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SUMMARY:Tour de Bluff
DESCRIPTION:Tour de Bluff\n\n\nFriday & Saturday\, September 8-9\, 2023 – Pine Bluff\, AR\n\n\nTour de Bluff is an annual bicycle-themed event produced and managed by Novel T’s.  It is made possible through partnerships and sponsorship funding.  Pine Bluff is poised to be one of Arkansas’s most exciting city destinations; bicycling will be part of the experience!  Tour de Bluff is at the forefront of promoting bicycle environments and activities in the Pine Bluff/Jefferson County area\, Tour de Bluff encourages everyone to experience what is happening now and what is to coming in the near future. \nIn the interest of public safety and directives from the CDC’s to help combat COVID-19\, Tour de Bluff 2020 offered activities in person as well as “The Tour de Bluff Challenge”\, “The Virtual Challenge”\, and “The Scavenger Hunt.”  All of the activities were very successful\, created an opportunity to engage a worldwide audience.Tour de Bluff 2023 virtual activities are listed below. \n\n\nOnsite \nTo participate in Tour de Bluff 2023 Onsite\, register online at www.TourDeBluff.com. Click the “Event Day Registration” button and select your route. Check in and start will be in Pine Bluff Arkansas starting at 8:00 am September 9\, 2023. Ride your selected route using safe riding practices. Early packet pickup will be Friday September 8\, 2023. \nThe Tour de Bluff Challenge \nTo participate in the 2023 Tour de Bluff Challenge\, register online at www.TourDeBluff.com. Click the “TDB Challenge Registration” and select your route. Use the Ride Spot app as your guide. Ride your selected route using safe riding practices any time between September 8\, 2023 and October 9\, 2023. Tour de Bluff Challenge signs will be in place along the Tour de Bluff 2022 routes for photo opportunities documenting your journey. You can post pictures of your adventure on your social media pages. Pictures posted on the Tour de Bluff facebook page are eligible for great prizes. \nGo to: https://www.tourdebluff.com/routes/  for help setting up and using the Ride Spot App \nThe Virtual Challenge \nThe Tour de Bluff Virtual Challenge will be tracked through Ride Spot app and open to those who cannot\, or wish not to\, travel to Pine Bluff and ride the actual route. The Tour de Bluff Virtual Challenge will offer various options that can be completed from your home\, or any other starting point\, based on distance. The Tour de Bluff Virtual Challenge is a goal-oriented ride you can complete anywhere. To participate in the 2023 Tour de Bluff Virtual Challenge\, register online at www.TourDeBluff.com. Click the “Virtual Challenge Registration” button. Use the Ride Spot app to join and participate in your chosen Challenge. \nGo to: https://www.tourdebluff.com/routes/  for help setting up and using the Ride Spot App \nThe Scavenger Hunt \nScavenger Hunt participants can participate onsite or virtual. The Scavenger Hunt has a list of pictures that the participant must snap along the way. Once finished\, upload your pictures for your chance to win a 2023 Tour de Bluff Jersey. To participate in the 2023 Tour de Bluff Scavenger Hunt\, register online at www.TourDeBluff.com. Pictures posted on the Tour de Bluff facebook page are eligible for great prizes. \n\n\nFor Kids \nTour de Bluff 2023 will have: \nBike Safety information to take Home \nA Fun Bike Obstacle Course \nA Sack Lunch* \nTour de Bluff T-shirt* \nTour de Bluff backpack* \n* Only Kids registered in advance are guaranteed to receive items \nClick the button for All Registration\, Sponsorship\, and Vendor information \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTour de Bluff 2023 Event Outline\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday SpokeGhetti Social \nFRIDAY\nSEPTEMBER 8\, 2023\nPINE BLUFF MAIN LIBRARY\n600 S. MAIN\, PINE BLUFF\n3:00 TO 6:00 PM \nfeaturing:\nTour de Bluff packet pick-up \n$10 Spaghetti Dinners provided\nby J & T Catering \nalso \nFun and Entertainment @ the UAPB Bistro \nprovided by \nPine Bluff Advertising and Promotion Commission \nfeaturing \n6-7 pm – Music by Saxophonist Damon Tolbert \n7:30-7:45pm – Cultural Events by Jimmy Cunningham \n7:45-8:45 pm Music by Platinum Hitz Band \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nSaturday \n7:00 am – Registration and packet pick up. Registration begins at 7:00 am in Pine Bluff.  Rest stops and rider support will be available on event day. \n8:00 am – Road Route Riders begin. \n10:00 – Mayor’s Mile begins \nStart your bicycle fitness journey by joining Pine Bluff Mayor Shirley Washington riding the Tour de Bluff Mayor’s Mile. The Tour de Bluff Mayor’s Mile is a 1 mile short\, fun adventure. The Mayor’s Mile will be lined with excitement and gifts. It’s a great opportunity for those who have not been on a bike for years; never before; and families with small children. \n10:00 – 1:00 – Kids Activities \n12:00 – “BEST LOOKING BIKE” Contest \nTour de Bluff “Best Looking Bike” Contest is a fun activity open to all participants. There is a 15 and below category and a 16 and above category. Bikes are judged by the opinion of onsite Tour de Bluff officials. Participants can decorate their bikes or rely on the un-decorated beauty of the bike. Winners of both categories of the “Best Looking Bike” Contest will be announced at 12 pm on Saturday. Winners will receive a certificate and other great gifts and prizes.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/tour-de-bluff/
