Spokes and Sparklers July 4th Ride
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Crawford, Texas
- Price $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Join fellow cycling enthusiasts as the 50-mile riders kick off at 7:00 a.m. to beat the heat, followed by the rest of the cyclists at 8:00 a.m. After the ride, participants can look forward to a delightful picnic, complete with the famous blender bike serving up refreshing margaritas—don’t forget to BYOB if you have something special in mind! With routes clearly marked by red, white, and blue arrows and a water station along the way, this non-competitive event promises a fun and safe experience for everyone. Helmets are required, so gear up and get ready for a day filled with camaraderie, scenic views, and a celebration of cycling.
Organiser's Description
Come out to Tonkawa Falls in Crawford, the home of our 43rd President, for distances of 12, 26, 37 and 50ish mile routes for ALL levels of cyclists. Gentle rollers, nothing steep! Picnic to follow. Hosted by The Bear Mountain Outdoor and Bike Shop. The famous blender bike will be back with margaritas - BYOB if you want something special!
50 milers start at 7:00 a.m. to beat the heat, everyone else starts at 8:00 a.m.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED. (yes, I am yelling at you)
This is a low cost, non competitive event sponsored by Uncle Sam, NNGP, and The Bear Mountain Bike Shop. See you on the 4th!!
ROUTES:
Route Links will be loaded onto RidewithGPS, please download the app. The course will also be marked on the ground with red, white and blue arrows; see below for details. We will not print cue sheets, so if you want/need that, please print on your own! We will also email the links and maps as well as printable cue sheets to those who followed directions and registered (you know who you are!)
The Roman Candle (marked in white) 50 mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47318510The Firecracker (marked in red) 25 mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47316596
The Sparkler (marked in blue) 12 Mile
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47319328
Roads are open to traffic so follow all traffic laws like your regular rides at home. We will have one water station located at the junction of 185 and Cedar Rock Parkway, just before you hit Osage. The 50 milers will have the option to refill and use facilities at the 25 mile mark when they circle back to the start before beginning the second loop.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES YOU ARE ON YOUR BIKE. Yes, we are yelling at you; no exceptions on this rule.
Races
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Spokes and Sparklers 50ish Mile Ride
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt - Register by June 18, 2026 to Be Guaranteed a Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$38.10
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Spokes and Sparklers 26 Mile Ride
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt -Register by June 18, 2026 to Be Guaranteed a Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
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Spokes and Sparkers 12 Mile Family Route
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt - Register by June 18, 2026 to Be Guaranteed a Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
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Location
8542 5th Street, Crawford, 76638, TX, United States
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