Arkansas Outside

Capital City Classic 10K
2023-04-01 07:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Downtown Little Rock – Broadway & Markhan, Broadway & Markham, Little Rock, AR, 72201, United States
Once the largest road race in Arkansas, the Capital City Classic 10K is back on its way to the top. This is a point-to-point race through downtown Little Rock and North Little Rock. The 2023 race is part of the Arkansas Grand Prix Series.
More information about the race can be found at https://www.littlerockroadrunners.com/our-races/capital-city-classic-10k/.

Hoof it For Heifer
2023-04-01 08:00 - 14:00 | Petit Jean State Park – Petit Jean Mountain Road & Red Bluff Drive, Petit Jean Mountain Road & Red Bluff Drive, Morrilton, AR, 72110, United States
Hoof it For Heifer is a 20k trail run on the Boy Scouts of America Trail in Petit Jean State Park near Morrilton, AR. On this trail, you will pass through many of the diverse plant and animal habitats on Petit Jean Mountain – from the lush vegetation of Cedar Creek Canyon to the desert-like conditions of Seven Hollows. All are represented on this trail. The trail is technical and beautiful.
This is the 10th edition of Hoof it for Heifer, and this race has raised more than $60,000 for Heifer to date. All of the net proceeds from Hoof it for Heifer are given to Heifer International. Heifer International’s mission is to end world hunger while saving the earth. Heifer has worked in 125 different countries. For more information about Heifer International go to: www.heifer.org.
If you would like to volunteer to help us host this event, or if you are bringing a loved one that would like to help, please register to volunteer. There will be 2 aid stations, 2 road crossings, and a start/finish area that will all need volunteers.
Check-in will be from 6 AM to 7:45 AM before the race.
Register now! This race has sold out for the last few years, and the price increases are designed to encourage you to sign up soon. The capacity is 215 runners.
Course Description
This course is on extremely technical terrain, and there are about 2000 vertical feet of gain. Although your watch may log a little less than 12 miles in the race, it will feel more like 16 miles. The first ¾ of a mile is on relatively flat and open terrain. This will allow runners to space themselves out before hopping on the single track. The first aid station comes at the 4.8 mile mark after a 300-foot climb out of the Blue Hole crossing. The second at station comes at the 9.3-mile mark after you complete the 7 Hollows Trail. You will cross a bridge 0.5 miles from the finish line. This is the time to turn on your afterburners and have a strong finish! You will finish at the same place you started.
The trails are mostly single-track, and passing runners may be hazardous. Please be courteous to one another and offer to let others by as they come up behind you. Also, announce yourself as you approach hikers or other runners to let them know your there with a friendly “on your left” or “good morning”. We are all just out here to have fun and enjoy one another’s company!
Aid Stations
This is a cupless event! Remember Heifer’s mission is to end hunger while saving the earth. We plan to demonstrate this on a much smaller scale by providing you with much-needed nutrition and eliminating excess waste. Please plan to bring your own collapsible cup or water bottle to fill at the aid stations. Aid stations will be at the 4.8-mile mark, the 9.3-mile mark, and at the finish (~12 miles).
Finish Line
As in previous editions of Hoof it for Heifer, you will receive a finisher medal as you cross the finish line, and we will have refreshments and food to help you recover. We recognize the top 3 overall male, top 3 overall female, top master (40+) male, top master female, top senior (60+) male, and top senior female.
Cancellation / Refund
If you registered but find out that you cannot run, please let us know so that we can make your spot available for someone else. If you cancel before March 15, you may receive a 50% refund, or you may choose to defer to next year for a 75% credit toward next year’s race.
We are also allowing bib transfers through Ultrasignup this year. Ultrasignup provides you a link to edit your registration. There you can choose to transfer your bib to someone else by providing their name & email. The deadline for this is Tuesday before race day.
Sponsors Welcome!
If your business would like to sponsor Hoof it for Heifer this year, please reach out to the race directors by clicking the “ask a question” button on the right side of the page. The tiers for sponsorship follow:
$150 – Heifer Level Sponsor
$500 – The Ark Level Sponsor
$1500 – Presenting Sponsor
Thank You Wanda!
Wanda Eason started this race and directed Hoof it for Heifer from its inception in 2012 through 2021. Her core group of volunteers poured their lives into making this a truly meaningful event. Despite passing the race directing responsibilities on, she still comes back to volunteer at the finish line! Your new co-race directors starting in 2022 are Carrie Satterfield and Shane Poland.

