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The Ouachita Challenge Race Association has been working hard behind the scenes to bring you a fun and safe 2023 Ouachita Challenge. We are in the final stages of getting our permits and approvals for the event. The OC must still follow state and local guidelines. Check the OC Facebook page for any changes or […]
The Ouachita Challenge Race Association has been working hard behind the scenes to bring you a fun and safe 2023 Ouachita Challenge. We are in the final stages of getting our permits and approvals for the event. The OC must still follow state and local guidelines. Check the OC Facebook page for any changes or […]
April 1st, 2023 we’ll gather together at Hazel Valley Ranch in Fayetteville and head out for some beautiful miles on NWA gravel. Expect routes of 45 and 64 miles in the Ozark National Forest. Afterward we’ll convene back together at the ranch for Bike Rack Brewery beer, food from our friends Devin Cole and Chamois Butt’r with stories shared by the […]
April 1st, 2023 we’ll gather together at Hazel Valley Ranch in Fayetteville and head out for some beautiful miles on NWA gravel. Expect routes of 45 and 64 miles in the Ozark National Forest. Afterward we’ll convene back together at the ranch for Bike Rack Brewery beer, food from our friends Devin Cole and Chamois Butt’r with stories shared by the […]
The Iron Mountain XC is an AMBCS (Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series) mountain bike race contested on the lengendary trail system of Iron Mountain which is located on DeGray Lake just outside of Caddo Valley, Arkansas. This is a USA Cycling-sanctioned race and there are categories for all ages and levels. An annual licenses is […]
The Iron Mountain XC is an AMBCS (Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series) mountain bike race contested on the lengendary trail system of Iron Mountain which is located on DeGray Lake just outside of Caddo Valley, Arkansas. This is a USA Cycling-sanctioned race and there are categories for all ages and levels. An annual licenses is […]
Devil’s Den State Park has been a haven for mountain bikers for nearly 30 years, and this April is no exception. This weekend (April 7-9, 2017) the park will celebrate its 29th Annual Mountain Bike Festival. Cyclists are always welcome to ride on one of the first mountain bike trails built in the state. However, the […]
Devil’s Den State Park has been a haven for mountain bikers for nearly 30 years, and this April is no exception. This weekend (April 7-9, 2017) the park will celebrate its 29th Annual Mountain Bike Festival. Cyclists are always welcome to ride on one of the first mountain bike trails built in the state. However, the […]
A beautifully evil bikepacking route in the south. Averaging over 100 feet of elevation gain/loss per mile, riders are either buckling up for a rowdy descent or gritting teeth for a torturous climb. The loop consists of 80% gravel and 20% pavement with surface types ranging from hardpacked gravel to unmaintained OHV trails. Creek crossings, […]
A beautifully evil bikepacking route in the south. Averaging over 100 feet of elevation gain/loss per mile, riders are either buckling up for a rowdy descent or gritting teeth for a torturous climb. The loop consists of 80% gravel and 20% pavement with surface types ranging from hardpacked gravel to unmaintained OHV trails. Creek crossings, […]
A packed week of racing, kicking off with UCI Elite men/women, U23 Men/Women, and JR men/women C1 event on Wednesday. Thursday is an official training and pre-ride day before we jump into short track racing on Friday. We have inscripted Friday’s UCI short track for the elites, and we will offer short track for amateurs as […]
A packed week of racing, kicking off with UCI Elite men/women, U23 Men/Women, and JR men/women C1 event on Wednesday. Thursday is an official training and pre-ride day before we jump into short track racing on Friday. We have inscripted Friday’s UCI short track for the elites, and we will offer short track for amateurs as […]
REDEMPTION ENDURO Presented by Southern Enduro Tour | Powered by Slaughter Trail Guides The Southern Enduro Tour (SET) visits Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma offering the best variety of terrain in the mid-west and creating a regional championship that is both challenging and fun for any mountain biker that is seeking a premium race experience. At […]
REDEMPTION ENDURO Presented by Southern Enduro Tour | Powered by Slaughter Trail Guides The Southern Enduro Tour (SET) visits Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma offering the best variety of terrain in the mid-west and creating a regional championship that is both challenging and fun for any mountain biker that is seeking a premium race experience. At […]
Join us for an easy social ride at Boyle Park. It is a great opportunity to meet other women mountain bikers. We will ride Grilled counterclockwise. This is a beginner-friendly trail, only 3.5 miles, with several bail-out spots. A helmet and a mountain bike in working order are required. Please sign the waiver using the […]
Join us for an easy social ride at Boyle Park. It is a great opportunity to meet other women mountain bikers. We will ride Grilled counterclockwise. This is a beginner-friendly trail, only 3.5 miles, with several bail-out spots. A helmet and a mountain bike in working order are required. Please sign the waiver using the […]
Join us tonight for Stories From The Saddle with Aimee Gilchrist and Jeremy Collins! Beverages are provided by Point Remove and snacks are by Old Bank
Join us tonight for Stories From The Saddle with Aimee Gilchrist and Jeremy Collins! Beverages are provided by Point Remove and snacks are by Old Bank
Event Entries Include A Premium Ringspun T-shirt: But, riders may choose to select no t-shirt (and save $5) or upgrade for $15 to a technical fabric t-shirt. To make one of these choices, proceed to the second page and select no-shirt (-$5), ringspun (for size only purposes), or technical (+$15) shirt. The Iron Pig Time Trial is part of a […]
Event Entries Include A Premium Ringspun T-shirt: But, riders may choose to select no t-shirt (and save $5) or upgrade for $15 to a technical fabric t-shirt. To make one of these choices, proceed to the second page and select no-shirt (-$5), ringspun (for size only purposes), or technical (+$15) shirt. The Iron Pig Time Trial is part of a […]
A great course and event for both a beginner or seasoned athlete. Held at the Arkansas Air and Military Museum, the Iron Pig Festival consists of a Duathlon, 5K, Fun Run and a Bike Time Trail. The duathlon is a USA Triathlon sanctioned event that consists of a 3 mile run, 18 mile bike and […]
A great course and event for both a beginner or seasoned athlete. Held at the Arkansas Air and Military Museum, the Iron Pig Festival consists of a Duathlon, 5K, Fun Run and a Bike Time Trail. The duathlon is a USA Triathlon sanctioned event that consists of a 3 mile run, 18 mile bike and […]
The Avoca Race Series is back for 2023! The 2023 series has been rebranded and will be a four-race series (road only) with a similar race format as done in previous years. Registration is live now on Bikereg.com. Please help the process by registering online for $20 per race. Onsite registration will be $30. Race […]
The Avoca Race Series is back for 2023! The 2023 series has been rebranded and will be a four-race series (road only) with a similar race format as done in previous years. Registration is live now on Bikereg.com. Please help the process by registering online for $20 per race. Onsite registration will be $30. Race […]
The Pedaler’s Bash is a 45-mile marathon mountain bike event, in Bentonville Arkansas. Post-party with drinks, food & music!
