Randonneuring Gravel Rally of the Ozarks
- Date Sat 1st March 2025
- Time 6:00AM EST
- Location Mountain Home, Arkansas
- Price $27.50 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of adventure at the Randonneuring Gravel Rally of the Ozarks, taking place on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in the scenic Mountain Home, Arkansas! This inaugural event invites participants to team up in pairs or ride solo as they navigate the stunning gravel routes that showcase the best of north central Arkansas. Riders can choose from three fantastic routes: the Gamaliel route spanning 23.4 miles, the Norfork route at 17.8 miles, and the challenging Rea Valley route of 20 miles, each offering unique terrain and breathtaking views.
Participants will start their journey in Mountain Home, using their skills to track and conquer their selected routes, with options for both gravel and mixed surfaces. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a newcomer, this event promises camaraderie, competition, and plenty of fun. Enjoy post-event festivities and the chance to celebrate your accomplishments with fellow riders! Don’t miss out on this unique gravel biking experience—mark your calendars for March 1 and prepare for an unforgettable day in the Ozarks!
Participants will start their journey in Mountain Home, using their skills to track and conquer their selected routes, with options for both gravel and mixed surfaces. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a newcomer, this event promises camaraderie, competition, and plenty of fun. Enjoy post-event festivities and the chance to celebrate your accomplishments with fellow riders! Don’t miss out on this unique gravel biking experience—mark your calendars for March 1 and prepare for an unforgettable day in the Ozarks!
Organiser's Description
When & Where Saturday, March 1, 2025 Mountain Home, AR Early Start...Late finish
WHAT & WHY?
A unique gravel bike experience for you and your teammate!
Completed in teams of two, the Randonneuring Gravel Rally of the Ozarks is a day long adventure navigating and riding some of the best gravel in north central Arkansas!
HERE'S THE SKINNY:
Completed in teams of two (or solo if you so desire), the Randonneuring Gravel Rally of the Ozarks is a day long adventure navigating and riding some of the best gravel in north central Arkansas!
Here's the skinny:
* Teams of two solid riders
* Two gravel bikes, one vehicle capable of carrying both bikes
* One driver, one navigator
* Start in Mountain Home
* Strategically navigate and ride all three (or just two, or just one) gravel routes
* Routes are 20 +/- miles each
* Track your routes and progress (Strava or Ride GPS)
* Return to Mountain Home for post-event festivities
Solo participants are welcome as well, we're just partial to the idea of spending a day with a buddy!
This is the inaugural year for the event, so prices are low, as we want your feedback as much as we want you to have a good time!
PACKET PICK-UP / REGISTRATION
February 28 and Saturday March 1 at Rapp's Barren Brewing [https://rappsbarrenbrewing.com/] in Mountain Home.
601 S Baker St.
Mtn. Home, AR 72653
SINGLE RIDERS LOOKING FOR A TEAMMATE
If you'd like to participate in this event but you need a teammate, we have you covered! Go the the main RGRO site [https://pirateperryevents.com/randonneur-gravel-rally] and complete the Single Rider form (near the bottom of the page); we'll add you to the pool of single riders and see who we can match up!
COURSE DESCRIPTION
You've heard of the Ozarks? You're about to see an awful lot of them!
The three gravel routes triangulate Mountain Home. Here are the routes:
GAMALIEL, ARKANSAS
23.4 miles, 2,088 ft. elevation gain
99.9% gravel...lots of fun!
Gamaliel route HERE [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49286318]
NORFORK, ARKANSAS
17.8 miles, 1,766 ft. elevation gain
50/50 gravel and paved.
Be prepared to hike-a-bike and fly down Push Mountain Road
Norfork route HERE [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49286311]
REA VALLEY, ARKANSAS
20 miles, 1,897 ft. elevation gain
90% gravel with one hellacious hill in the middle!
Rea Valley route HERE [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49286321]
FAQ
Some basic Q&A here, but visit the FAQ section [https://pirateperryevents.com/randonneur-gravel-rally] of our website for more information.
Q: Are there awards?
A: There will be one award to recognize the first team to completes all three courses and return to Rapp's.
Q: What if I don't have a teammate?
A: Single riders who want to participate with a teammate can fill out the Single Rider Form We'll collect your information and connect people.
A: You may ride solo if you desire, we're just partial to the idea of doing things with a buddy.
Q: Are e-bikes permitted?
