2024 Laughing Donkey Invitational: Chula, Georgia, USA!

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LGC enjoying the SoGA countryside & Cotton Fields

Laughing Donkey Gravel Invitational

“The Gravel Cycling Community of Tifton invites you to join us in a scenic tour of the Tifton area and surrounding counties. The 3rd annual “Laughing Donkey Invitational” is a FREE, self supported, gravel adventure. Donations are welcome, but not required. All proceeds will go towards a local cause. Please share this event with your favorite friends.” – https://www.facebook.com/events/377801521707749

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L: JOM, R: Promoter, Jean Guzman

From the Promoter, Jean Guzman

“We do not make any claims as to road or traffic conditions. This is an “open roads” event with all of the risks involved. We ask that you please be aware of your physical/health limitations as you make your route decisions and be respectful of all traffic rules. We also ask that you refrain from littering or engaging in dangerous or disrespectful behaviors while riding through our friendly neighborhoods. We have beautiful gravel roads waiting for you! We hope to see you then.”

Laughing Donkey 2024 Ride Experience Video

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In this video, JOM of the Gravel Cyclist crew & his partner, the Lady Gravel Cyclist, ride the 70 mile course for the 2024 Laughing Donkey Gravel Invitational. For 2024, the event ran on November 2, 2024.

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A small crowd for this true grassroots event, 100% free!

Continued from Above:

Chula, Georgia

“Chula is an unincorporated community in Tift County, Georgia, United States. The community is located along U.S. Route 41 near Interstate 75, 7.2 miles (11.6 km) north-northwest of Tifton. Chula has a post office with ZIP code 31733. An early variant name was “Ruby”. The Georgia General Assembly incorporated the place in 1904 as the “Town of Chula”. The town’s municipal charter was repealed in 1906.” – Wikipedia

2024 laughing donkey gravel invitational
Neutral rollout

Reminder: ALWAYS BE A STEWARD FOR GRAVEL CYCLING: Respect the roads, respect the locals, respect the land, respect your fellow cyclists.

Additional Photos

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Sandy conditions due to no rain since Hurricane Milton / Helene
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SoGA Tree Cover
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JOM demonstrating skills in sand
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Key to sand success, wider tyres, low gears, momentum, power
2024 laughing donkey gravel invitational
Riding one-handed behind Tandemonium!

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