Events

2024 Knoxville Gran Fondo and Trail Run

June 22, 2024
Baker Creek Preserve

Pedal for Alzheimer’s is proud to present the 2024 Knoxville Gran Fondo and Trail Run!

Come join the first 2024 Knoxville Gran Fondo and Trail Run on Saturday, June 22! This event will bring awareness to Alzheimer’s and welcomes everyone to be part of a great cycling and running event. Route distances will include 25-mile, 60-mile, and 85-mile options. Plus a timed trail run (approx. 5K distance). Come out and ride for fun or compete for your fastest time. Enjoy winding roads, fun climbs, fun descents, and some of the beautiful scenery South Knoxville has to offer.

Ride Includes

Full Custom 2024 Knoxville Gran Fondo Hat

Rest Stops

Awards to Top 3 Finishers (Male/Female)

Post Ride Food and Beverages

Fondo Awards

KOM/QOM Competition will be awarded to the fastest climber (Male and Female) to the top of Sevierville Pike climb at mile 4.

Awards to 1st Place Finishers (Male/Female)

Trail Run Awards

Top male and female individual winner.

Awards to the top male and female winners for age categories of 10 and under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.

Awards will not be mailed.

Event Agenda

Friday, June 21

Packet Pickup and Social:
3:00pm-8:00pm

Hi-Wire Brewing
2020 Barber St.
Knoxville, TN 37920

50% off beer ticket for each registered participant to use Friday at Hi-Wire Brewing.

Saturday, June 22

Gran Fondo Start/Finish Location:
Baker Creek
3726 Sevier Heights Rd.
Knoxville, TN 37920

Gran Fondo Day of Registration and Packet Pickup:
6:00am-7:15am

Gran Fondo Start Time:
7:30am

Gran Fondo Routes:
25 miles, 60 miles, 85 miles

Saturday, June 22 (Trail Run)

Start/Finish Location:
Baker Creek
3726 Sevier Heights Rd.
Knoxville, TN 37920

Day of Registration and Packet Pickup:
6:00am-8:30am

Start Time:
9:00am

SHOP CUSTOM KITS

Gold Sponsor

Sponsorship Levels

*Subject to availability.

Festival Sponsor –
$2,000 Donation

Be the exclusive sponsor of our post-ride festival
Collateral/promotional materials
Invitation to Expo area

Rest Stop Sponsor –
$1,000 Donation

Individual/business name posted on signs at designated rest stops.
Social media recognition during and after PFA event
Logo on website
Logo on all printed materials

Thursday Night Group Rides

Pedal for Alzheimer’s hosts Thursday Night Group Rides that are open to the public!

Come enjoy this group ride with fun routes, friendly atmosphere and conversations. All cyclists welcome.

Start/Finish Location:

Suttree Landing Park Pavilion
1820 Foggy Bottom St.
Knoxville, TN 37920

Start Time:

6:00pm

Dates:

Every Thursday from March – October

Ride Pace:

A group 17-19mph, Distance ~25miles.
B group 14-16mph, Distance ~20 miles. Group B is a No Drop ride.

Self supported ride. Please download route, bring enough water/food, spare tube and any tools you might need. We encourage lights.

Weather:

We ride if it’s at least 40°+ or under 100°, (as long as it’s safe and no severe weather). We will post on the Pedal for Alzheimer’s Facebook event page if we need to cancel the ride.

