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Presented by studioDRIFT, this ride will take gravel riders on a one-of-a-kind tour and experience in the Arkansas Delta. Starting on Cherry Street in Downtown Helena, AR, there will be three ride options: a beginner, intermediate, and a 50-mile loop for more experienced cyclists. The ride will begin at 10 AM on May 27th and will originate […]
Presented by studioDRIFT, this ride will take gravel riders on a one-of-a-kind tour and experience in the Arkansas Delta. Starting on Cherry Street in Downtown Helena, AR, there will be three ride options: a beginner, intermediate, and a 50-mile loop for more experienced cyclists. The ride will begin at 10 AM on May 27th and will originate […]
https://www.facebook.com/bigbearbicyclebattle July 20th course https://www.strava.com/routes/2984638237071208084 Payout for A, B, and Women races 1st $50.00 2nd $35.00 3rd $ 20.00 Over all race series Your score for a single Crit is computed from the total number of racers your beat plus 1 point. The more people who participate means there are more points to be earned. Payout […]
https://www.facebook.com/bigbearbicyclebattle July 20th course https://www.strava.com/routes/2984638237071208084 Payout for A, B, and Women races 1st $50.00 2nd $35.00 3rd $ 20.00 Over all race series Your score for a single Crit is computed from the total number of racers your beat plus 1 point. The more people who participate means there are more points to be earned. Payout […]
2023 Fayetteville Ramble Explore NWA with us on our first Ramble Ride in Arkansas. The Fayetteville Ramble is produced in connection with Experience Fayetteville. This Ramble travels 227 miles with just under 21,000 feet of climbing. Daily miles and climbing on this ride: Day 1: 59 mi. / 4,624 ft. Day 2: 64 mi. / […]
2023 Fayetteville Ramble Explore NWA with us on our first Ramble Ride in Arkansas. The Fayetteville Ramble is produced in connection with Experience Fayetteville. This Ramble travels 227 miles with just under 21,000 feet of climbing. Daily miles and climbing on this ride: Day 1: 59 mi. / 4,624 ft. Day 2: 64 mi. / […]
2023 – USAT National Championships for Off-Road Triathlon, Off-Road Duathlon, Gravel Triathlon and Gravel Duathlon to be held on the same three-day weekend as the oldest road triathlon in NW Arkansas. Friday, June 2 will be the Gravel Triathlon & Gravel Duathlon National Championships. Saturday, June 3 will contest both the Off-Road Triathlon and Off-Road […]
2023 – USAT National Championships for Off-Road Triathlon, Off-Road Duathlon, Gravel Triathlon and Gravel Duathlon to be held on the same three-day weekend as the oldest road triathlon in NW Arkansas. Friday, June 2 will be the Gravel Triathlon & Gravel Duathlon National Championships. Saturday, June 3 will contest both the Off-Road Triathlon and Off-Road […]
The Hobbs War Eagle Trail Running Festival began back in 2006 as a 10 mile trail race with a couple dozen participants. During the first few years the event was known as the Hobbs Tail Twister benefiting the Rogers Lions Club. We are grateful for the continued support from our runners and are proud of […]
The Hobbs War Eagle Trail Running Festival began back in 2006 as a 10 mile trail race with a couple dozen participants. During the first few years the event was known as the Hobbs Tail Twister benefiting the Rogers Lions Club. We are grateful for the continued support from our runners and are proud of […]
Celebrating 20 Years of fantastic cycling to benefit cancer patients in Arkansas! 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 […]
Celebrating 20 Years of fantastic cycling to benefit cancer patients in Arkansas! 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 […]
The annual Pig Trail Mud Run, hosted by Springdale Rotary, is scheduled for June 3, 2023! This 5K includes more than 20 obstacles, including a zip line, water slide, rope swing, and fireman's pole! Come get muddy, have a lot of fun, and help a great cause! We welcome participants ages 14 and above. No […]
The annual Pig Trail Mud Run, hosted by Springdale Rotary, is scheduled for June 3, 2023! This 5K includes more than 20 obstacles, including a zip line, water slide, rope swing, and fireman's pole! Come get muddy, have a lot of fun, and help a great cause! We welcome participants ages 14 and above. No […]
The Talihina Chamber of Commerce presents to you the Talimena Challenge! Ride the Talimena National Scenic Byway with beautiful mountain scenery! The ride begins in Talihina Oklahoma and cyclists will ride to Queen Wilhelmina. Fully supported event! The ride is 95 miles long and has seven Category 5s climbs with 11,500 total gain in elevation.
The Talihina Chamber of Commerce presents to you the Talimena Challenge! Ride the Talimena National Scenic Byway with beautiful mountain scenery! The ride begins in Talihina Oklahoma and cyclists will ride to Queen Wilhelmina. Fully supported event! The ride is 95 miles long and has seven Category 5s climbs with 11,500 total gain in elevation.
June 3rd, Janssen Park, Mena, AR Race starts at 7:30 REGISTER EARLY!! $25 BEFORE MAY 31ST | $35 AFTER The first 35 registrants are guaranteed a T-shirt. Awards in male & female categories. Trophies for top overall male & female participants. Top three finishers awarded in the following categories: 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, […]
June 3rd, Janssen Park, Mena, AR Race starts at 7:30 REGISTER EARLY!! $25 BEFORE MAY 31ST | $35 AFTER The first 35 registrants are guaranteed a T-shirt. Awards in male & female categories. Trophies for top overall male & female participants. Top three finishers awarded in the following categories: 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, […]
The Mud Run is for the adventuresome spirit and is definitely not your average 5K. The only thing serious about this event is the MUD. Participants run, walk, skip, trot, and even cavort through our 5K(ish - please refer to helpful hints section for the clarification of "ish") course, which winds through scenic Western Hills […]
The Mud Run is for the adventuresome spirit and is definitely not your average 5K. The only thing serious about this event is the MUD. Participants run, walk, skip, trot, and even cavort through our 5K(ish - please refer to helpful hints section for the clarification of "ish") course, which winds through scenic Western Hills […]
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