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5th Annual Loaf & Sole 5k

Genesis Church 205 MLK Blvd, Fayetteville, United States

Join us for the 5th annual The Loaf and Sole 5k! Loafie has left his padawan days behind and has ascended to the rank of master in fighting food insecurity.  You can help him by joining the race! 100% of your race fees go directly to the 501c(3) nonprofit Table 7three and equipping their new […]

Bike City Fondo

Walker Park 10 W 15th St, Fayetteville, AR, United States

What is the Bike City Fondo? Do you 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 […]

NW Arkansas Bike Camping Trip with All Bodies on Bikes & All Bikes Welcome

Centennial Park S Centennial Park Ln, Fayetteville, AR, United States

This 50.2 mile round trip adventure will be on a mix of rural paved roads, gravel roads, and US Forest Service Roads. We'll be primitive camping at a USFS campsite, which unfortunately means no running water or toilets. We will have a vehicle at camp with fresh water for drinking/cooking, and provide toilet paper. RideWithGPS […]

Hazel Valley Rally

Hazel Valley Ranch 16330 Olive Rd, Fayetteville, AR, United States

Rescheduled from April 5th. Please note:  You do NOT need a USA Cycling license to register for this event. June 14, 2025 we’ll gather together at Hazel Valley Ranch in Fayetteville, Arkansas and head out for some beautiful miles on NWA gravel.  Expect routes of 45 and 64 miles in the Ozark National Forest.  Afterwards we’ll convene back together at […]

Dickson Street Mile

Dickson Street 542 W Dickson St, Fayetteville, United States

The first ever Dickson Street Mile was so much fun, that we're bringing it back again in 2025. Starting and finishing on Dickson Street, this one mile race will soon become as iconic as its namesake. Several different race heats will provide a race option for everyone: speedsters, strollers, walkers - even dogs! The race should feel […]

Ozark Enduro Lite Race 2 Centennial Park, Fayetteville

Centennial Park S Centennial Park Ln, Fayetteville, AR, United States

Curious about Enduro Mountain Bike Racing? Not sure how an Enduro race works? Let us help you get your feet wet with the Ozark Enduro LITE Series. A short summer series of 3 beginner friendly enduro races. All rider abilities are welcome but the Ozark Enduro Lite Series is aimed at introducing new folks to […]

2025 Arkansas Enduro Series | Round 1 | FAYETTEVILLE ENDURO

Kessler Mountain Park 2600 Wc 200, Fayetteville, AR, United States

With access to multiple world-class trail systems including Kessler Mountain Regional Park and Centennial Park, Fayetteville, Arkansas boasts an abundance of gravity-filled experiences to properly kick off the 2025 Arkansas Enduro Series. Registration opens Sunday, June 1st at 8am with participation based on a first-come, first-served basis. To create a rewarding enduro race experience, organizers […]

Kessler Mountain Jam

Mount Kessler Park 2600 W. Judge Cummings Road, Fayetteville, AR, United States

A pair of custom socks comes with each entry.  Or, upgrade to a long sleeve tshirt ($10) or hoodie ($20).  You can also choose no socks and save $5 on your entry fee.  See sock image below. USA Cycling License Info: Cat 1 & 2 - an annual USA Cycling license is required to race.  One-day […]

Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder

Lake Weddington 15689 Lake Wedington Entry Rd, Fayetteville, AR, United States

Event Website for full details - https://www.chinkapinhollowgravelgrinder.com Packet Pickup Location - same location both days! October 25 - 3pm - 7 pm October 26 - 6am - 7:45am Address - Lake Wedington Recreation Area, 15592 Lake Wedington Entry Rd, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72704 Google Maps - https://goo.gl/maps/UkCwrz3k17rCXry27 Start/Finish Location: Lake Wedington Recreation Area, 15592 Lake Wedington Entry Rd, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72704. […]

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