Talimena 13.1 Run & Relay
2023-04-01 08:30 - 15:00 | Downtown Mena – Church & DeQueen, Church & DeQueen, Mena, AR, 71953, United States
Free t-shirt to first 150 registrants. Please note your size on the Registration form. Don’t forget to order additional t-shirts (above) for your family and friends!
4-Person Relay Participants: You will NOT sign up individually. Your team leader should have all information available and register each person on the team at the same time
13-Person Relay Participants: You will NOT sign up individually. Your team leader should have all information available and register each person on the team at the same time.
Packet pickup will be Saturday, March 21 from 7:00am-8:15am at Janssen Park (starting line).
Visit our website for more information about this beautiful run up the Talimena Scenic Drive!
http://www.talimenarunandrelay.com

Hazel Valley Rally – Rule of 3 Gravel Experience
2023-04-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Hazel Valley Ranch, 16330 Olive Rd, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
April 1st, 2023 we’ll gather together at Hazel Valley Ranch in Fayetteville and head out for some beautiful miles on NWA gravel. Expect routes of 45 and 64 miles in the Ozark National Forest. Afterward we’ll convene back together at the ranch for Bike Rack Brewery beer, food from our friends Devin Cole and Chamois Butt’r with stories shared by the fire.
NEW for 2023: This will be a timed event. Podiums at the after-party!
Two routes to choose from: 63.3 miles + 7,566 ft of elevation gain AND
44.52 miles + 4,285 ft of elevation gain
Please note: The courses will NOT be marked. The routes will be sent the week of the race. You must have a GPS computer or directions written down to navigate.
Aid Stations: The Meteor Cafe and OZ Cycling Tours will head up aid stations on the course. A SAG vehicle will also be provided by OZ Cycling Tours.
No refunds but you can transfer by MARCH 10th, 2023. In the event that the Hazel Vally Rally 2023 cannot occur due to unforeseen circumstances, you can defer to 2024 or receive a 50% refund.
Every registration enters you into a drawing to win a Kuat Transfer v2 2bike rack. Kuat will ship the winner the rack before race day to help you get to the race. Thanks, Kuat!
For information on the best places to stay, eat and explore near Hazel Valley Ranch, head to www.experiencefayetteville.com for all the info.
This event is supported by the Ozark Outdoor Foundation and Experience Fayetteville.

Styx & Stones Trail Races
2023-04-02 | Devil’s Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR, 72774, United States
Event Overview:
Join us this spring at Devil’s Den State Park, an Arkansas icon nestled in the Lee Creek Valley, for the Styx & Stones Trail Races. Both the Full and Half Marathon race distances will explore the beautiful new Monument Trail system, Butterfield Hiking Trail, Devil’s Den’s unique rock formations and rock gardens, and given the time of yearâ€¦you may experience running under a seasonal waterfall! The longer the distance, the greater the rewards including creek crossings, big climbs, and more remote technical running that Styx & Stones is so well known for. This year, the event will be free, but we ask that you make a minimum donation of $20 to cover our costs and support the benefiting groups.
Event Background:
From it’s inception with Mark Den Herder as RD, Styx & Stones has been about celebrating the trail community and giving back; donating 100% of any race proceeds to support the West Fork XC team. We will continue to honor and expand that tradition in 2023. With the help of our sponsors and your donations, our goal is that 100% will be donated to support the West Fork XC teams, Friends of Devil’s Den, and Ozark Offroad Cyclists, who build and maintain most of our Ozark trails.

