Walmart Joe Martin Stage Race - Amateur
2023-05-21 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Walker Park, 10 W 15th St, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
The Experience Fayetteville Criterium is a technical 1.2-mile course with an uphill section leading to the start/finish line that will challenge the field as the race progresses. Please refer race bible as a guide only (located in Rules section) for parking and rider support area and start times. Located in the downtown Fayetteville area, the start/finish line is at the corner of Church Ave. and Center St.

Rule of Three
2023-05-20 08:00 - 15:00 | OZ1 Flying Club, 3100 Price Coffee Rd, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
The Course
Northwest Arkansas has some of the best road riding in the United States. If you’ve ever ventured into the backroads, you’ll find gravel roads unrivaled anywhere else on earth. Have you ridden the singletrack? It’s world-famous.
We thought we’d take these three paragons of NWA and wrap them into a brutally beautiful, challenging, and uncommon course. You’ll ride out of Bentonville on rolling, mixed terrain. The road will pitch up and descend, over and over, and you’ll feel fresh as your mind plays tricks on you. Tarmac to gravel and back, then a quick dip into some primo Bella Vista singletrack. Pop out, and your front wheel points towards southern Missouri as you speed along the tree-lined rural roads…

As the pavement slowly runs its course over the passing miles, the bulk of gravel arrives. Open farm fields. Tree canopy cover. Smooth hardpack. Chossy, chunky, sharp, pebble wrestling. Sometimes sidewalls tear, choose your rubber wisely. We like to joke that the SRAM AXS Mullet build with the 10/50 cassette in the back was custom-tuned to the steep pitchy gravel climbs here. The terrain is relentless. Sometimes single lane, sometimes double track. You’ll never settle into a rhythm, and it’ll hurt…

Somewhere around mile 75 (give or take), you’ll feel like you should be done and finished. But that’s when the meat and potatoes start. You’re staring down the barrel of multiple singletrack sectors to get your bonking body to the finish. If you were to ride these rippers with fresh legs on a good day, you’d be reveling in heavenly shred. But you’re 75 miles into hell, and these trails won’t relent. You’ll need that 10/50, trust us. Keep it together, cause the descents are a riot if you’re of a right mind. No matter how cratered your body feels at this point, you’ll find a smile on your face. Lean, climb, descend, steer, and oh yeah, choose your equipment wisely (see that flint stone in the photo above?). Just as you’re about to quit, you’ll glimpse the finish. And you’ll be proud of you. And everyone else will be too. A hug, a beer, a laugh, and you conquered the day.
This is the Rule Of Three.

Lincoln Lake Trail Luv
2023-05-20 08:00 - 12:00 | Lincoln Lake, West Avenue, Lincoln, 72744
Hike and clear debris.

Bike City Fondo presented by Experience Fayetteville
2023-05-20 07:30 - 15:00 | Walker Park, 10 W 15th St, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
Love to ride? This event has options for everyone! Road riding, gravel grinder, paved trail system; there are courses for all riders, no matter your riding level! Bring your club, team, friends, and/or family for a day of excellent riding and relax with a beer and refreshments at the finish.
Want to explore the back roads? Our road options get you out of town onto the open roads quickly, with mileage to meet your goals. Feeling more adventurous? Try one of the gravel options. Our gravel courses will take you south, out of Fayetteville, and wind you through a variety of terrain. First event ride? Want to stay on the paved trail? We have that as well! And enjoy some amazing aid stations…you may be surprised by the wide array of goodies provided by our great sponsors.
All ride options include a finisher medal, ride t-shirt, and post-race food and refreshments! Join the fun!

Catsmacker Trail Run
2023-05-20 07:00 - 13:00 | Lake Sylvia Recreation Area, 618 AR-324, Perryville, AR, 72126, United States
Participation is limited and subject to filling up. If you register and later change your mind, please contact Katie Helms. so that we can free up your spot for somebody else. Also note that any race donations are non-refundable. In other words, if you sign up and donate, you might as well show up!
AURA “Fun Run” (no UTS points)
Distance: 20-ish miles for the Catsmacker, 12-ish miles for the Kitty Run option
Start/Finish Area: the start is at the Lake Sylvia Day Use area (where you would go if you went swimming in the lake). NOT at Camp Ouachita (where the Full Moon and Traveller start).
Start is at 7:00am, sign-in will be available (hopefully) by 6:00am.
Cost: This is a donation-based run. That said, we need to cover costs for Forest Service permitting, aid station supplies, finish line cookout, and other race equipment/transportation/logistics. Please make sure that we can cover those costs and continue offering low-cost events. You can make an online payment here, or a cash/check donation on race day. Donations are non-refundable, and any proceeds will be donated to AURA. (A suggested donation to cover costs is $20. Thank you!)
Driving & Parking Directions: You should be able to find Williams Junction, AR on most maps; it is approximately 30 miles west of Little Rock on Hwy 10, or 20 miles south of Morrilton on Hwy 9. To get to the race site from Williams Junction, go north on Hwy 10/9 for 1.5 miles, then take Hwy 324 west and follow for three and a half miles. The Lake Sylvia day use area will be on your left about 1/2mile after Camp Ouachita. If the road turns to gravel you went half mile too far.

