUL SIDE SOCIAL, 7967 E LAMAR ALEXANDER PKWY, TOWNSEND, TN 37882
DAY OF RIDE REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE FOR $75.
JOIN THE EVENT AT RIDE WITH GPS [https://ridewithgps.com/auto_approve/Event/342800/jTCCOOK9HbBTx6O6tK58LuekZiBhcUYl]AND GET PREMIUM SERVICES PROVIDED BY RACE DAY EVENTS
RIDE PARKING at Peaceful Side Social.
REGISTRATION COST SCHEDULE (THESE PRICES INCLUDE ONLINE PROCESSING FEES): $50, January 26 thru February 2
$55, February 3 thru February 28
$60, March 1 thru June 15
$65, June 16 thru June 29
$70, June 30 thru July 04
$75, Day of ride
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Add a reviewTour de Rocky Top