Veloship

We were founded by some local riders way back in 2018, when rim brakes still roamed the earth and “gravel grinding” was a term used only in the fields of civil engineering or mining. But in the vast span of time since then, the club has expanded its horizons and now embraces asphalt and gravel, rim and disc brakes, baggy and lycra shorts, all coexisting peacefully side by side.

We are partial to group rides and maintain a series of regular winter and summer events for our club. We also ride the local “institutions” set up by other groups like Dalton Area Cyclists, Apison Bike League, East Ridge Bicycles, or the Battlefield Gentlemen’s Ride (also friendly to women, for the record).

We have a stout group of road racers, racing throughout Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama in USA Cycling and TBRA road events to make our sponsors proud. Men and women, young and old. Our race roster includes past and current Tennessee State Champions, TBAR Series Champions, representing various age, gender and categories. Among them are a growing number of Junior racers who we hope will continue the tradition and joy of cycling for years to come.

Our aim is simple: to have fun on the bike, encourage new riders, offer opportunities to ride or race on a regular basis, and to enjoy the “veloship” of our fellow riders and club members in the region.

We are all ONE team. We all ride in ONE kit. You can race road, mountain bike, gravel, cyclo-cross, or just ride for fun in the same kit.