The Pedaler’s Bash is a 45-mile marathon mountain bike event, in Bentonville Arkansas. Post-party with drinks, food & music!
The main course is flat to rolling 24-mile loop with one .5-mile climb on each lap. The start/finish line is located at the Prairie Grove upper elementary school. The Junior Men and Women age 11-14 course is a 13-mile loop with rolling to flat terrain. STRAVA MAPS FOR ALL CATEGORIES: NWA Spring Classic Road Race Course […]
The main course is flat to rolling 24-mile loop with one .5-mile climb on each lap. The start/finish line is located at the Prairie Grove upper elementary school. The Junior Men and Women age 11-14 course is a 13-mile loop with rolling to flat terrain. STRAVA MAPS FOR ALL CATEGORIES: NWA Spring Classic Road Race Course […]
The Avoca Race Series is back for 2023! The 2023 series has been rebranded and will be a four-race series (road only) with a similar race format as done in previous years. Registration is live now on Bikereg.com. Please help the process by registering online for $20 per race. Onsite registration will be $30. Race […]
The Avoca Race Series is back for 2023! The 2023 series has been rebranded and will be a four-race series (road only) with a similar race format as done in previous years. Registration is live now on Bikereg.com. Please help the process by registering online for $20 per race. Onsite registration will be $30. Race […]
Noon2Moon is the only annual fundraiser race by Coler, for Coler! Registrations and donations support Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, which is operated by Peel Compton Foundation (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit). All funds raised go back to the trail development and accessible programming that make Coler a unique destination for visitors from Northwest Arkansas and beyond!
Rider registration is underway for the 2023 Tour de Toad Ride for Literacy! This family friendly bicycle event is held in conjunction with Toad Suck Daze in Conway and will take place Saturday morning, May 6th. You can sign up for a 10, 20, or 40 mile ride, and there’s a family ride, too. Earn […]
Mount Nebo State Park is a 1,750 ft mountain escape in the heart of the Arkansas River Valley and is part of the Monument Trails system. Stepping out on the butte, you will be immersed in spectacular views that set the stage for mountain bike trails for everyone, and include waterfalls, pine forests, winding rock […]
Noon2Moon is the only annual fundraiser race by Coler, for Coler! Registrations and donations support Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, which is operated by Peel Compton Foundation (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit). All funds raised go back to the trail development and accessible programming that make Coler a unique destination for visitors from Northwest Arkansas and beyond!
Rider registration is underway for the 2023 Tour de Toad Ride for Literacy! This family friendly bicycle event is held in conjunction with Toad Suck Daze in Conway and will take place Saturday morning, May 6th. You can sign up for a 10, 20, or 40 mile ride, and there’s a family ride, too. Earn […]
Mount Nebo State Park is a 1,750 ft mountain escape in the Arkansas River Valley's heart and part of the Monument Trails system. Stepping out on the butte, you will be immersed in spectacular views that set the stage for mountain bike trails for everyone, and include waterfalls, pine forests, winding rock gardens, and gravity–down […]
Mount Nebo State Park is a 1,750 ft mountain escape in the heart of the Arkansas River Valley and is part of the Monument Trails system. Stepping out on the butte, you will be immersed in spectacular views that set the stage for mountain bike trails for everyone, and include waterfalls, pine forests, winding rock […]
Spring Ride Starts in Fayetteville and Finishes in Bentonville. Start Times: 7-7:30, 7:30-8, 8-8:30, 8:30-9, 9-9:30 FinishLine Closes at 2 PM! Helmets are required to participate!! Shirt sizes are Not guaranteed after April 6th. If you need to register for a shuttle please copy and paste link: https://app.regwiz.io/register/s2sshuttle/958
Join us to celebrate Women's MTB Day! Let's ride together and then regroup for a potluck picnic and socialize! (WOAR events are always free) Participants need a helmet and a mountain bike in good working order. 3 ride options: Beginner, Beginner Plus, and Intermediate. Most trails are Iron Mtn are green/blue, so route options will […]
Join us to celebrate Women's MTB Day! Let's ride together and then regroup for a potluck picnic and socialize! (WOAR events are always free) Participants need a helmet and a mountain bike in good working order. 3 ride options: Beginner, Beginner Plus, and Intermediate. Most trails are Iron Mtn are green/blue, so route options will […]
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