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, 2023-05-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | 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, 2023-05-10 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 | AR
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 | AR
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

3nd Annual MMB BENTONVILE BIKE WEEK
2023-05-10 18:00 - 2023-05-14 20:00 | Bentonville, 100 N Main St, Bentonville, AR, United States
Riders from all over the country will meet in Bentonville, Arkansas for the third annual Minority Mountain Bikers – Bike Week.
Bentonville, the “Mountain Biking Capital of the World” is a must-ride spot for mountain bikers, after millions have been spent by the Walton Family Foundation (Wal-Mart family) and others to improve the trails and infrastructure in and around the town. We look to have 4 days of amazing rides, skills clinics, and cultural and community activities. Limited space is available for Rich Drew – Ride Series Clinic.
Dates:
Wednesday, May 10 – 14, 2023
Price:
$150 on or before March15th. $200 starting March 16th. Ticket purchase closes on April 10th.
SCHEDULE (Subject to change):
Wednesday, May 10

Meet and Greet 6pm – location TBD – food and drink included
Distribute event items (schedule, shirts, bags, etc.) and local information

Thursday, May 11

Rich Drew – The Ride Series skills clinic
Guided rides in NWA
Lunch at noon provided
Happy Hour at 6pm (location TBD) – food and drink included

Friday, May 12

Rich Drew – The Ride Series skills clinic
Guided rides in NWA
Lunch at noon provided
Happy Hour at 6pm (location TBD) – food and drink included

Saturday, May 13

Guided rides in NWA with Rich Drew, Justice Berry, Ozark Bike Guides and more.
On-trail skills clinics
Optional off-bike activities (museum visit; Osage Park – archery, Pickleball; Greenway ride, brewery or whiskey tour, others) additional cost may apply
Lunch at noon provided
Happy Hour at 6pm (location TBD) – food and drink included

Sunday, May 14

Guided rides in NWA with Rich Drew, Justice Berry, Ozark Bike Guides and more.
Optional off-bike activities (museum visit; Osage Park – archery, Pickleball; Greenway ride, brewery or whiskey tour, others) additional cost
Lunch at noon provided
Happy Hour at 6pm (location TBD) – food and drink included

TRIP POINT OF CONTACT:
Contact Harry Hill or see the Minority Mountain Bikers website, Facebook group, or IG page if you have more questions.
Harry Hill: hill8harry@gmail.com
Website: http://www.minoritymountainbikers.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/450302182924739
IG: https://www.instagram.com/minoritymountainbikers/
WHERE TO STAY IN AND AROUND BENTONVILLE
There are plenty of lodging options to be found in and around Bentonville via AirBnB and VRBO and other vacation rental management companies. There are also several hotel options as well. We look to have lodging discounts made available to participants no later than February 15, 2023.
GETTING TO BENTONVILLE
Bentonville is in the Northwest region of Arkansas, commonly referred to as NWA. The closest airport is in Fayetteville (code XNA) which is a 35-minute drive to downtown Bentonville. Tulsa, OK and Springfield, MO are each 2-hour drives to/from Bentonville and may offer better flight options and pricing.
TRANSPORTATION WHILE STAYING IN BENTONVILLE
It is highly recommended to rent a SUV, Truck, or a vehicle that will allow you to safely transport your mountain bike to and from the trailhead.
BIKE RENTALS & DEMOS
There are several quality bike shops in and around Bentonville that have rental bikes and can provide service. Gearhead Experience Center, Phat Tire, and Mojo Cycling are a few of the top providers and we are continuing to work on a rental discount for event participants. More information will be forthcoming soon. Details will be provided to registered event participants.
GUIDE/SHUTTLE/LESSONS
The Rich Drew “Ride Series Skills Clinic” is included in the cost. Professional guides and lessons are also included in the cost.
BENTONVILLE MAP
Below is a link to a map of Bentonville. This map can be useful to help determine you may want to secure lodging relative to bike trailheads, restaurants, and bike shops. If the map does not allow you access, please click the Request Access button. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1aig16uZ5UqiXXMEVTqtajDTWL4uRmYpl&usp=sharing
Release of Liability Agreement
Please click on this link to review the agreement. Purchase of a ticket confirms your agreement. Dates and schedule are subject to change.