Walmart Joe Martin Stage Race - UCI Men & Women
2023-05-18 - 2023-05-21 | Fayetteville Square, 70 East Ave, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
Race Details

The Joe Martin Stage Race is a 4-day, 4-stage professional men’s and women’s cycling race along with a 2-day, 3-stage amateur stage race held in the spring each year in Fayetteville, Arkansas USA

2022 will celebrate the 45th anniversary of the amateur races; 20th anniversary on the USA Cycling Pro Road Tour (PRT) and 8th year to be on the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Americas Tour calendar.
The Joe Martin Stage Race is part of both the USAC PRT which is the pro and elite amateur cycling tour of the United States and the UCI Americas Tour. USA Cycling is the national governing body of cycling operating under the United States Olympic Committee. The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) is the world governing body for the sport of cycling recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
Over 750 athletes and teams from 27 countries and all 50 states will be attending the race.
There is also a Gran Fondo event which occurs each year for those who would like to experience part of the same courses as the pros, but who do not want to live life on the edge….for their day job!

Walmart Joe Martin Stage Race - Men 1,2
2023-05-18 - 2023-05-21 | Fayetteville, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
Race Details
The Joe Martin Stage Race is a 4-day, 4-stage professional men’s and women’s cycling race along with a 2-day, 3-stage amateur stage race held in the spring each year in Fayetteville, Arkansas USA
2022 will celebrate the 45th anniversary of the amateur races; the 20th anniversary of the USA Cycling Pro Road Tour (PRT) and 8th year to be on the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Americas Tour calendar.
The Joe Martin Stage Race is part of both the USAC PRT which is the pro and elite amateur cycling tour of the United States and the UCI Americas Tour. USA Cycling is the national governing body of cycling operating under the United States Olympic Committee. The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) is the world governing body for the sport of cycling recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
Over 750 athletes and teams from 27 countries and all 50 states will be attending the race.
There is also a Gran Fondo event that occurs each year for those who would like to experience part of the same courses as the pros, but who do not want to live life on the edge….for their day job!

Avoca Training Race Series
2023-05-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Avoca, N Old Wire Rd, Avoca, AR, 72756, United States
The Avoca Race Series is back for 2023!

The 2023 series has been rebranded and will be a four-race series (road only) with a similar race format as done in previous years.

Registration is live now on Bikereg.com. Please help the process by registering online for $20 per race. Onsite registration will be $30.

Race #1
Race #2
Race #3
Race #4

We are operating under USACycling for the series but racers are not required to hold an active USAC annual license. The series will not be scored towards USAC points for upgrades etc. This is a training series and we will score each race and date for a series champion per each category.

HELP WANTED: We will hold a race course cleanup two days before our first race. If you have some time to spare, please plan to meet on April 24th at 530pm for course clean up. Please bring brooms and leaf blowers. Depending on how many people show up, this effort may take 1-2 hours to complete.

Lastly, this series would not be possible without the support from our sponsors. Rejoining for 2023 are Custom Electronics, The Meteor Café, Rapha, and Flyer Homes. Please help by supporting these amazing businesses and leaders in the cycling community.

See you at the first race on Wednesday, April 26th!

Big Bear Bicycle Battle
2023-05-17 17:30 - 20:00 | The Meadows Office Park, 355 Ledgelawn Dr,, Conway, AR, 72034, United States
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 for overall winner A, B, and Women
1st $80.00
2nd $60.00
3rd $40.00

Registration Opens for Güdrun 2023
2023-05-14 07:00 - 17:00
Set your alarms for 6:58 am, Sunday, May 14, 2023.
Registration for the 5th Annual Güdrun at Northwoods/Cedar Glades Trails in Hot Springs will open at 7 am, Sunday, May 14, 2023. Why would you want to get signed up that quickly? There are a couple of very good reasons.

Registration is limited and this being one of the top mountain bike events in Arkansas, it will fill up quickly. Only the first 400 are guaranteed race swag.
PRIZES! The first 200 entrants will be entered automatically in a drawing for the third annual Güdrun Getaway Vacation Package, which includes a staggering amount of free stuff, including a free stay at The Hotel Hot Springs.

