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Double Barrel Gravel Ride

May 18 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Double Barrel Gravel Ride
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Get ready for the most epic adventure in NWA – the Double Barrel Gravel Ride is back and bigger than ever! Phat Tire Bike Shop and the Benton County Quails are throwing the ultimate party in May, and you’re invited to join the chaos on Sunday, May 18th. Buckle up for a day of heart-pumping action, featuring:

  • 71 miles of brutal, chunky gravel roads that will put your skills to the test
  • A chance to blast some skeet and show off your shooting skills
  • Live music from the legendary Frisky Squirrels to get you pumped up and ready to ride
  • A mouth-watering Jambalaya & Crawfish Boil to fuel your body and satisfy your cravings

Here’s the schedule:

6:30 am: Registration and Check In – get ready to rumble!

8:00 am: 71-Mile Riders Meeting and Start – the ultimate challenge begins

1:00 pm: 31-Mile and 15-Mile Riders’ Meeting and Start – join the fun, no matter your skill level

3:00 pm: The Party Starts – beer, food, music, and mayhem ensue

Note: The 71- and 31-mile courses are unmarked, so bring your A-game and your GPS. The 15-mile course will be marked, but don’t get too comfortable – it’s still gonna be a wild ride! Aid stations will be provided to keep you fueled and focused.

The Start & Finish is at the Benton County Quail Barn, and the routes feature some of the funnest, most challenging gravel roads in the area. We recommend 35mm or wider tires – anything less, and you might be in for a world of hurt. The 71-mile option features a whopping 5K in climbing, so be prepared to push yourself to the limit.

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But it’s not all about the ride – the real fun starts at 3:00 pm, with an epic party featuring:

  • Ice-cold beer to quench your thirst from Fossil Cove Brewery
  • Delicious jambalaya and crawfish boil to satisfy your hunger
  • Live music to keep you moving and grooving from Frisky Squirrels
  • An inflatable obstacle course to test your skills and challenge your friends
  • A raffle with some amazing prizes to take home

So, what are you waiting for?

Join the Phat Tire Phamily and get ready for the most epic adventure of the year. Proceeds benefit the Benton County Quails, so you can feel good about getting wild and crazy. See you there!

Things to bring:

  • Bike, helmet and cycling clothes
  • Change of clothes for post-ride festivities
  • All the friends you can muster
  • No need to bring guns or ammo as those are provided
  • Bikes with a 35mm or wider tires are highly recommended
  • Flat kits – don’t start out without one.

If you need to grab some tires or rent a bike, Phat Tire Bike Shop has you covered click on this link for rentals https://www.phattirebikeshop.com

 

***New this year parking fee required $15 per vehicle- provide proof of payment from bike reg to parking tenant day of event.

This fee goes to benefit Benton County Quail Barn.

The Benton County Quails are kindly offering a camping option on Saturday night, May 17th.

Camping can be purchased in the Merchandise section of registration.

The gates will open at 4:00 pm on Saturday, May 17th.

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GPS Course Route Links:  

71-mile route:  Double Barrel Gravel Ride 2019 FULL (71 Miles) · Ride with GPS

31-mile route: Double Barrel 30 Mile Gravel 2019 · Ride with GPS

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15-mile route: Double Barrel 15 mile short gravel · Ride with GPS

Click in the top right of the link on the ‘Export’ button to load to your GPS device of choice.

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Details

Date:
May 18
Time:
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Event Category:
Event Tags:
Website:
https://www.bikereg.com/double-barrel-gravel-ride

Venue

Benton County Quail Barn
11670 W Highway 72
Bentonville, 72712 United States
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