3rd Annual 2 Day Gravelfest for MS

Saturday, April 20 – Sunday, April 21, 2024 Past event
4:00 PM CDT
Washburn, Missouri
Free–$500.00 · 19 races
Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at the 3rd Annual 2 Day Gravelfest for MS, taking place on April 20-21, 2024, in the scenic Washburn, McDonald area! This exciting non-race event is perfect for gravel bike enthusiasts of all levels, featuring three distance options: 25, 35, and 55 miles. Participants will embark on a self-supported navigational ride from Bentonville, AR, to the beautiful Rockford Grange Ranch at Bear Hollow in Washburn, MO. Along the way, riders can look forward to a lively atmosphere with a variety of activities, including delicious food from Rolling Tacos and music from an afternoon DJ.

Not only will you enjoy a thrilling ride, but you'll also be supporting a great cause! The Gravelfest for MS aims to raise $10,000 for the Rampy MS Research Foundation, funding vital multiple sclerosis research at prestigious institutions like UAMS in Little Rock, Northwestern University in Chicago, and the University of California at San Francisco. With a supportive community and the option for tent camping or cabin reservations, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow riders and make a difference while enjoying the great outdoors. Join us for this unforgettable weekend and

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  • Gravelfest for MS - 25 mile route (50% road & 50% gravel)

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (11:30 AM CDT)

    $119.00

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  • Gravelfest for MS - 35 mile route (40% road & 60% gravel)

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (10:30 AM CDT)

    $119.00

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  • Gravelfest for MS - 55 mile route (30% road & 70% gravel)

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (9:30 AM CDT)

    $119.00

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  • Gravelfest for MS - Adult Venue Only Attendee (This is for family members not biking who want to come for the venue party)

    Over the age of 14

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $16.00

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  • Gravelfest for MS - Child Venue Only Attendee

    Under the age of 14

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $10.00

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  • Gravelfest for MS - Tent Camper (Rider responsible for bringing your gear for camping, 37 North will transport it to/from ranch for you

    Gear consist of tent, sleeping bag, pillow and camp chair (small cooler for special food needs - optional)

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    Free

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  • Gravelfest for MS - House Cottage (13 guest max - MAIN FLOOR: Bedroom One - Twin, Bedroom Two - Queen, Bedroom Three - One Queen with private bath with standup shower, hallway half bath with tub/shower and fomal sitting room. TOP FLOOR: Bedroom Four -

    $500 per night

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $500.00

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  • Gravelfest for MS - Cabin 1 fee (4 Guest - Queen open space bedroom and twin private bedroom)

    $150 per night

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $150.00

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  • Gravelfest for MS - Cabin 2 for fee (6 Guest - Two queen open space bedrooms and queen private bedroom)

    $150 per night

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $150.00

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  • Gravelfest for MS - Cabin 3 for fee (6 Guest - Two small twin beds in built-in bunks, petition with normal sized twin and one queen private bedroom)

    $150 per night

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $150.00

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  • Gravelfest for MS - Cabin 4 for fee (8-10 Guest - Three small twins in built in bunks, partition with normal size twin and queen private bedroom)

    $150 per night

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $150.00

    Entries closed

  • Gravelfest for MS - Cabin 5 for fee (5-6 Guest - Large open space with partition between two queen beds and twin private bedroom)

    $150 per night

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $150.00

    Entries closed

  • Gravelfest for MS - Cabin 6 for fee (6-8 Guest - Large open space with three small twins in the built-in bunk and one queen bed. Private bedroom with queen bed))

    $150 per night

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $150.00

    Entries closed

  • Gravelfest for MS - Cabin 7 for fee (4 Guest - Large open space with one queen and private bedroom with one queen bed.)

    $150 per night

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $150.00

    Entries closed

  • Gravelfest for MS - Cabin 8 for fee (5-6 Guest - Open space with two small twins beds in built-in bunk, one queen bed and one private queen bedroom.))

    $150 per night

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $150.00

    Entries closed

  • Gravelfest for MS - Cabin 9 for fee (4 Guest - Open space with one queen and private bedroom with one queen bed.)

    $150 per night

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $150.00

    Entries closed

  • Gravelfest for MS - Tent camp site for 8 people provided and set up by 37 North for fee (Limited to 2 separate reservations

    $60 Fee

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $60.00

    Entries closed

  • Gravelfest for MS - Tent camp site for 6 people provided and set up by 37 North for fee (Limited to 2 separate reservations)

    $40 Fee

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $40.00

    Entries closed

  • Gravelfest for MS - Tent camp site for 4 people provided and set up by 37 North for fee (Limited to 3 separate reservations)

    $30 Fee

    Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 (4:00 PM CDT)

    $30.00

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

Gravelfest for MS is a fun non race two-day format, offering distances for the beginner, intermediate and advanced gravel bike rider. This cause base ride benefits the Rampy MS Research Foundation and supports the mission of funding the best multiple sclerosis research in the United States at UAMS in Little Rock, Northwestern University in Chicago, IL and University of California @ San Francisco, CA. The Gravelfest for MS goal is to raise $10,000 for our stated research partners at these world-renowned research facilities. The two-day Gravelfest for MS ride will consist of three distances, 25, 35 and 55 miles from Bentonville, AR to Rockford Grange Ranch at Bear Hollow in Washburn, MO. Expect minimum road directional signs as this is a self-supported navigational ride. There will be one aid station for all routes for water, electrolytes and nutrition on day one. The aid station will be approximately 20 miles from Bentonville on day one. Once you arrive at the ranch on Saturday, beverages and light snacks will be provided. Dinner from Rolling Tacos food truck is estimated to start around 3PM. Afternoon DJ will entertain you, outside weather permitting. There are nine cabins on property at the ranch that can be reserve for you and your party overnight. There is one house that can be reserved for your larger groups. Those can be reserved at the time you register for the ride. Tent camping is encouraged and supported by 37 North who will be the official SAG support and gear transit provider to and from the ranch for you. Sunday morning all riders return to Bentonville, AR taking one of the routes of your choice for you return trip. We plan to gather at The Hub in Bentonville, AR by 11AM to celebrate the weekend and enjoy lunch. The first beverage is provided for you at The Hub, but lunch is on your own. Out of town guest or others that wish to drop their vehicles off at the ranch Friday night can do so by arriving no later than 6PM. Our SAG support 37 North will provide transportation for you back to Bentonville. Riders needing hotel/air B&B accommodations Friday night are encouraged to book those accommodations on your own. This being our 3rd year, we are expecting 200 riders for this two-day Gravelfest for MS.

Location

925 Life Lane, Washburn, 65772, MO, United States

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