BRAG makes a stop in Gainesville on the way to the coast

Bicycle Ride Across Georgia makes a week long journey traveling from North Georgia to the coast. Gainesville was one stop on the way where riders camped overnight at Lake Lanier Olympic Park. 

Riders made their way to Olympic Park in a three hour block starting at noon, where they were able to stop for showers, relaxation, food and entertainment. 

Cyclists from all walks of life, of all ages and from all over participated in the journey which began June 1.

On Sunday, the first trek of the ride started at Ellijay and ended in Gainesville at Lake Lanier Olympic Park on Clarkes Bridge Road.  

The first trip was roughly a 60 mile ride. On Monday, cyclist will travel another 60 miles as they make their way to Covington. 

To follow the BRAG trip and for more details, visit the official BRAG website. 

Check out our photo gallery above for a look at the BRAG stop. 

Mobile showers are on site at each stop for the riders.

Riders set up camp with lake views at the Olympic Park Venue.

(L) Laura Laurenzi, Kris Jensen and Leigh Torrence are riders participating in BRAG this year.

While some riders pitched tents, others chose a more minimal stay in hammocks.

Of course we feature a pup, but the real focus is on the massages offered to riders making the week-long journey.

Charging stations were available for riders to charge their phones and other devices.

A Bibb County sheriff escorted the cyclist.

This hand painted trailer was just one of the trailers following riders with their luggage and camping necessities.

Riders could get tune-ups on their bikes while at the stop.

People enjoyed the lake views while listening to live music at Lake Lanier's Olympic Park.

Live entertainment from the Fabulous Cover Hogs band.

The event's entertainment for the night included a performance by local band the Fabulous Cover Hogs.

This lovely duo relaxed lakeside to enjoy BRAG's entertainment for the evening.

The BRAG stop was a good time for people to mingle with one another.

A ride that long build an appetite! There were multiple food trucks on site at Olympic Park.

Brews on tap and corn hole boards-what a pair!

More mingling of riders!

Who can say no to the beautiful lake views?

The entertainment was from 6-8 pm.

Alongside the corn hole boards, folks could take a stab at horseshoes, too.

(L) Noah Fritz and Chase Adams are a couple of the staff members of the event.

There was a variety of food at the BRAG stop.

People visited vendors for the evening during the 2-hour event.

Debating a massage, perhaps?

The ride included participants of all ages. This couple hooked their child along for the journey.

Riders were welcomed with the BRAG archway.

Cyclists parked their bikes and set up campsites for their overnight stop.

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