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Tour de Pumpkin

Russellville Station 320 W C St., Russellville, United States

Possibly more information here. https://www.facebook.com/tourdepumpkin

Chasin Payson MTB Challenge

Coler Mountain Bike Preserve 1 2003 NW Homestead Ln, Bentonville, AR, United States

Chasin Payson is a Mountain Bike challenge race. Competitors will start at 2 PM on Saturday, October 26th, and race as long as possible until 6 PM at Coler on a 3-mile course. Ride your pace and chase the leader. E-bikes are welcome and Juniors (16+) can participate. It's a Red Bull event so there […]

Newton County Mentality

Horseshoe Canyon Ranch HC 70, 261, Jasper, AR, United States

Imagine descending into one of the most beautiful canyons in Arkansas on a fall afternoon in early November, the leaves at peak foliage - passing windy ribbons of singletrack, imposing sandstone walls, vistas, and log cabins as you enter the iconic Horseshoe Canyon Ranch. This idyllic gem of the Ozarks will be your home for […]

Beast of Burden

Mount Kessler Park 2600 W. Judge Cummings Road, Fayetteville, AR, United States

Ozark Off-Road Cyclist and the Ozark Trail Runners unite to create the most epic 24 25 hour party you’ve ever experienced. Profits from this “race” will go to continued preservation and trail development on Mt. Kessler. Join us on November 2nd, Mt. Kessler – Fayetteville, Arkansas for a full day of partying in the dirt. […]

Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series

GÜDRUN: Northwoods Mountain Bike Festival 2024

Northwoods Trails and Visit Hot Springs presents the 3-day, all-ages, Mountain Bike Festival in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas! We are excited to invite you all to the 6th Annual Gudrun: Northwoods MTB Festival. This 3-Day Mountain Bike Festival will include competitions and activities including: Slow Roll Fun Ride, Full Enduro, Mini Enduro, Waffles & […]

Ouachita Triple Crown

Cedar Glades Park 461 Wildcat Rd, Hot Springs, AR, United States

We are stoked to partner with the city of Hot Springs to make The Ouachita Triple Crown part of the Gudrun Northwoods Festival this year!! Participants are encouraged to join in on the rest of the Gudrun activities and parties, it is a great time in the Northwoods! The Ouachita Triple Crown route was first […]

Birdeye | Night Owl

Birdeye Farms 10 County Road, Birdeye, United States

Birdeye Gravel expands its weekend festivities with this unique challenge dubbed the Night Owl! Two distance options, one epic endeavor.  Picture this: sunset is approaching, a live band is ready to send you off, and you're surrounded by a group of enthusiastic riders ready to take on the night. There will be a few stashed […]

Jones Center Bike Festival

The Jones Center 922 E Emma Ave, Springdale, AR, United States

Date change due to weather forecast, more information is available here: https://arkansasoutside.com/jones-center-bike-festival-rescheduled-due-to-weather-forecast/ Gear up for an action-packed weekend of bike-forward events you and your family won’t want to miss at the Jones Center Bike Festival! The Jones Center Bike Festival brings three unique cycling and adventure events to the heart of downtown Springdale: a kids […]

Birdeye Gravel

Birdeye Farms 10 County Road, Birdeye, United States

Discover Birdeye - an Adventure Getaway on Crowley's Ridge As autumn paints the landscape in vibrant hues, immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry and scenic beauty of Arkansas' Delta region.  Rolling gravel routes that traverse the ridge, farmland, levees, and historic country roads are the main event. Rewarding Gravel Rides - Explore beautiful terrain with beginner, […]

2024 Ride To Defeat ALS-NWA

Downtown Bentonville 302 NE B Street, Bentonville, United States

The ALS Association's Ride to Defeat ALS is a community fundraising event that creates the hope and action needed to create a world without this devastating disease. Each ride brings together a diverse group of individuals and teams dedicated to taking the challenge for those who bravely fight ALS and creates hope for a future […]

2024 USA Cycling Collegiate Mountain Bike National Championships

Coler Mountain Bike Preserve 1 2003 NW Homestead Ln, Bentonville, AR, United States