Iron Mountain XC
2023-04-02 08:00 - 17:00 | Iron Mountain MTB Trailhead – Corps Road, Iron Mountain Trial Corp Rd, Arkadelphia, AR, 71923, United States
The Iron Mountain XC is an AMBCS (Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series) mountain bike race contested on the lengendary trail system of Iron Mountain which is located on DeGray Lake just outside of Caddo Valley, Arkansas. This is a USA Cycling-sanctioned race and there are categories for all ages and levels. An annual licenses is required to race in the Cat 1 category. All others can race on a one-day license. NOTE: the Novice category entry fee includes the one-day license fee which is $10.
Chip timing, event t-shirt, post-race food and beverages (adult and youth), and awards are part of this great day of racing.
Also, check out the Iron Mountain Legend trail runs on Saturday, April 1 to make it a great weekend of soft trail competition.

Expedition Ozark
2023-04-03 - 2023-04-08 | AR
Choice of 8 hour or 5 days races.

A professional, AR World Series, expedition adventure race course set in the stunning Ozark Mountains

A fully supported event – no support crews required. Bikes and equipment boxes will be moved by our logistics team to race transitions managed by race volunteers

A spacious and well-equipped race HQ in Bentonville (bag storage will be possible during the race)

Two nights’ accommodation prior to the race, and one or two nights at the finish (depending on finish time)

Airport transfers – Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas (XNA) is an 8 mile/5 km trip (Dallas Airport (5.5 hours) will be arranged if there is demand)

A post-race festival and awards ceremony with the community in Bentonville, including food, music and other festivities

Two sets of race maps per team (waterproof)

Any equipment required for activities and ‘surprise challenges’. (everything except pack rafts and gear boxes included)

Support from our race safety and medical team

Custom designed Expedition Ozark race bibs (yours to keep)

Race garments and swag (shirts, buffs, local products etc)

Finisher gift

Live online tracking, professional photography, video and extensive media coverage for friends, family and sponsors to follow (photos will be freely available to teams after the race)