We’ll have more details Sunday morning on Arkansas Outside.
Here is the link to bookmark:

Good luck and may the odds be ever in your favor.

2nd Annual Cycle the City
2023-05-13 08:00 - 14:00 | Tyndall Park, 913 E Sevier St, Benton, AR, 72015, United States
Register online by May 5, 2023.
50 mile Race starts at 8 am
10 mile Family Fun Ride starts at 8:30 am
50 mile is $35 per rider, 10 mile is $25 per family.

Lake Fayetteville Trail Luv
2023-05-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Lake Fayeteville Enviromental Science Center, 599 E Lakeview Dr, Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
We will focus on raking and knocking back corridor. Wear sturdy shoes and bring hydration.

25th Annual Race to Hydrate
2023-05-13 06:30 - 10:30 | Pinnacle Hills Promenade, Pinnacle Hills Promenade, Rogers, AR, 72758, United States
25th Annual Race to Hydrate
5K, Youth Run, & 13K Run or Cycle
Saturday, May 13th, 2023

Bring the entire family out for a fantastic day of running and fun! Whether you’re looking for a 5k to finish with your friends, a longer 13k, or an untimed 13k cycle, we’ve got it all. The kids will enjoy the Youth run or Toddler Trot…and then stick around for refreshments, character appearances, and our FUN ZONE! It’s guaranteed to be a great time for everyone!! All proceeds support KFHfL’s mission to promote proper hydration and prevent heat illness.*Register by April 24th to guarantee a shirt*
Event Timeline:
6:30 a.m. – Race Day Registration & Packet-Pickup
7:00 a.m. – 13k & 5k Start Time
8:00 a.m. – Fun Zone Opens!!
8:30 a.m. – Awards Ceremony
8:45 a.m. – Youth Run events start
9:00 a.m. – Toddler Trot
9:10 a.m. – 1K Youth Run
10:30 a.m. – Fun Zone Closes/Event Concludes
Swag Bags:
Guaranteed for the first 300 youth registrants and 200 5k/13k registrants.
Awards:

All race finishers will receive a finisher medal.
5K/13k Run Awards will be handed out to the overall 1st, 2nd, 3rd male and female, along with 1st place male and female in each age division.
13k Cycling awards will be handed out to overall 1st, 2nd, and 3rd (as this is an untimed event)
5k Fastest Team – Adult
5k Fastest Team – U19

Packet Pickup:
May 12th, 5:00-7:00 p.m. – Location TBA
We will have hydration stations along the course, along with refreshments at the finish line!

Double Barrel Gravel Ride
2023-05-13 | Benton County Quail, 11570 AR-72 West, Bentonville, AR, 72712, United States
Double Barrel is coming in 2023!!
Mark your calendars!
Set aside the date.
We are doing it again on May 13, 2023.
Phat Tire Bike Shop and Benton County Quail Barn will host the intrepid and adventurous gravel riders who vow to conquer NWA’s chunky gravel roads. We keep the party going all day at the Quail Barn with supervised skeet shooting, live music from the Frisky Squirrels, and copious amounts of beer, Jambalaya and Crawfish Boil.
Watch this space for registration, routes, and more.
The simplicity of riding bikes, shooting guns, and hanging out with friends.

Femmes Gravel 100
2023-05-13 | Coler Mountain Bike Preserve 2, 2500 NW Grove Lane, Bentonville, 72712
– Do you identify as FTWN-B?
– Are you active 3+ days a week?
– Do you ride 3x a week? This can include virtual rides, i.e., Zwift.
– Can you comfortably ride 30 miles?
– Do you have a gravel bike in good working order or plan to get one?
– Can you commit to weekly training?
– Are you able to maintain a minimum 10 mph average pace on flat gravel terrain?
It’s important to understand the commitment and time required to train for a century in just three months.

This is a group training and gravel century event

Every Saturday, there will be one route and two pace groups:
A. 13-15 mph average
B. 10-12 mph average
These are not no-drop rides, but instead, pace-led rides. We will have planned regrouping during the ride(s), with a set wait time.
This allows us to keep the ride moving and be respectful of everyone’s time.
Know your level of fitness and choose the pace group that is right for you and your riding experience.

