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What is the Bike City Fondo? Love to ride? This event has options for everyone! Road riding, gravel grinder, paved trail system; there are courses for all riders, no matter your riding level! Bring your club, team, friends and/or family for a day of excellent riding and relax with a beer and refreshments at the […]
What is the Bike City Fondo? Love to ride? This event has options for everyone! Road riding, gravel grinder, paved trail system; there are courses for all riders, no matter your riding level! Bring your club, team, friends and/or family for a day of excellent riding and relax with a beer and refreshments at the […]
The Tour de BBQ event combines cycling with BBQ all for the cause of helping individuals become economically independent through Dress for Success Northwest Arkansas. The 4th annual Tour de BBQ benefiting Dress for Success NWA is coming up on 6/1/24. All proceeds benefit Dress for Success in empowering women toward economic independence. This year […]
Tour de Rock, benefitting CARTI Cancer Center, attracts cyclists from all over the southern region and is considered the fastest Century Ride in the South. Riders choose from one of four pancake-flat routes that wind and weave through Central Arkansas. Tour de Rock is a well-supported ride with plenty of rest stops and an after-party with music, […]
The Tour de BBQ event combines cycling with BBQ all for the cause of helping individuals become economically independent through Dress for Success Northwest Arkansas. The 4th annual Tour de BBQ benefiting Dress for Success NWA is coming up on 6/1/24. All proceeds benefit Dress for Success in empowering women toward economic independence. This year […]
Old Post Challenge 2024 Join us for the AMBCS season opener at Old Post Park! Course is fast, turny, and pedally. Full race route is just over 7 miles and junior/novice course is just over 4 miles. PACKET PICKUP: Onsite Saturday 4/13 from 2-6pm and again the morning of event. Race Routes: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43118388 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43118398
Old Post Challenge 2024 Join us for the AMBCS season opener at Old Post Park! Course is fast, turny, and pedally. Full race route is just over 7 miles and junior/novice course is just over 4 miles. PACKET PICKUP: Onsite Saturday 4/13 from 2-6pm and again the morning of event. Race Routes: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43118388 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43118398
Join us Monday, June 3rd for a Bike Drive and Bike Ride in support of Recycle Bikes For Kids. A “Bike Drive” is an opportunity for you to support Recycle Bikes For Kids by donating any new or used (but repairable) bikes, bike parts, accessories or clothing. This can be any bike that has been […]
Join us Monday, June 3rd for a Bike Drive and Bike Ride in support of Recycle Bikes For Kids. A “Bike Drive” is an opportunity for you to support Recycle Bikes For Kids by donating any new or used (but repairable) bikes, bike parts, accessories or clothing. This can be any bike that has been […]
Welcome to the Inaugural PEDAL for PAWS Bike Ride! 🐾 Come join us for a fun day of family-friendly biking at Harry E. Kelley River Park to support The Artemis Project Animal Rescue! Help us raise funds that will go directly to our animals while enjoying a scenic ride along the river. Bring your own […]
Welcome to the Inaugural PEDAL for PAWS Bike Ride! 🐾 Come join us for a fun day of family-friendly biking at Harry E. Kelley River Park to support The Artemis Project Animal Rescue! Help us raise funds that will go directly to our animals while enjoying a scenic ride along the river. Bring your own […]
Please join host the Ozark Off-Road Cyclists for the Annual Battle For Townsends Ridge XC Race at Hobbs State Park! This race is part of the AMBCS series. Kids Race Free (Juniors 14 & under)! The OORC has waived all Junior registration fees for the race in a continued effort to make mountain biking more […]
Please join host the Ozark Off-Road Cyclists for the Annual Battle For Townsends Ridge XC Race at Hobbs State Park! This race is part of the AMBCS series. Kids Race Free (Juniors 14 & under)! The OORC has waived all Junior registration fees for the race in a continued effort to make mountain biking more […]
Course Start/Finish is located on Emma Street in the heart of Downtown Springdale. A classic criterium course which has 8 turns for a total distance of 0.9 miles. Strava Link - https://www.strava.com/routes/2806559545765160600 Race Details Race Category Details: First Chance: 4:30pm start 20 minutes This category is for the rider who is new to the sport of […]
Course Start/Finish is located on Emma Street in the heart of Downtown Springdale. A classic criterium course which has 8 turns for a total distance of 0.9 miles. Strava Link - https://www.strava.com/routes/2806559545765160600 Race Details Race Category Details: First Chance: 4:30pm start 20 minutes This category is for the rider who is new to the sport of […]
Update: The Event is postponed until June 13, 2024. Come and join us for the Grand Opening of the Benton Mountain Bike Park! Located at 1100 South Market St. just west of Ralph Bunche Park. We encourage riders of all levels to come out and experience the one-of-a-kind park! Vendor's, giveaways, food trucks, and demo […]
Update: The Event is postponed until June 13, 2024. Come and join us for the Grand Opening of the Benton Mountain Bike Park! Located at 1100 South Market St. just west of Ralph Bunche Park. We encourage riders of all levels to come out and experience the one-of-a-kind park! Vendor's, giveaways, food trucks, and demo […]