$20,000 in prize money

The winning team receives a free entry to the 2023 race

A fair and competitive event, adopting ARWS rules and refereeing standards

Ozark Mountain Bike Festival
2023-04-07 - 2023-04-09 | Devil’s Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR, 72774, United States
Devil’s Den State Park has been a haven for mountain bikers for nearly 30 years, and this April is no exception. This weekend (April 7-9, 2017) the park will celebrate its 29th Annual Mountain Bike Festival. Cyclists are always welcome to ride on one of the first mountain bike trails built in the state. However, the festival gives participants an opportunity to go on group rides with like-minded cyclists.
Guided rides will be geared from the beginner rider to the more experienced cyclist. Some of the rides are strictly for fun while others will focus on enhancing your riding skills. The kids are not forgotten; there will be an obstacle course with “skinny’s” and teeter-totters to practice on. Scroll down for the full schedule.
Assistant Park Superintendent, Tim Scott. The Godfather of Arkansas Mountain Biking and organizer of the Ozark Mountain Bike Festival.
Today, you will find mountain bike trails throughout the state, especially in Northwest and Central Arkansas. But the idea for the Ozark Mountain Bike Festival started 32 years ago when mountain bikes were just arriving on the scene in Arkansas state parks. In 1988, park staff traveled to the Fat Tire Festival in Crested Butte, Colorado, to observe the event. Devil’s Den State Park had its first festival in 1989. Basically, the rest is history and Devil’s Den is often considered the birthplace of mountain biking in Arkansas.
The Schedule
Friday, April 7th
7:30 pm FOSSIL FLATS – 16th ANNUAL DEVIL’S DEN STATE PARK NIGHT RIDE. Join NATHAN HUDGENS AND BIG JOHN SANDY for the annual Devil’s Den NIGHT Ride and a ONCE A YEAR experience as the trails normally close at dark! SPEED: Beginner to Intermediate DISTANCE: 6 miles START & END: Fossil Flats Trailhead in Campsite “A” near site 15 NOTE: All riders must have TWO light sources, and please use good judgment if considering taking children.
Saturday, April 8th
9:00 am PEDAL ASSIST GUIDED RIDE. Join MARK PALMER AND THE CARROLL BROTHERS for this inaugural e-bike-only ride. Meet at the Devil’s Race Track Trailhead and Campground parking lot. You will ride the outer loops and return to the campground for a 10 to 12-mile ride. Please remember only class one e-bikes are allowed on park trails and this ride.
9:30 am OORC’s RISH DIV AND JONATHAN SHAVER will lead you on the 2nd annual ride pedaling the new Monument Trails. You will travel the entire outer loop, including the downhill trail Sparky. Scenic and challenging, which makes for an inspirational morning ride. SPEED: Intermediate DISTANCE: 12 miles START: The Devil’s Race Track Trailhead and Campground parking lot. END: Campground A.
10:30 am ANNUAL LADIES RIDE on FOSSIL FLATS – Sorry, bros, but this ride is for the ladies! Join seasoned mountain bikers AMY KNIGHT and ALLIE CORLETT for our Annual Ladies ONLY Ride. Ask questions; these knowledgeable cycling enthusiasts will gladly help you improve your biking skills. SPEED: Beginner to Intermediate DISTANCE: 6 miles START & END: Fossil Flats Trailhead in Campsite “A” near site 15.
11:00 am BEGINNER RIDERS WORKSHOP at FOSSIL FLATS – NICA COACHES HB FINK, STEVE PEREIRA, and BOB CABLE will focus on riders’ basic bike handling skills and ascending/descending while negotiating rugged terrain. You have to be back by 12:30 for the BIG SPLASH. SPEED: Beginner DISTANCE: 4+ miles START & END: Fossil Flats Trailhead in Campsite “A” near site 15.
12:30 LEE CREEK SHENNANIGANS at the LEE CREEK CROSSING – The “BIG SPLASH” is back!! We’ll take a mid-day break with spectator-friendly Mountain Bike competitions featuring the Lee Creek Water Crossing, including a “Cannonball” big splash contest! A costume will get you extra points.
Riding the Devil’s Racetrack Trail.
1:30 pm. NEW TRAIL, OLD TRAIL. JOIN NORTHWEST ARKANSAS LAND TRUST EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR GRADY SPANN and ARKANSAS OUTSIDE EDITOR JOE JACOBS on a mountain bike ride consisting of the new Monument Trails and historic Fossil Flats. This ride will include the Gold Brick, Devil’s Race Track, Dollar-A-Day, and Racer’s Hill. SPEED: Beginner+ to intermediate DISTANCE: 7 miles START& END: Fossil Flats Trailhead Area A.
2:00 pm KIDS SKILLS CLINIC– Develop your cycling skills with CRYSTAL AND KEVIN COX PLUS NATHAN HUDGENS on our beginner-friendly obstacle course with skinnies, teeter-totters, and most importantly, a guided ride! START & END: Campsite “A” near site 14. Be sure to thank the CARROLL BROTHERS for the toys.
2:30 pm INTERMEDIATE GROUP RIDE at FOSSIL FLATS– Join JONATHAN SEBRING and BOB CABLE for this brisk group ride on portions of Hwy. 74, the Historic Butterfield Hiking Trail and Fossil Flats, including the day’s longest descent, ascent, and mileage SPEED: Intermediate DISTANCE: 15 miles START & END: Fossil Flats Trailhead in Campsite “A” near site 15.
Crossing Lee Creek.
4:00 pm “THE HALL/WEST MEMORIAL” POKER RUN at FOSSIL FLATS TRAIL – Join NICK BIONDI, REBEKAH MANN, THOMAS, and EMILY BESHEARS, CHRISTIAN JOHNSON, CALLIE STOLTZFUS, and young ELLIOTT and OLIVER JOHNSON as we conclude the day’s search for The White Squirrel on this family-friendly ride to four different stops, collecting cards to build a poker hand. The poker run is in honor of these two members of the mountain bike community that left us in 2019. So take your cards to the Cookout at 7 pm, where the best hands will win sweet swag! SPEED: Novice DISTANCE: 3 miles START & END: Fossil Flats Trailhead in Campsite “A” near site 15.
7:00 pm The 34th ANNUAL OZARK MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL COOKOUT at the LEE CREEK PAVILION Hosted by DEVIL’S DEN STATE PARK – Celebrate the 34th annual mountain bike festival with longtime CHEF DARRELL COX cooking chicken on the grill–thanks to DAVID VANSANDT and SIMMONS for the food donation. As always, we will make ice cream. So bring your cards from the poker run to claim your swag! ALSO, you will have the chance to participate in the infamous BIKE TOSS!!!
Sunday, April 9th
10:00 am LAKE FORT SMITH STATE PARK. Meet PARK RANGER, SHAWN GRIFFITH, in the Visitor’s Center parking lot for a 12-mile moderate-pace ride and an excellent chance to explore the park’s mountain bike trails.
REMEMBER: The Monument Trails have some challenging areas, and Fossil Flats terrain is rolling and rocky with two potential creek crossings – Rides are considered “No Drop” unless noted – Please choose rides within your limitations.
Helmets are REQUIRED for all participants – Please yield to foot and horse traffic – If you leave a group ride, tell the guide, and THANK YOUR GUIDE!
Are you looking for coffee Saturday morning? Arkie Outdoors will have samples of his java Saturday morning in Area A.
AND… MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE NW ARKANSAS MOUNTAIN BIKE CHAMPIONSHIPS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH…
Ozark Mountain Bike Festival

