George Street Bike Challenge & Festival

George Street Challenge for Major Taylor logo

See how fast you can pedal up George Street, a two-block uphill quad-buster
that was a training ground for 1899 world champion Major Taylor.

Sunday, July 27, 2025
21st edition

George Street Bike Challenge for Major Taylor
Main and George streets in Worcester, Mass.
2025 Results
George Street 2025 Photos (Add yours too!)
2025 MEDALISTS – PODIUM PHOTOS
UPDATED COURSE RECORDS

It’s one rider at a time against the clock in this steep uphill time trial in downtown Worcester.
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.

Check-in on race day opens at 8:30 a.m. Racing starts at 10:00 sharp.

Presented by Seven Hills Wheelmen and Landry’s Bicycles.
Sponsored by Joe’s Auto Service.
Proceeds benefit the Major Taylor Association, Inc.
and Seven Hills Wheelmen.

2024 results, photos, updated course records, news coverage, and raffle winners


WORCESTER – Chase Baker wears a Maj. Taylor jersey as he ascends the hill. George St. Hill Climb. Sunday, July 23, 2017. [T&G Staff/Christine Peterson]
TGSPORTS. SHOOT DATE: 06/25/03. For story? Professional cyclist Rahsaan Bahati laughs as he talks with people gathered at George Street during Wednesday’s promo event for the Longsjo Classic and the upcoming George Street Bike Challenge. In the background is a photograph of Major Taylor, who used to train at George Street.
The Annual George Street Challenge was held on George Street in Worcester, Sunday. Riding together and sporting capes, front-John Menard and back Kenny Ambach hit midway up the hill.
WORCESTER – Michelle Renae, 35, of Northbridge, pedals up George Street in 34.09 seconds, winning the gold medal in the women 35-49 category. Sunday, July 23, 2017. [T&G Staff/Christine Peterson]
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