A: Yes, e-bikes are permitted, however you'll be ineligible for the overall award.
Learn more about this event on the Randonneuring Gravel Rally of the Ozarks HERE [https://pirateperryevents.com/randonneur-gravel-rally]
WHAT & WHY?
A unique gravel bike experience for you and your teammate!
Completed in teams of two, the Randonneuring Gravel Rally of the Ozarks is a day long adventure navigating and riding some of the best gravel in north central Arkansas!
HERE'S THE SKINNY:
Completed in teams of two (or solo if you so desire), the Randonneuring Gravel Rally of the Ozarks is a day long adventure navigating and riding some of the best gravel in north central Arkansas!
Here's the skinny:
* Teams of two solid riders
* Two gravel bikes, one vehicle capable of carrying both bikes
* One driver, one navigator
* Start in Mountain Home
* Strategically navigate and ride all three (or just two, or just one) gravel routes
* Routes are 20 +/- miles each
* Track your routes and progress (Strava or Ride GPS)
* Return to Mountain Home for post-event festivities
Solo participants are welcome as well, we're just partial to the idea of spending a day with a buddy!
This is the inaugural year for the event, so prices are low, as we want your feedback as much as we want you to have a good time!
PACKET PICK-UP / REGISTRATION
February 28 and Saturday March 1 at Rapp's Barren Brewing [https://rappsbarrenbrewing.com/] in Mountain Home.
601 S Baker St.
Mtn. Home, AR 72653
SINGLE RIDERS LOOKING FOR A TEAMMATE
If you'd like to participate in this event but you need a teammate, we have you covered! Go the the main RGRO site [https://pirateperryevents.com/randonneur-gravel-rally] and complete the Single Rider form (near the bottom of the page); we'll add you to the pool of single riders and see who we can match up!
COURSE DESCRIPTION
You've heard of the Ozarks? You're about to see an awful lot of them!
The three gravel routes triangulate Mountain Home. Here are the routes:
GAMALIEL, ARKANSAS
23.4 miles, 2,088 ft. elevation gain
99.9% gravel...lots of fun!
Gamaliel route HERE [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49286318]
NORFORK, ARKANSAS
17.8 miles, 1,766 ft. elevation gain
50/50 gravel and paved.
Be prepared to hike-a-bike and fly down Push Mountain Road
Norfork route HERE [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49286311]
REA VALLEY, ARKANSAS
20 miles, 1,897 ft. elevation gain
90% gravel with one hellacious hill in the middle!
Rea Valley route HERE [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49286321]
FAQ
Some basic Q&A here, but visit the FAQ section [https://pirateperryevents.com/randonneur-gravel-rally] of our website for more information.
Q: Are there awards?
A: There will be one award to recognize the first team to completes all three courses and return to Rapp's.
Q: What if I don't have a teammate?
A: Single riders who want to participate with a teammate can fill out the Single Rider Form We'll collect your information and connect people.
A: You may ride solo if you desire, we're just partial to the idea of doing things with a buddy.
Q: Are e-bikes permitted?
A: Yes, e-bikes are permitted, however you'll be ineligible for the overall award.
Learn more about this event on the Randonneuring Gravel Rally of the Ozarks HERE [https://pirateperryevents.com/randonneur-gravel-rally]
Races
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Two Person Team - Randonneuring Gravel Rally
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Finisher's T-Shirt
Sat 1st March 2025 (6:00AM EST)
$48.70
The OG set up. This event was designed for two-person teams. We happen to think that everything is more fun with a buddy! -
Solo Rider - Randonneuring Gravel Rally
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Finisher's T-Shirt
Sat 1st March 2025 (6:00AM EST)
$27.50
Want to go at it alone? Single rider category freshly added! -
Two Person Team E-BIKE Category
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Finisher's T-Shirt
Sat 1st March 2025 (6:00AM EST)
$48.70
This event was designed for two-person teams. We happen to think that everything is more fun with a buddy! You're welcome to tackle this thing on an e-bike, you just won't be eligible for the overall finisher award. -
Solo Rider - E-BIKE Category Randonneuring Gravel Rally
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Finisher's T-Shirt
Sat 1st March 2025 (6:00AM EST)
$27.50
You're welcome to tackle this thing on an e-bike, you just won't be eligible for the overall finisher award.
Randonneuring Gravel Rally of the Ozarks