LOCATION:Pine Bluff\, Pine Bluff\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:Rogers Cycling Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get Out\, Stay Active and Spend Time With Family: The 2023 Rogers Cycling Festival (RCF) is a great way to enjoy the beautiful scenery\, roads\, and trails of Rogers. In partnership with the City of Rogers\, the RCF is a family-friendly event coming Saturday\, September 9. Participants are invited to check in from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Frisco Plaza in Downtown Rogers. Before riding\, be sure to check out the many booths set up featuring local businesses and grab complimentary merchandise and accessories. \nAbout This Year’s Festival: This year we are expanding the offerings of the Cycling Festival. You will still be able to enjoy a nice family ride on the Railyard Loop\, where every part of the ride is on trails and sidewalks during a 15+ mile ride that loops the entire city of Rogers. Riders are encouraged to track their progress by using the Strava app. View the loop here. \nThis year we are introducing the Rogers Enduro Race at Lake Atalanta. Since its inception in the early 2010s\, enduro racing has quickly become one of the most popular mountain bike disciplines\, representing the type of riding a lot of mountain bikers were already doing. Enduro offers technical but accessible racing for riders who want to avoid the full-blooded tracks of downhill racing or the Lycra-clad whippets of cross-country racing. Our race will have something for everyone\, from the professional rider to someone who is just getting started and will take place on the new Mountain Bike Trails around Lake Atalanta. \nMore About Rider Village: Rider Village will be located at Frisco Plaza in Downtown Rogers and features a variety of experiences to relax and have fun after a day of riding in the RCF. Attendees will enjoy various food trucks\, drinks\, and other entertaining activities. After you finish riding and checking out Rider Village\, the fun continues. We have partnered with the City of Rogers to offer a free concert for all of our riders as part of the Railyard Live concert series. \nSponsorships Available: Not a rider? Sponsoring the 2023 Rogers Cycling Festival is an effective\, low-cost way to promote your company and raise your company’s profile in the community. Sponsorship packages include the opportunity to reach all ride participants and be recognized by the Chamber. Contact the Chamber’s Member Services Team at (479) 636-1240 or email MemberServices@RogersLowell.com for sponsorship details. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Refunds are not accepted within 48 hours of the event.
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LOCATION:Downtown Rogers\, 101 E Cherry St.\, Rogers\, AR\, 72759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:Rogers Cycling Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get Out\, Stay Active and Spend Time With Family: The 2023 Rogers Cycling Festival (RCF) is a great way to enjoy the beautiful scenery\, roads\, and trails of Rogers. In partnership with the City of Rogers\, the RCF is a family-friendly event coming Saturday\, September 9. Participants are invited to check in from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Frisco Plaza in Downtown Rogers. Before riding\, be sure to check out the many booths set up featuring local businesses and grab complimentary merchandise and accessories. \nAbout This Year’s Festival: This year we are expanding the offerings of the Cycling Festival. You will still be able to enjoy a nice family ride on the Railyard Loop\, where every part of the ride is on trails and sidewalks during a 15+ mile ride that loops the entire city of Rogers. Riders are encouraged to track their progress by using the Strava app. View the loop here. \nThis year we are introducing the Rogers Enduro Race at Lake Atalanta. Since its inception in the early 2010s\, enduro racing has quickly become one of the most popular mountain bike disciplines\, representing the type of riding a lot of mountain bikers were already doing. Enduro offers technical but accessible racing for riders who want to avoid the full-blooded tracks of downhill racing or the Lycra-clad whippets of cross-country racing. Our race will have something for everyone\, from the professional rider to someone who is just getting started and will take place on the new Mountain Bike Trails around Lake Atalanta. \nMore About Rider Village: Rider Village will be located at Frisco Plaza in Downtown Rogers and features a variety of experiences to relax and have fun after a day of riding in the RCF. Attendees will enjoy various food trucks\, drinks\, and other entertaining activities. After you finish riding and checking out Rider Village\, the fun continues. We have partnered with the City of Rogers to offer a free concert for all of our riders as part of the Railyard Live concert series. \nSponsorships Available: Not a rider? Sponsoring the 2023 Rogers Cycling Festival is an effective\, low-cost way to promote your company and raise your company’s profile in the community. Sponsorship packages include the opportunity to reach all ride participants and be recognized by the Chamber. Contact the Chamber’s Member Services Team at (479) 636-1240 or email MemberServices@RogersLowell.com for sponsorship details. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Refunds are not accepted within 48 hours of the event.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/rogers-cycling-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Rogers\, 101 E Cherry St.\, Rogers\, AR\, 72759\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:Luau 5K\, 10K\, & Half Marathon at Two River Park\, Little Rock\, AR