LEARN MORE

PEDAL FOR PAT 2023 DETAILS

1,098+

Miles

60,000+ ft

Elevation Gain

12 Days

In the Saddle

17+ MPH

Average Speed

Sept. 11-22

Date

Day

Date

Monday, Sep 11

Tuesday, Sep 12

Wednesday, Sep 13

Thursday, Sep 14

Friday, Sep 15

Saturday, Sep 16

Sunday, Sep 17

Monday, Sep 18

Tuesday, Sep 19

Wednesday, Sep 20

Thursday, Sep 21

Friday, Sep 22

City

Knoxville, TN to Asheville, NC

Asheville, NC to Greenville, SC

Greenville, SC to Columbia, SC

Columbia, SC to Augusta, GA

Augusta, GA to Milledgeville, GA

Milledgeville, GA to Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, GA to Oxford, AL

Oxford, AL to Birmingham, AL

Birmingham, AL to Fort Payne, AL

Fort Payne, AL to Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga, TN to Athens, TN

Athens, TN to Knoxville, TN

Est. Miles

116

118

115

114

102

Elevation (ft.)

8,700

3,400

5,000

4,200

4,900

6,100

4,100

3,700

4,100

2,900

3,700

4,400

SUPPORT THE CAUSE

RIDE TENNESSEE 2021 BENEFITS

7 nights (cyclists check-in on Sunday, Sept. 12; check-out Sunday, Sept. 19)
Meals (3 meals per day)
Ride Support and Nutrition (mechanical, rest stops, moto support)
Sports Recovery

Hospitality Services (Laundry and Baggage Service)
Video and Photography
Kits
POC Helmet
Media promotion

Road ID Bracelet
Finish Celebration
VIP Team and Sponsor Dinner (Saturday, September 18th)
Travel to and from the event not included in registration. Rider responsible for arrival to Nashville and departure from Knoxville.

COMMITTEE AND VOLUNTEERS

Josh Crisp

Event Founder
Knoxville, TN

Sara Mitchell

Event Chair
Knoxville, TN

Brandon "Monk" Feehery

Event Manager
Knoxville, TN

Wendi Love

Hospitality
Knoxville, TN

Ramona Mitchell

Nutrition
Jackson, TN

Al Hennigan

Moto Support Staff
Lynchburg, TN

Dr. Taylor Comford, PT

Recovery Chair
Knoxville, TN

Meaghan Dullea, PT

Physical Therapist
Knoxville, TN

Taylor Azhocar, LMT

Massage Therapist
Knoxville, TN

Dakota Porter

Physical Therapist
Knoxville, TN

Stephen Manners

Nutrition Team
Knoxville, TN

Donna Turner

Nutrition
Covington, TN

Amanda Barnett

Hospitality
Knoxville, TN

CYCLISTS

Josh Crisp

Cyclist
DONATE

Michael Faulk

Cyclist
DONATE

David McAllister

Cyclist
DONATE

Joe Graves

Cyclist
DONATE

Joey Lovedall

Cyclist
DONATE

Michelle Marciniak

Cyclist
DONATE

Jon Crowson

Cyclist
DONATE

Chris West

Cyclist
DONATE

Mike Barto

Cyclist
DONATE

Walter Waage

Cyclist
DONATE

Missy Kane

Cyclist
DONATE

Ryan Villalobos

Cyclist
DONATE

Brandon Bruce

Cyclist
DONATE

MEET OUR PARTNERS

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Eddie’s 550 Tee Off for Alzheimer’s

March 18 – 25, 2024
The Club at Gettysvue

Eddie’s 550 Tee Off for Alzheimer’s

Knoxville health expert Eddie Reymond announces the Eddie’s 550 Tee Off for Alzheimer’s charity golf event that will welcome celebrities and the public to join in the fight against Alzheimer’s. Reymond will celebrate his 55th birthday and chose to do so in a way that stretches his physical and mental endurance all while making a difference for a cause that is close to his heart. The eight days of sunup to sundown golfing will feature approximately 1,000ft of elevation and 5+ miles of walking for each round of 18 holes.

The kickoff event on day one will welcome celebrity support such as Curt Maggitt, Mike Murray, Keith Delong, Missy Kane, Michelle Marciniak and more.

