Blood Sweat and Gears returns to High Country

The 26th Annual Blood, Sweat and Gears cycling race will take place in Valle Crucis this weekend. The event, held annually in the High Country, is described as a premier cycling competition in the region.

Recap by left917 · read the full story at the source

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