DESCRIPTION:Race Information\nAll finishers will receive a themed medal.\nThe race starts at 8:00 AM.\nPacket pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.\nAll runners must register on RunSignup.\nNo on-site registration.\nThe 5K and 10K are limited to 2:00 hours.\nThe Half Marathon is limited to 4:00 hours. \n5K & 10K Course\nhttps://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5559761266\nThis is an out-and-back course in the park.\nThe 5K does the course one time.\nThe 10K does the course twice. \nHalf Marathon Course\nhttps://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5529566377\nThis is an out-and-back course in the park.\nThe Half Marathon does the course four times. \nAwards\n1st Place Overall Male\n2nd Place Overall Male\n3rd Place Overall Male\n1st Place Overall Female\n2nd Place Overall Female\n3rd Place Overall Female\nAge group awards are based on series points and awarded at the end of each calendar year. \nRace Rules\nEntry fees are non-refundable\, with no exceptions.\nWe reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.\nNo dogs on the course.\nWalkers are always welcome.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/luau-5k-10k-half-marathon-at-two-river-park-little-rock-ar/
LOCATION:Two Rivers Park\, 6722 Two Rivers Park Road\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:Luau 5K\, 10K\, & Half Marathon at Two River Park\, Little Rock\, AR
DESCRIPTION:Race Information\nAll finishers will receive a themed medal.\nThe race starts at 8:00 AM.\nPacket pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.\nAll runners must register on RunSignup.\nNo on-site registration.\nThe 5K and 10K are limited to 2:00 hours.\nThe Half Marathon is limited to 4:00 hours. \n5K & 10K Course\nhttps://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5559761266\nThis is an out-and-back course in the park.\nThe 5K does the course one time.\nThe 10K does the course twice. \nHalf Marathon Course\nhttps://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5529566377\nThis is an out-and-back course in the park.\nThe Half Marathon does the course four times. \nAwards\n1st Place Overall Male\n2nd Place Overall Male\n3rd Place Overall Male\n1st Place Overall Female\n2nd Place Overall Female\n3rd Place Overall Female\nAge group awards are based on series points and awarded at the end of each calendar year. \nRace Rules\nEntry fees are non-refundable\, with no exceptions.\nWe reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.\nNo dogs on the course.\nWalkers are always welcome.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/luau-5k-10k-half-marathon-at-two-river-park-little-rock-ar-2/
LOCATION:Two Rivers Park\, 6722 Two Rivers Park Road\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:Sunset Races 2023 - Springhill
DESCRIPTION:The Sunset races at Springhill and Centennial are kids-only mountain bike races held alongside AR-NICA races. First race will be at Springhill in Barling on September 9 and the second at Centennial Park in Fayetteville on October 28. Only kids not yet eligible for NICA are allowed.  Race courses at both venues will use an abbreviated version of the NICA courses. USAC Fun Ride\, no license required. \nAt Springhill\, pre-ride of course will be available at 5:00PM. First race will be a costume race for NICA coaches at 5:15PM\, no charge but will need to register at site. Kid’s classes will start at 5:30. \nAt Centennial\, pre-ride will be available at 4:00PM. First race will be a Strider class at 4:20PM\, Age classes start at 4:30. \nRace age is determined by your age on December 31\, 2023.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/sunset-races-2023-springhill/
LOCATION:Springhill\, 1700 Lock and Dam Road\, Barling\, AR\, 72923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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SUMMARY:Sunset Races 2023 - Springhill
DESCRIPTION:The Sunset races at Springhill and Centennial are kids-only mountain bike races held alongside AR-NICA races. First race will be at Springhill in Barling on September 9 and the second at Centennial Park in Fayetteville on October 28. Only kids not yet eligible for NICA are allowed.  Race courses at both venues will use an abbreviated version of the NICA courses. USAC Fun Ride\, no license required. \nAt Springhill\, pre-ride of course will be available at 5:00PM. First race will be a costume race for NICA coaches at 5:15PM\, no charge but will need to register at site. Kid’s classes will start at 5:30. \nAt Centennial\, pre-ride will be available at 4:00PM. First race will be a Strider class at 4:20PM\, Age classes start at 4:30. \nRace age is determined by your age on December 31\, 2023.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/sunset-races-2023-springhill-2/
LOCATION:Springhill\, 1700 Lock and Dam Road\, Barling\, AR\, 72923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain)
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