SUPPORT

Meet Eddie Reymond

“Cognitive health is so important and if I can help make a difference for the future of Alzheimer’s, I’m proud to push my mind and body to extreme measures. As I watched heroes like Pat Summitt and others face the disease, I wish I could have done more to help. There’s something inside of me that feels like I can help do that now.” – Eddie

Sponsorship Levels

Hole In One – Title Sponsor – $2,500

Company Logo on Custom Golf Polo (Eddie will wear this; available as merch)
Company Logo on Eddie’s official golf cart
Company Logo and link on official Eddie’s Tee Off for Alzheimer’s website
Company Logo on all printed material
Custom social media graphics and posts

Eagle Sponsor – $1,000

Company Logo on Eddie’s official golf cart
Company Logo and link on official website
Company Logo on all printed material
Custom social media graphics and posts

Birdie Sponsor – $500

Company Logo and link on official website
Logo signage at one Tee Box and Putting Green
Company Logo on all printed material
Custom social media graphics and posts

Hole Sponsor – $250

Logo signage at one Tee Box and Putting Green
Company Logo and link on official website

Golf with Eddie and Celebrities

*Available for March 18th only. Celebrities to be announced.

* Tee time shotgun start at 12:00pm on March 18th.

Awards

Closest to pin

Longest drive

Agenda

7:00am – Spectator gate opens (watch Eddie tee off)

9:00am – Course opens

11:00am – Lunch pickup

11:30am – Announcements

12:00pm – Shotgun start

Golf Registration

18 Holes – $250

Includes 18 holes, Lunch, Refreshments, Commemorative Golf Ball

Spectator Pass

March 18th – Spectator Day Pass – $50

March 18th – Spectator Pass with 2 Beverage Tickets – $75

You’re invited to register to play golf with Eddie, spectate, and support!

Title Sponsors

Pedal for Pat 2023

Pedal for Pat Logo, PFP Logo

We’re Back
1098 Miles | 5 States | 1 Mission

In honor of the inaugural Pedal for Pat charity cycling event, a team of 12 Summitt Cyclists pedaled 1,098+ miles on a tour of the southeastern United States. The team visited some of the south’s finest universities on the 12-day ride.

The Team

The team consisted of Summitt Cyclists and a full support crew consisting of nutrition, recovery, moto, mechanical, and more!

The Route

The 12-day, 5-state, epic endurance event took the team through some of the south’s most beautiful scenery. The ride began and ended in Knoxville, TN. The team had memorable experiences along the way including visits to some of the region’s finest universities.

The Beneficiary

Pedal for Alzheimer’s is proud to present The Pedal for Pat event benefitting The Pat Summitt Foundation and The Pat Summitt Clinic. Donate now and help continue the fight against Alzheimer’s.

BECOME AN AMBASSAOR

SUPPORT

VOLUNTEER

PEDAL FOR PAT 2023 DETAILS

1,098+

Miles

60,000+ ft

Elevation Gain

12 Days

In the Saddle

17+ MPH

Average Speed

Sept. 11-22

Date

Day

Date

Monday, Sep 11

Tuesday, Sep 12

Wednesday, Sep 13

Thursday, Sep 14

Friday, Sep 15

Saturday, Sep 16

Sunday, Sep 17

Monday, Sep 18

Tuesday, Sep 19

Wednesday, Sep 20

Thursday, Sep 21

Friday, Sep 22

City

Knoxville, TN to Asheville, NC

Asheville, NC to Greenville, SC

Greenville, SC to Columbia, SC

Columbia, SC to Augusta, GA

Augusta, GA to Milledgeville, GA

Milledgeville, GA to Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, GA to Oxford, AL

Oxford, AL to Birmingham, AL

Birmingham, AL to Fort Payne, AL

Fort Payne, AL to Chattanooga, TN

Chattanooga, TN to Athens, TN

Athens, TN to Knoxville, TN

Est. Miles

116

118

115

114

102

Elevation (ft.)