ARVEST Dirty Fondo
2023-05-07 | BIg Barn – Lonoke, 103 Bransford Rd, Lonoke, AR, 72086, United States
It’s TIME to Gravel!
Recycle Bikes for Kids is excited to announce the Arvest Bank Dirty Fondo will be on Sunday, May 7th, 9:00am at the Big Barn located at 103 Bransford Road, Lonoke.
Recycle Bikes for Kids is also super excited to announce TIME Bicycles will be presenting one of their ADHX Gravel Bikes to the winner of the Flyway Brewing Bike Raffle.

ADHX – SRAM FORCE 1X XPLR | Dyneema – TIME – SHOP (timebicycles.com)
All Dirty Fondo riders are eligible to win the TIME Bicycles ADHX by registering before Saturday, May 6, 6:00pm. The winner will be drawn at Flyway Brewing, 314 Maple Street, North Little Rock, during packet pickup at 6:30pm. PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST BE PRESENT AT THE DRAWING TO WIN THE BIKE. Additional raffle tickets may be purchased by registered riders only at packet pickup for $25.00 each. The winner will visit the TIME Bicycles office and sit down with staff to pick the size and components on the bike. RB4K personnel will be at Flyway Brewery from 4:30 until 7:00pm handing out swag, prizes and answering any questions you may have about the event.
Four routes are on offer this year
40 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42020323
36 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35171259
26 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35192944
14 miles https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42007630
CDI Contractors is sponsoring the rest stop at mile 13. Look for their Champagne Table setup nearby and stop to enjoy some bubbly.
There are some great prizes available during the ride. Free entry into next year’s Dirty Fondo is awarded to the Fastest Finisher of the 40 mile route and is sponsored by Crafton Tull Engineering Services. Congratulations to Brent Findlay for winning free entry this year with his effort from last year. The 8 Mile Loop Strava segment begins at the second rest stop and the fastest through the segment win prizes from Trek Bicycle Little Rock. The Bob Long Sprint Strava segment is located two miles from the Finish Line. Arkansas Cycling & Fitness is awarding prizes for this segment. The Race to the Treasure Chest is sponsored by the Grumpy Rabbit restaurant in Lonoke. Be the first riders to the Treasure Chest rest stop and grab gift cards to the Grumpy Rabbit. Spokes Giant of Little Rock is sponsoring the Youngest Rider Award. Youngest male and female riders win gift cards from this local bike shop. A new prize this year, sponsored by Shift Modern Cyclery, is the Race Across the Levee. All kids under 16 are eligible to ride to the first rest stop, located at the end of the Staton Farm Levee and receive prizes at the rest stop. Kids under 16 years of age can register for half price, but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is registered for the ride.
And as always, Gravel Ducks will be available at all rest stops. Grab one of the rubber ducks, but only one, and return it to the Finish Line where you can win prizes at the Prize Table.
The Build-a-Beer Station is sponsored by Stickyz Rock’n’Roll Chicken Shack. Check your duck to see if you get to build your own six pack of beer from this station.
Stop by the Epic Glass Recycling photo booth and get a selfie of you, your bike and your bike crew.
This year’s beer garden is sponsored by Lake Liquor. The beer garden will be stocked with craft beers from your favorite local breweries.
Lunch is sponsored by Whole Hog Cafe North Little Rock. Bring your bib number to the Big Barn Cafe and get some delicious bar-b-que from Whole Hog Cafe. They start slinging the ‘que at 11:00am.
Then get a cup of your favorite Loblolly Creamery ice cream for dessert, compliments of FIS.
All proceeds from the Arvest Dirty Fondo go directly to Recycle Bikes for Kids to support the mission of giving free bikes to kids, providing adults the opportunity to earn a bike, and supporting bike infrastruture and education in our community.

Lake Nixon Spring Fest - Trail Opening
2023-05-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Lake Nixon, 18500 Cooper Orbit Rd, Little Rock, AR, 72210, United States
Come join us for Spring Fest — featuring the official opening of our first mountain bike and multi-use trail, music, food trucks, and lots of other ways to have fun (fishing, boating, and more)!

Lakewoods Trails - Monticello Phase 1 Opening
2023-05-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Harold D. West Park, 299 Harris Road, Monticello, AR, 72655, United States
The time has come. Weather permitting we will be opening Phase 1 loops on May 6, 2023. We will have lots of details coming in the next few weeks but this will be a great event to get out and enjoy the new trails.
Phase 1 consists of approximately 4 miles bike optimized multiuse trail. Come enjoy the Progressive playground skills park, snag some grub from the food trucks, music, and much more!
