Love Others Value Everyone
An amazing ride for a great cause...
LOVE 100K / 60k / 30k / 5k family ride
The Love 100K Breast Cancer Challenge was a huge success thanks to all the wonderful riders and supporters who came out and showed so much LOVE for our two families fighting Breast Cancer. You helped raise $8,000 that went as a gift directly to the two women, Amy Johnston and Marie Rainey to help in their fight.
A Classic distance that hurts so good...
Time Trialing for Tatas
Thank you to all the racers, family and friends who came out to the race. It was a fun and fast day and you helped raise $8,000 for our two families fighting Breast Cancer.
COVID-19 Guidelines
Rider Health Checklist
- Symptom Free for 14 days (Fever, Cough, Flu like symptoms)
- No known close contact with infected person in last 14 days
- Day of temperature check
Event Safety Initiatives
- Hand Sanitizer, disposable masks, and social distance markings and signs will be visible and available
- Start finish area will maintain proper social distancing
- Police escorted parade style start to help maintain social distancing. at start
Current Local Rules and Regulations
We follow CDC and Georgia Public Health guidelines as they instruct for the day of the event. Putnam County Public Health will also advise.
Event Emergency/Cancellation Plan
The event will proceed rain or shine. However, if a medical edict is given by the State of Georgia that makes it impossible to conduct the event the event will be rescheduled and participants will be notified of the new date within 30 days from the date of the original event.
Refund Policy Cancellation/Postponement Timeline
If event is cancelled or postponed more than 90 days all registration fees will be refunded.
Registration/Packet Pickup Process
Online registration is strongly encouraged for both safety and convenience. Packets may be picked up in the start area on Friday evening between 5 - 7pm and on day of event 90 minutes prior to start. Social distancing will be strictly enforced and masks are strongly encouraged for the safety of the staff and fellow participants.
Meet Nelson Vails
The Early Days
Born in 1960, in Harlem, NY. One of 11 children his older brother gave him a bicycle in middle school and his life would change forever. Nicknamed “The Cheetah” for his blazing natural speed as a Bicycle Messenger in Manhattan he rose through the ranks of Amateur Cycling in the United States earning a spot on the National team under legendary coach Eddy Borysewicz.
Olympic Success
Nelson "Nelly" became the first African-American to win an Olympic medal in cycling. His silver medal from the 1984 Los Angeles Games, World Championship Gold in 1985 and a 10+ year Pro career in Japan and Europe make him one of Cycling's most sought after speaker and spokesperson.
Still Going Strong
Although retired from Pro cycling Nelson is very active in the sport as a spokesman for Gran Fondo New York and Brand Ambassador for Canyon Bicycles and many others. His Ride with Nelly events are always well attended and his warm and engaging personality and love for people always shines through.
About Us
What does "LOVE" mean
Our club's name "Lake Oconee Velo Eatonton" or just LOVE has also come to represent Love Others Value Everyone. We believe Cycling has the power to bring people together in a healthy pursuit of fun and fitness. Whether novice rider or seasoned racer, you are at home here.