George Street Bike Challenge for Major Taylor

See how fast you can pedal up George Street, a two-block quad-buster where 1899 world champion Major Taylor made his mark.It's one rider at a time against the clock in this steep uphill challenge in downtown Worcester, presented by the Seven Hills Wheelmen and Landry's Bicycles, and sponsored by Joe's Auto Service.Open to ages 12 & up. Entry fee is $25, free for Seven Hills Wheelmen members.Register athttps://www.bikereg.com/george-street-challengeThe George Street event includes a bike expo and community fair. Bike gear, craft items, and other goods will be available, along with info on cycling, other forms of transportation, and social justice organizations.More info:https://sevenhillswheelmen.org/george-street-bike-challenge/Raffle grand prize is a $500 gift card from Landry's Bicycles. Other prizes include $300 and $200 Landry's gift cards, original cyanotypes by artist Lisa Shea, and a Scrub-a-Dub car wash pass (90-Day Works Unlimited). You need not do the hill climb to enter the raffle, and you need not be present at the drawing at George Street on July 26 to win. Get tickets at the event on July 26, or ahead of time at https://www.bikereg.com/george-street-challengeVendor & info table spaces are still available. Reserve at https://www.bikereg.com/george-street-challenge or contact georgestreetchallenge@gmail.comThe after-party will be at Moynagh's Tavern, 25 Exchange St., Worcester, featuring goldsprints (stationary bicycle racing).