Northwoods Social Media Scavenger Hunt
2023-04-08 - 2023-04-09 | Northwoods Trails, 300 Pineland Dr, Hot Springs, AR, 71901, United States
Have a bunny-hopping Easter, at the Northwoods! Hunt for prize eggs in the Northwoods on Saturday, April 8, and Sunday, April 9 for our Social Media Scavenger Hunt.
The Northwoods Easter Bunny has hidden 50 easter eggs throughout the Northwoods trail system, some with prizes inside like Gu, Clif Bloks, SiS energy supplement, Skratch drink mix, AND some with certificates for other prizes like a Gudrun MTB Festival Registration, Northwoods merch, a gift card to Spa City Cycling, and SO MUCH MORE!
How do you win? To claim your prize, snap a photo with your egg in the Northwoods and be sure to tag @northwoodstrails #northwoodstrails in your post. *If you find an egg with a certificate, please email tberry@hotsprings.org to claim your prize! All photos must be posted and tagged on Saturday, April 8th, and Sunday, April 9. One weekend only!
#northwoodstrails #socialmediascavengerhunt #easter #easteregghunt #mtbtrails #mountainbiking #bikehotsprings #visithotsprings

DOOM
2023-04-08 - 2023-04-12 | Oark, Oark, AR, 72852, United States
A beautifully evil bikepacking route in the south.
Averaging over 100 feet of elevation gain/loss per mile, riders are either buckling up for a rowdy descent or gritting teeth for a torturous climb. The loop consists of 80% gravel and 20% pavement with surface types ranging from hardpacked gravel to unmaintained OHV trails. Creek crossings, cutty connectors, and a few Arkansas High Country classics—this route has it all. It’s 375 miles with a whopping 40,000+ feet of elevation gain. The resupply run-outs are huge and cell service is mostly nonexistent.