8,700

3,400

5,000

4,200

4,900

6,100

4,100

3,700

4,100

2,900

3,700

4,400

SUPPORT THE CAUSE

RIDE TENNESSEE 2021 BENEFITS

7 nights (cyclists check-in on Sunday, Sept. 12; check-out Sunday, Sept. 19)
Meals (3 meals per day)
Ride Support and Nutrition (mechanical, rest stops, moto support)
Sports Recovery

Hospitality Services (Laundry and Baggage Service)
Video and Photography
Kits
POC Helmet
Media promotion

Road ID Bracelet
Finish Celebration
VIP Team and Sponsor Dinner (Saturday, September 18th)
Travel to and from the event not included in registration. Rider responsible for arrival to Nashville and departure from Knoxville.

COMMITTEE AND VOLUNTEERS

Josh Crisp

Event Founder
Knoxville, TN

Sara Mitchell

Event Chair
Knoxville, TN

Brandon "Monk" Feehery

Event Manager
Knoxville, TN

Wendi Love

Hospitality
Knoxville, TN

Ramona Mitchell

Nutrition
Jackson, TN

Al Hennigan

Moto Support Staff
Lynchburg, TN

Dr. Taylor Comford, PT

Recovery Chair
Knoxville, TN

Meaghan Dullea, PT

Physical Therapist
Knoxville, TN

Taylor Azhocar, LMT

Massage Therapist
Knoxville, TN

Dakota Porter

Physical Therapist
Knoxville, TN

Stephen Manners

Nutrition Team
Knoxville, TN

Donna Turner

Nutrition
Covington, TN

Amanda Barnett

Hospitality
Knoxville, TN

CYCLISTS

Josh Crisp

Cyclist
DONATE

Michael Faulk

Cyclist
DONATE

David McAllister

Cyclist
DONATE

Joe Graves

Cyclist
DONATE

Joey Lovedall

Cyclist
DONATE

Michelle Marciniak

Cyclist
DONATE

Jon Crowson

Cyclist
DONATE

Chris West

Cyclist
DONATE

Mike Barto

Cyclist
DONATE

Walter Waage

Cyclist
DONATE

Missy Kane

Cyclist
DONATE

Ryan Villalobos

Cyclist
DONATE

Brandon Bruce

Cyclist
DONATE

MEET OUR PARTNERS

2019 The Longest Day Ride

2019 THE LONGEST DAY RIDE

On Saturday, June 22, 2019, people around the world participated in The Longest Day®, a day dedicated to all those affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Whether it was choosing a favorite activity, hosting an event or joining a team, participants ignited a global conversation about Alzheimer’s disease, the brain, and other dementia’s as part of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month® in June. People joined an effort to show love to those affected by Alzheimer’s disease.

2018 Pedal For Alzheimer’s

2018 PEDAL FOR ALZHEIMER’S

Pedal for Alz 2018 successfully completed a second annual 1,098-mile, 11-day event which build on the tremendous success of its inaugural Pedal for Pat event, held in October 2017. This year’s goal was to “Raise The Bar.” The 1098 Cyclists, a team of dedicated cyclists, pedaled from Knoxville, Tennessee, through The Great Smoky Mountains to North and South Carolina, down the Georgia and Florida coasts, and concluded in Daytona Beach. Soon after the event, the team issued $70,000 to the Alzheimer’s Research Initiative at the University of Tennessee Medical Center to help further the research, awareness, and education of Alzheimer’s.

THE ROUTE

ALL 1,098 MILES

October 7-17, 2018 | 1,098 miles from Knoxville, Tennessee through the mountains of the Carolinas, ending in Daytona Beach, Florida!

PHOTO GALLERY

2018 The Longest Day Ride

2018 THE LONGEST DAY RIDE

On June 21, 2018, the Pedal for Alzheimer’s team of cyclists set out for a 100-mile route for The Longest Day event to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association. Even though the day was cut short due to severe weather, the team surpassed the fundraising goal to be able to present $2,500 to the Alzheimer’s Association. Each rider donated towards the mission and West Bicycles in east Tennessee hosted the event.