Group ride requirements
– GPS device or GPS app
– Downloaded route
– A well-maintained, ride-ready, gravel-appropriate bike
– Food and hydration adequate for the ride duration
– Dress in weather-appropriate attire, closed-toe shoes, and a helmet
– A complete flat repair kit with a spare tube & multi-tool
– Emergency contact (this person must be available to assist you if needed)
– Be geared up and ready to roll for the pre-ride meeting (15 min before the start time)

What to expect on century day
– 7:30 am start at Coler MTB Preserve, Grove parking lot
– Two pace options; A. 13-15 mph, B. 10-12 mph
– Pace groups will have ride leader support and sweeps
– Sponsored support stops along route
– Finish line celebration
All of the above stated group ride requirements will apply on event day.
NO REFUNDS
This event is not for profit and all funds go to back into making this event possble.

Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an e-mail invitation to join our training group on Slack, where we will be communicating all training-related information, and training support including nutrition, group ride etiquette, and tips/tricks from past year participants; as well you can meet other women who are taking on this exciting challenge.

The Ugly Gnome AMBCS Cross-Country MTB Race and Time Trial
2023-05-13
Presented by Central Arkansas Off-Road Group and Bell and Company: (the proceeds from this non-profit event benefit NICA/Conway Bearcats and COG)
Get ready for the new and improved 2021 Gnome: New and redesigned trails. An awesome kid’s 1-mile course. Stryder races for young and old. Have an old BMX bike? Take off the pedals and join in on the fun just before the real racing starts.
Also, we are working with the park and have blocked the campground for reservations for “racers only” in hopes we can correct a lot of the parking issues and logistics issues we have seen in the past.
Please contact Woolly Hollow State park for your campground reservations. (501) 679-2098 (Note if we don’t pack out the park in reservations they will start releasing spots)
We will have a 5.1 mile TT on Saturday at 3 pm. There will be awards for the top 3 males and females and 5 AMBCS bonus points on the line for all finishers. The finish order will also set the callup for Sunday’s XC race. Also new is a non-Sanctioned non-USAC/AMBCS E-bike class. This will be an open male/female class. No points will be awarded for the season for this class.
There will be a new course with some new trails. Improved kid’s courses and the race loop is a NICA-friendly type loop for the junior racers. Bring your Stryder bikes for a NASCAR style “Stryder” race on Sunday am for the little ones.
Lodging
RV and camping at Woolly Hollow State Park, contact the park at 501-679-2098 or click here for online reservations and mention The Ugly Gnome to reserve your spot
Hilltop Inn and Suites, Greenbrier, AR, right on Hwy 65N about 10 minutes from the race site. (501) 679-5100
There are more than ample hotel choices in Conway, AR, about 30 minutes drive from the race site.
Dining Options in Greenbrier
Wagon Wheel Restaurant
Chef Lin’s Chinese Restaurant
Roper’s Restaurant
La Rosita Mexican Restaurant
Mojo’s Pizza
Southern Hibachi Food Truck
Taco Local
Steak and Shake
Dairy Queen
Arby’s
McDonalds
Taco Bell
Subway
Sonic
Burger King
Lots of options in Conway, AR

Snowball Adventure Race
2023-05-13 | The Old Snowball House, 128 River Rd,, Snowball, AR, 72650, United States
Come join us for the adventure of a lifetime! The Snowball Adventure Race is the first of its kind to be hosted in Searcy County, Arkansas. This adventure will start with a 6-mile run to the Margaret White area on the Buffalo National River, with only a few hills, all gravel, and great scenery. You will then jump in your boat for an 8.5-mile float down the beautiful Buffalo River to the Tyler Bend launch area. You will then pick up your bicycle at the Tyler Bend Pavilion and start the 11.5-mile gravel journey back to Snowball via the Ozark Grinder Trail. The bike portion has a few uphills, lots of gravel, and amazing views of the Buffalo River.
Don’t like to run? Paddle? Bike? Sign up as a team!
You will need your own bike and your own boat, either canoe or kayak, if you take a canoe, you may share with other participants. You will be responsible for delivering your bicycle to the Tyler Bend Pavilion on Race Day. We will assist with your boat shuttle. PFDs are required. Drop bags will also be available to reduce your load.
When you’ve completed your adventure, join us for a free meal in Snowball, and be sure to purchase your Rockin’ Richland tickets for the concert starting at 4 PM in Richland Valley. Tickets are required, food is available for purchase on-site and you need to bring a lawn chair. Kids under 12 are free.
Under 12? Check out our kid’s Adventure Race! Slightly smaller and tons of fun.
Snowball Adventure Race medals will be awarded to all participants that cross the finish line.
Participants must be 17 to participate.
The race course will be open from 8:15 AM to 3:00 PM. After 3 PM you will be escorted back to Snowball.
In the event the Buffalo is not safe for floating, the floating leg will be removed, and the run and bike legs will be re-routed
