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It’s time for Pink’s Adult Bike Night and you’re invited. Please join us on August 8 at 6:30 PM! We’ve got some fun lined up. We will roll out at 7 PM sharp from the Clinton Lot and head to the Old State House for the free Soul Explosion Music Festival, where one of our […]
Pre-Fall trail day at Crystal Bluff! Come out and put in some work in the morning (it's not that bad, we promise... but bring extra water). Afterward, get a chance to climb at the newest development before it opens, Capitol Crag! This is a new section of cliff that will double the amount of routes […]
Race starts leaving Fair park and going East on Park drive. Mostly flat with a few winding turns, then heading to Elm street going back north for two blocks lining up for the long straight away on Main. Runners continue along Main St rewarded with a small gradual downhill until near the 1.5 mile point. […]
Another social with the ARCC! Join us for a session at Climb Bentonville, and then come get a beer with us afterwards. The best part? Stoic is donating a dollar to the ARCC for every pint they sell ALL DAY to show their support. This is the best wat to share community and support AR […]
Curious about Enduro Mountain Bike Racing? Not sure how an Enduro race works? Let us help you get your feet wet with the Ozark Enduro LITE Series. A short summer series of 3 beginner friendly enduro races. All rider abilities are welcome but the Ozark Enduro Lite Series is aimed at introducing new folks to […]
Three Speakers, Three Topics, One Night BACA will be discussing three topics presented by John Landosky (Little Rock Bike/Ped Coordinator), Christopher Woodward (BACA Board Member), and Joe Jacobs (BACA Board Member). Find out about changes in the Active Transportation Advisory Council (ATAC), A movement to make the standard speed limit 20 mph in the city […]
Get ready to Go Nuts or Go Home at the ultimate mountain biking weekend, happening August 16-17 in Bentonville, Arkansas! With Saturday’s XC race and Sunday’s enduro race at the iconic Coler Mountain Bike Preserve, this epic event is set to bring thrills, speed, and fierce competition to the heart of a city built for […]
NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION The Scorching’ Squirrel is a trail race through Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center’s 1200 acres located just 10 miles west of Little Rock. There are 4 distance options: a 10k (1 loop), 11.5 mile (2 loops), 15.5 mile (3 loops) or 19.5 mile (4 loops). All distances are approximate. Each loop […]
The Broken Sword Triathlon in Clarksville, AR offers a Sprint distance, with Solo and Relay Team options in the beautiful Ozark Mountain foothills that feature a FAST and scenic course, one-of-a-kind finisher medal, awards, prizes and an epic finish-line festival that both participants and spectators will enjoy! The Broken Sword Triathlon benefits Clarksville Parks & […]
Distance: 14 miles (approximate) Starts at 7:00 am from the top of Mt. Nebo, in the parking lot near the pool and camping area. Mt. Nebo is about three miles west of Dardanelle on Hwy 155. There is no entry fee. There may be some form of receptacle into which a donation would be appropriate […]
Grab a drink with the ARCC in Fort Smith’s Bakery District, connect with the community, hear about some of our upcoming projects, ask us questions, and be merry!
The Trifest for MS triathlon, the largest triathlon in Arkansas, draws people from all over the country to Bentonville to raise money for multiple sclerosis research. The Rampy MS Research Foundation hosts the event and each year the race raises almost $100,000 towards multiple sclerosis research in Arkansas at UAMS, Northwestern University in Chicago and […]
With access to multiple world-class trail systems including Kessler Mountain Regional Park and Centennial Park, Fayetteville, Arkansas boasts an abundance of gravity-filled experiences to properly kick off the 2025 Arkansas Enduro Series. Registration opens Sunday, June 1st at 8am with participation based on a first-come, first-served basis. To create a rewarding enduro race experience, organizers […]
Packet Pick Up will be offered the day before the race and the morning of. Packet Pick Up will be the available on Friday, August 29, 2025 from 12pm to 6pm at Rock City Running. Located at Market Place Shopping Center, 11121 N Rodney Parham Rd Ste 37B, Little Rock, AR 72212 Your bag will include your […]
Date: Saturday, August 30th Race Time: 8:00 AM Early registration & race day registration for the 5K will be online (www.runsignup.com). Race Day Check-In & Late Registration: 7:00-7:30 AM at Glenwood City Hall (Must be registered by August 15th to receive a Caddo River Fest 5K T-Shirt) Start & Finish Line: Near Glenwood City Hall Kids Fun Run is […]
Your registration fee benefits The Salvation Army's Pathway of Hope program. This program provides individualized services to families with children who desire to take action to break the cycle of crisis and vulnerability that repeats generation after generation. It seeks to address the root causes of poverty in addition to The Army’s history of compassionate serving. […]
99 Miles of Bad Road is a gravel bicycle race starting and ending in Hardy, Arkansas. Expect every road surface type, with roughly 80% being unpaved. Don't let the elevation profile of the GPX fool you - Garmin devices have picked up 100 feet or more of elevation gain per mile. These are relentless rolling […]
The DeGray Lake Triathlon is an All Sports Productions' promoted event. We are a sports event management company which promotes cycling, running, duathlons, triathlons, adventure runs and other outdoor events. The goal of the company is to produce races at the highest standards, which are locally, regionally and nationally recognized events with a festival-like atmosphere. The mission […]
Early Entry Includes: Run for Hope shirt Top 3 finishers overall and in each age group will receive awards. Race Day Registration: 6:30-7:45 am at GHS Fine Arts Auditorium. All runners will receive a bib. Walkers will need to check in and receive packets but will not receive a bib. The Run for Hope is […]
We'll be launching at River Mountain Park from Rock Town River Outfitters at 6pm on Tuesday, September 9th. We'll paddle up the Little Maumelle River and back, enjoying the sunset view of Pinnacle Mountain. Given the "down and back" thing....if you don't make it by 6, still come and paddle and hang out. If you […]
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