2017 Pedal for Pat

2017 PEDAL FOR PAT

The inaugural event, Pedal for Pat 2017, was successfully completed by a team of 8 “Summitt Cyclists” who pedaled a grueling 100 miles per day for 11 consecutive days from October 17-27, through Tennessee, Georgia and Florida in order to reach their 1,098 mile goal concluding in Key Largo, Florida. The event originally was planned for 12 days; however, due to the impact from Hurricane Irma, the cyclists rallied to finish the mileage in just 11 days.

The team issued $100,000 to the Pat Summitt Foundation to help further the research, awareness, and education of Alzheimer’s.

THE ROUTE

ALL 1,098 MILES

1,098 Miles, 11 days, Knoxville, Tennessee to Key Largo, Florida

2021 Ride Tennessee

RIDE TENNESSEE 2021

In celebration of the fifth anniversary endurance event for Pedal for Alzheimer’s, the organization is set to host a VIP endurance charity cycling event, September 13-18, 2021. A team of 24 cyclists will begin the Ride Tennessee event in Nashville and conclude in Knoxville after cycling 500+ miles with over 25,000 feet of elevation.

The 6-day route will begin in Nashville with a taste of Music City, and the team will make their way through the foothills to the Smoky Mountains, and will finish in Historic Downtown Knoxville.

An $8,000 registration fee per cyclist includes a VIP all-inclusive ride experience. The fee also includes a generous contribution to the 501c3 non-profit’s mission to further Alzheimer’s research, education, support & care.

RIDE

SUPPORT

VOLUNTEER

RIDE TENNESSEE 2021 BENEFITS

7 nights (cyclists check-in on Sunday, Sept. 12; check-out Sunday, Sept. 19)
Meals (3 meals per day)
Ride Support and Nutrition (mechanical, rest stops, moto support)
Sports Recovery

Hospitality Services (Laundry and Baggage Service)
Video and Photography
Kits
POC Helmet
Media promotion

Road ID Bracelet
Finish Celebration
VIP Team and Sponsor Dinner (Saturday, September 18th)
Travel to and from the event not included in registration. Rider responsible for arrival to Nashville and departure from Knoxville.

RIDE TENNESSEE 2021 BENEFITS

7 nights (cyclists check-in on Sunday, Sept. 12; check-out Sunday, Sept. 19)
Meals (3 meals per day)
Ride Support and Nutrition (mechanical, rest stops, moto support)
Sports Recovery

Hospitality Services (Laundry and Baggage Service)
Video and Photography
Kits
POC Helmet
Media promotion

Road ID Bracelet
Finish Celebration
VIP Team and Sponsor Dinner (Saturday, September 18th)
Travel to and from the event not included in registration. Rider responsible for arrival to Nashville and departure from Knoxville.

