See how fast you can pedal up George Street, a two-block quad-buster that was a training ground for 1899 world champion Major Taylor. It's one rider at a time against the clock in this steep uphill time trial in downtown Worcester, presented by Barney's Bicycle and the Seven Hills Wheelmen, on the fourth Sunday in July. The distance is 500 feet, and the average grade is 18 percent. The contest is open to riders age 12 and up. Helmets are required. Entry fee is $20. Proceeds benefit the Major Taylor Association, Inc.
Bike raffle: Win a 2012 Raleigh Revenio 2.0 road bike from Barney's Bicycle and other cool prizes. Click here to see the prize list and order tickets.
To donate raffle prizes or goods or services, e-mail Lynne
or call Peter at Barney's, 508-799-BIKE.
Click here for results, photos, videos, raffle prizes, news coverage and more from 2011.
Where is George Street? Click here for a map.
How steep is George Street? Click here for a profile.
Who's the fastest rider? Click here for the course records.