Run to Rebuild Rock City
2023-04-08 08:00 - 11:00 | W Capitol Ave. and Main St, W Capitol Ave. and Main St, Little Rock, AR, 72202, United States
On Friday, March 31, a devastating tornado ripped through Arkansas and caused extensive damage to homes and businesses. One of those businesses was the heart of the Central Arkansas running community – Rock City Running. In just over 24 hours since the tornado destroyed the store, hundreds of people have asked what they can do to support Rock City Running and Bill Torrey. While we are still unable to begin the massive cleanup that will be required for the store, we can begin to ease the financial burden on the store and its employees.
Rock City Running
On Saturday, April 8th, let’s gather downtown at what was planned to be the Capital City Classic 10km finish area and show our support of Bill Torrey and Rock City Running. Bill, the store, and all of its employees need our support! If there’s one thing our running community knows how to do, it’s how to show up in support of our people when they need assistance! Hugs, high fives, and fist bumps will be in abundance! This is a FREE event with food and drinks to be provided, however, donations are strongly encouraged. Please note that 100% of the funds donated to the event will go to benefit Rock City Running. Donations are encouraged by both attendees of the event, and those who just wish to be able to provide some financial support to Rock City Running in their time of need.
Group runs are encouraged, but please note that all of the surrounding streets will be open to the public, so please exercise caution on your runs when it comes to vehicular traffic. We will have a large group running the official Capital City Classic 10km course beginning at 8 am. That route will begin at Broadway and Markham and finish at W. Capitol and Louisiana, just a block away from the official gathering spot. If you don’t want to run or walk the Capital City Classic course, you are welcome to do another route. If you don’t want to run or walk at all, that’s ok as well! Just show up at Capitol and Main around 9 am to have some fun! The main thing is that we gather as a group to show our support for the people we love at Rock City Running!

Pine Knob take your pick workday
2023-04-08 08:00 - 14:00 | Pine Knob Mountain Bike Park, W 19th St, Russellville, AR, 72805, United States
This workday covers many different needs and accommodates all abilities. There is trash that has accumulated along Glenwood and the lower portion of the park that needs to be picked up. There is brush along the trails that need to be transported to a designated pickup spot. And, trail grooming to dial in our trails to a finished product.
Oh yeah, bring your bike and test the trails!!

Cave City Easter Run
2023-04-08 08:00 - 14:00 | Cave City Park, W South St, Cave City, AR, 72521, United States
We have a distance for everyone! Join us for the 1/2 marathon, 10k, or 5k!. All races start and finish at the Cave City Park at 9 am. Mac’s Race Timing Service will there to provide chip timing.
About the course: The first 3/4 mile is pavement before it turns to a roller coaster of scenic gravel roads. The 5k and 10k are out and back routes. The 1/2 marathon goes out and you will do a “lollipop” style out and back. Aid stations will be along the course. This course is difficulty and challenging with rolling hills.
Unique finisher awards and top 3 Male/Female awards will be given for each race. Deadline to guarantee a t-shirt and finisher medal will be March 24, 2023. Post race snacks will be provided for participants at the finish line. All funds received through registration will be used to cover race expenses and benefit the Cave City Police Department.
Packet Pickup and day of registration will be 7-8:45 am on 4/8/2023.
*Please pick up your packet or have someone pick it up for you. If you cannot, please contact us to arrange a pick up. We will not ship your packet to you.*
Below is a list of area hotels that are a short 15 minute drive to Cave City for anyone that wants to get some extra sleep that morning. Don’t forget to mention that you are staying for the Cave City Easter Run.
Hotels: Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Comfort Suites, Ramada Inn, The Royal on Main
Be sure to like and follow the Cave City Easter Run Facebook Page to for updates!
NO REFUNDS-This is a fundraiser and no refunds will be given. The race will continue no matter the weather unless lightening is in the area. Then we may delay the start and go from there.