The full competition schedule can be found here. Please review the event eligibility guide here to ensure participation qualifications are met. At the time of registration, all participants competing in the USA Cycling Collegiate Mountain Bike National Championships MUST hold a Collegiate Category A license and a minimum of Category 2 in the discipline of entry (Endurance, DH, DS). Each license allows […]

High In The Ozarks

Byrd's Adventure Center 7307 Cass Oark Road, Ozark, United States

What It Is… This is an extreme gravel event that will test your mind, body, and soul. You will ride 76 miles and cover 8,000 feet of vertical gain over remote, demanding and unforgettable terrain. Unforgettable partly because of relentless climbing but more so because it might be the most beautiful place you’ll ever pedal […]

Central Arkansas Cyclocross – Race 1

The Meadows Office Park 355 Ledgelawn Dr,, Conway, AR, United States

Welcome to the Central Arkansas Cyclocross Series "CACS" The atmosphere of cyclocross racing is what draws many racers and fans to the sport. Cyclocross is very spectator friendly with the courses set up in local parks and the short races happening at high speeds. Although the racing can be highly competitive on the course, there’s […]

Wango Tango

Siloam Springs City Lake Trails, North Trail Head Silaom Springs

IT'S BACK, BETTER AND IMPROVED! The annual "WANGO TANGO" endurance race, a loud and rowdy 4-hour ENDURANCE mountain bike race/party on the City Lake trail system in Siloam Springs Arkansas will include for the first time a 5K and 10K trail run! You read that right, this year the Wango Tango will include a 5k and […]

Arkansas Enduro Series | Round 4 | BENTONVILLE ENDURO

Handcut Hollow 2909 NE J St,, Bentonville, AR, United States

The Bentonville Enduro highlights the best of Bentonville, Arkansas, where an extensive network of nearly 70 miles of world-class trails and multiple trail systems creates a proper canvas for two days of rowdy enduro racing in the Mountain Biking Capital of the World™. In addition to classic venues like Coler Mountain Bike Preserve and Slaughter […]

OZ Kids™ GRIT Crit at Bentonville Enduro

Price Coffee Field 3100 Price Coffee Rd, Bentonville, United States

Introducing the OZ Kids™ GRIT Crit – a bike race carved through the fields off Price Coffee Road for kids ages 2 -10. This event will be a fall fueled fun fest. It will be EPIC! Race categories: Balance Bike Ages 2-3 Balance Bike Ages 4-6 Pedal Bike Ages 3-4 Pedal Bike Ages 5-6, Girls […]

Blaze G’Narley Bike Stampede

Horseshoe Canyon Ranch HC 70, 261, Jasper, AR, United States

Blaze of Gnarly Bike Stampede is going to be a fun filled weekend of bike events at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch in Jasper, Arkansas- from Cross County to Enduro Saturday 8:30am XC race The XC race utilizes a 7 mile course of some of the most fun but challenging single track in Arkansas with categories for […]

Pie Ride

Keo Airstrip 948 Pecan Road, Keo, United States

Welcome to the Pie Ride! Keo, Arkansas is fast becoming Bike Friendly and everyone hopes you enjoy your new adventures in this small, beautiful South Lonoke County town. The Pie Ride starts at 9:00am, Saturday, December 7, 2024 from the Keo Airstrip on Pecan Road. The airstrip is located one-half mile east of Keo on […]

The Chocolate Roll

Oak & Main 402 Main Street, Leslie, AR, United States

The 6th Annual Chocolate Roll Bike Ride is this Saturday, 7 December in Leslie, Arkansas! The ride begins at 9ish (no hard start). EBikes welcome! This fun ride starts at the city park downtown! Mixed surface gravel and pavement) with a 14-mile route and a 19-mile route. If you want a longer ride you can […]

Central Arkansas Cyclocross Series

Central Arkansas Cyclocross Series

Conway Tech Park 1000 Ledgelawn Drive, Conway, United States

Welcome to the Central Arkansas Cyclocross Series "CACS" The atmosphere of cyclocross racing is what draws many racers and fans to the sport. Cyclocross is very spectator friendly with the courses set up in local parks, along with the short races happening at high speeds. Although the racing can be highly competitive on course, there’s […]

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