What is the Bike City Fondo? Love to ride? This event has options for everyone! Road riding, gravel grinder, paved trail system; there are courses for all riders, no matter your riding level! Bring your club, team, friends and/or family for a day of excellent riding and relax with a beer and refreshments at the […]
What is the Bike City Fondo? Love to ride? This event has options for everyone! Road riding, gravel grinder, paved trail system; there are courses for all riders, no matter your riding level! Bring your club, team, friends and/or family for a day of excellent riding and relax with a beer and refreshments at the […]
Cleveland County's 2nd annual bicycle event covering miles of our county, starting and ending at the Pioneer Village in Rison. Routes at 21, 29, 44 and 65 mile lengths! Individual route maps here: https://clevelandcountyarkansas.com/cruisin/
Welcome to the Ozark Enduro Lite Series produced by Arkansas Race Solutions. Our mission is to create a fun, welcoming, all-inclusive race environment. Bringing “Gravity to All”, our races will be focused on beginner to intermediate level enduro with a mix of fun and feisty designed to challenge more advanced riders for speed while allowing […]
Welcome to the Ozark Enduro Lite Series produced by Arkansas Race Solutions. Our mission is to create a fun, welcoming, all-inclusive race environment. Bringing “Gravity to All”, our races will be focused on beginner to intermediate level enduro with a mix of fun and feisty designed to challenge more advanced riders for speed while allowing […]
***Little Rock Bike Polo Presents: Summer Solstice Slam V*** OPEN TO PUBLIC RIDICULE AND ENJOYMENTSWIMMING POOL ACCESSSHADENOODLES Communication:Facebook - https://fb.me/e/3HKrubfx6Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lrbikepolo/ Tournament Details: Saturday, June 22nd - Sunday, June 23rd Single court (120’ x 55') @ MacArthur Park(https://maps.app.goo.gl/4PmZwEhVQt6PuXkf6)3v3 ABC Shuffle Tournament Saturday / Sunday Registration Details:25 Per person due by June 21st Reg Link: https://forms.gle/5zNg9nww2k9D2V5t7 Registration opens: Sunday, April 21st. Registration closes: […]
***Little Rock Bike Polo Presents: Summer Solstice Slam V*** OPEN TO PUBLIC RIDICULE AND ENJOYMENTSWIMMING POOL ACCESSSHADENOODLES Communication:Facebook - https://fb.me/e/3HKrubfx6Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lrbikepolo/ Tournament Details: Saturday, June 22nd - Sunday, June 23rd Single court (120’ x 55') @ MacArthur Park(https://maps.app.goo.gl/4PmZwEhVQt6PuXkf6)3v3 ABC Shuffle Tournament Saturday / Sunday Registration Details:25 Per person due by June 21st Reg Link: https://forms.gle/5zNg9nww2k9D2V5t7 Registration opens: Sunday, April 21st. Registration closes: […]
If you are wondering “what’s in it for the rider besides a day of dripping sweat, aching muscles and pure exhaustion?” Our answer is “the best adrenaline rush you have ever had topped off with the most exciting sense of accomplishment that only an avid rider knows. When the internal rivalry between the rider and […]
If you are wondering “what’s in it for the rider besides a day of dripping sweat, aching muscles and pure exhaustion?” Our answer is “the best adrenaline rush you have ever had topped off with the most exciting sense of accomplishment that only an avid rider knows. When the internal rivalry between the rider and […]
Welcome to the Arkansas Graveler The Arkansas Graveler route winds through some of the most scenic, iconic rural roads of Arkansas, beginning in Fayetteville and pointing East to Jonesboro. Total ride distance: 340. Daily ride distances vary between 40-70 miles depending on the difficulty of terrain. For 6 full days, enjoy the warmest welcome from […]
Welcome to the Arkansas Graveler The Arkansas Graveler route winds through some of the most scenic, iconic rural roads of Arkansas, beginning in Fayetteville and pointing East to Jonesboro. Total ride distance: 340. Daily ride distances vary between 40-70 miles depending on the difficulty of terrain. For 6 full days, enjoy the warmest welcome from […]
RIVER VALLEY RUMBLE This race will be on super fun 4.4-mile laps as a XC UCI inspired course. The shorter laps will also be more spectator friendly and more encouraging for racers as family and friends cheer them on each lap. Ben Geren Park Fort Smith Arkansas This race is part of the Arkansas Mountain […]
RIVER VALLEY RUMBLE This race will be on super fun 4.4-mile laps as a XC UCI inspired course. The shorter laps will also be more spectator friendly and more encouraging for racers as family and friends cheer them on each lap. Ben Geren Park Fort Smith Arkansas This race is part of the Arkansas Mountain […]
Get ready for the Howler Saturday Race Series! Starting June 29, Howler Bike Park will host the Saturday Race Series where you can battle your friends on timed downhill segments. There will be three stages: Mustard Tiger, Momo, and a to-be-determined third mystery trail. Come out on Fridays for some practice runs and then head […]
Get ready for the Howler Saturday Race Series! Starting June 29, Howler Bike Park will host the Saturday Race Series where you can battle your friends on timed downhill segments. There will be three stages: Mustard Tiger, Momo, and a to-be-determined third mystery trail. Come out on Fridays for some practice runs and then head […]
Come out and race a crit like none other on Central Arkansas' newest high speed karting course courtesy of Shift Little Rock. The course is .7 of a mile of brand-new pavement with 14 turns, plenty of room for passing, and a long straight for those high watt sprints! Come early to pre-ride the course […]
Come out and race a crit like none other on Central Arkansas' newest high speed karting course courtesy of Shift Little Rock. The course is .7 of a mile of brand-new pavement with 14 turns, plenty of room for passing, and a long straight for those high watt sprints! Come early to pre-ride the course […]