Fitzgerald South Adopt a Crag
2023-04-08 09:00 - 15:00 | Bayyari Park, 2300 Deer Valley Street, Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
About this event

Dates: Saturday, April 8th and 15th
Meeting Time & Location: Meet at 9 AM at the Bayyari Parking Area
Work wraps up around 3 PM
Project: We will work to establish sustainable access to the various walls and climbs throughout the Fitzgerald South area. This new area will have over 50 new climbs.
Fitzgerald South Adopt a Crag
For all Adopt a Crag events, please keep in mind the following:

Wear closed-toed shoes. Long sleeves and pants are recommended.
Bring water, snacks, and extra layers for the elements.
Be prepared to be challenged, work hard, and gain karma points!
Work includes lifting and carrying up to 50-100 pounds, walking on unstable terrain, and being exposed to the elements (sun, rain, heat, cold, everything in between and beyond.)
​​Although we’ll be outside, if you are feeling ill or have had any recent exposure to Covid please reconsider and stay home to rest up!

If you have any questions, please contact Access Fund’s stewardship manager, Andrea Hassler, andrea@accessfund.org or David Thompson, david_7896@yahoo.com.
All volunteers must complete the Access Fund waiver prior to volunteering.

April Pub Run
2023-04-11 18:30 - 21:00 | Northshore Golf Range, 5401 Northshore Cove, North Little Rock, AR, 72118, United States
THE PUB RUNS ARE BACK! Join us for a 3-ish mile fun run and some good times afterward. Brought to you by Fleet Feet, Northshore Golf Range, Altra Running, and Oofos.

U. S. Mountain Bike Pro Cup
2023-04-12 - 2023-04-16 | Centennial Park, S Centennial Park Ln, Fayetteville, AR, 72704, United States
A packed week of racing, kicking off with UCI Elite men/women, U23 Men/Women, and JR men/women C1 event on Wednesday. Thursday is an official training and pre-ride day before we jump into short track racing on Friday. We have inscripted Friday’s UCI short track for the elites, and we will offer short track for amateurs as well.
Saturday is a UCI Hors Category classification for all UCI categories and is a JR. XCO series designated race.
We finish off the week of racing on Sunday, April 16th with amateur cross-country categories.
Note, there is NO ONSITE day of race registration. If you show up to register on the day of your event, you will be out of luck. U.C.I. categories require a valid UCI license. One-day USAC licenses are available for CAT 2/3 categories for $15.
We will close entries for UCI and USAC CAT 1 15-16 JR Men/Women @ 7 pm CST two days prior to the event’s race date to allow for call up’s to be posted and reviewed (ex. Sat UCI races registration closes Thursday). It is your responsibility to notify scoring if your ranking is incorrect. We will not be making changes on the start line.
For all other amateur categories, we will close online registrations @ 7 pm CST the day prior to the race event date.
Categories: CAT 1-Expert level of fitness/skill with several seasons of racing experience, race target time of 1hr 15 min-1hr 30 min for the winners.
CAT 2-Intermediate/Novice level of fitness/skill, a race season or two of experience, race target time 1hr-1hr 15 min for the winners.
CAT 3-Beginner level of fitness/skill, first time or a handful of race experience, race target time 30min-45 min for the winners. If you are looking for more time or more laps, race CAT 2. We want CAT 3 to be a true first-timer or beginner race experience. There is nothing we are giving away worth sandbagging this class for.
Registration is non-refundable. We highly recommend you protect yourself with added insurance which can be found here.Entry insurance
Location: Centennial Park is in the heart of Fayetteville, Arkansas, and is located freeway friendly just off MLK Blvd and the 49. There are tons of great trails and the city is very bicycle friendly. We recommend spending an extra day exploring the area if you have the time. Map Link
Follow us: To stay updated, we suggest you follow us on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook @USCUPMTB.com. We try to keep everyone current on the latest happenings and our website www.uscupmtb.com is another great source for course maps, event schedules, results, start times etc.