COMMITTEE

Tom Hopper

Event Manager

Josh Crisp

Event Chair

Sara Mitchell

Event Co-Chair

Lucas McCurdy

Partner Development

Biju Thomas

Chef

Al Hennigan

Moto/Safety

Ramona Mitchell

Hospitality

Katie Dotson

Lead Nutrition

Allison Maurer

Team Nutrition

Diana Christmas

Sports Recovery

Steve "Pops" Bright

Lead Mechanic

VOLUNTEERS

Debbie Mackey

Volunteer

Grace Weber

Volunteer

Kelly Haire

Volunteer

CYCLISTS

Josh Crisp

Cyclist
DONATE

Brandon "Monk" Feehery

Cyclist
DONATE

Joe Graves

Cyclist
DONATE

Greg Pearson

Cyclist
DONATE

Jerry Thompson

Cyclist
DONATE

Joey Lovedall

Cyclist
DONATE

Mike Barto

Cyclist
DONATE

Kyle Dortch

Cyclist
DONATE

Brandon Bruce

Cyclist
DONATE

David McAllister

Cyclist
DONATE

Maysoun Geizer

Cyclist
DONATE

Clay Cromwell

Cyclist
DONATE

Paul Cochran

Cyclist
DONATE

Anna Mitchell

Cyclist
DONATE

Michelle Marciniak

Cyclist
DONATE

Mike Dotson

Cyclist
DONATE

Michael Faulk

Cyclist
DONATE

Mark Horton

Cyclist
DONATE

MEET OUR PARTNERS

TEAM CELEBRATION

At the conclusion of the 6-day charity cycling event, the Ride Tennessee team will celebrate their journey with a private concert featuring singer-songwriter Jay Allen.

In 2018, Jay wrote a song for his mother who recently passed away from Alzheimer’s at only age 54, titled “Blank Stares”. A video of him performing the song live went viral with over 300 million views on Facebook, and has been featured on ABC World News, People TV, People Magazine, Pickler & Ben, Forbes, and Taste of Country among others. Jay has since helped raise $35 million to fight the disease and continues to perform at charity events across the country for the Alzheimer’s Association.

Open Chord, Knoxville, TN
Sept. 18 at 6:00pm
$100/ticket includes concert, food and drink ticket

BUY A TICKET

Events

2024 Knoxville Gran Fondo and Trail Run

June 22, 2024Baker Creek Preserve

Pedal for Alzheimer’s is proud to present the 2024 Knoxville Gran Fondo and Trail Run!

Ride Includes

Fondo Awards

Trail Run Awards

Event Agenda

Gold Sponsor

Sponsors

Sponsorship Levels

Title Sponsor –$10,000 Donation

Gold Sponsor –$6,000 Donation

Festival Sponsor –$2,000 Donation

Rest Stop Sponsor –$1,000 Donation

Thursday Night Group Rides

Pedal for Alzheimer’s hosts Thursday Night Group Rides that are open to the public!

Start/Finish Location:

Start Time:

Dates:

Ride Pace:

Weather:

PEDAL FOR PAT 2023 DETAILS

1,098+

60,000+ ft

12 Days

17+ MPH

Sept. 11-22

Day

Date

City

Est. Miles

Elevation (ft.)

RIDE TENNESSEE 2021 BENEFITS

COMMITTEE AND VOLUNTEERS

Josh Crisp

Sara Mitchell

Brandon "Monk" Feehery

Wendi Love

Ramona Mitchell

Al Hennigan

Dr. Taylor Comford, PT

Meaghan Dullea, PT

Taylor Azhocar, LMT

Dakota Porter

Stephen Manners

Donna Turner

Amanda Barnett

CYCLISTS

Josh Crisp

Michael Faulk

David McAllister

Joe Graves

Joey Lovedall

Michelle Marciniak

Jon Crowson

Chris West

Mike Barto

Walter Waage

Missy Kane

Ryan Villalobos

Brandon Bruce

Eddie’s 550 Tee Off for Alzheimer’s

March 18 – 25, 2024The Club at Gettysvue

Eddie’s 550 Tee Off for Alzheimer’s

Meet Eddie Reymond

Sponsorship Levels

Hole In One – Title Sponsor – $2,500

Eagle Sponsor – $1,000

Birdie Sponsor – $500

Hole Sponsor – $250

Golf with Eddie and Celebrities

*Available for March 18th only. Celebrities to be announced.

* Tee time shotgun start at 12:00pm on March 18th.

Awards

Agenda

Golf Registration

Spectator Pass

You’re invited to register to play golf with Eddie, spectate, and support!

Title Sponsors

June 22, 2024
Baker Creek Preserve

Title Sponsor –
$10,000 Donation

Gold Sponsor –
$6,000 Donation

Festival Sponsor –
$2,000 Donation

Rest Stop Sponsor –
$1,000 Donation

March 18 – 25, 2024
The Club at Gettysvue

We’re Back
1098 Miles | 5 States | 1 Mission