April 20 & 21, 2024
ABOUT GRAVEL FEST
An out and back ride over two days (out on day one and back on Day two). This is an all gravel ride traversing through the back roads of Arkansas that captures the scenic splendor that is the natural state before entering the majestic beauty of southern Missouri. You will know you are there when you pass the massive rock bluff that greets you just before the entrance into Rockford Grange Farm.
There are three route options to get to the farm. On the return ride back to Bentonville, you can choose to ride the same route from your ride in, or one of the other two. Join us for two days of delicious food, good company, and great gravel.
PRESENTED BY 37 NORTH
Proceeds go to Rampy MS Research Foundation. This ride will help to establish a new MS research grant to another top 5 research scientist in the United States
ROUTE OPTIONS
25 Mile Route
(50% Road 50% Gravel)
35 Mile Route
(40% Road 60% Gravel)
55 Mile Route
(30% Road 70% Gravel)
100% of ticket sales go to the Rampy MS Research Foundation
Included in your ride registration is course GPS map, one aid station, all meals (one breakfast, one lunch, one dinner), snacks, beer, DJ, live music, fire pits, and s’mores. Personal items shuttling to the venue site to/from ride start and camping accommodations (no gear). All parking is free on location and RV's/campers are welcome.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Riders will have the option to book modern cabins or glamping tents on the farm for an additional fee. Accommodations can be chosen when booking. 37 North will be transporting swag and/or personal tents for riders staying overnight on the farm. The swag will be returned to the starting location on day two. Personal tents will not be set up for you, other than the glamping tents that are pre-reserved.
CAMPING/LODGING
All routes will be self supported but we will have ONE aid station for the blue and black routes.
AID STATION
Course will be self guided but we will give you access to the route prior to ride so you can load to your device.
COURSE MARKINGS
ACCOMODATION OPTIONS
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Camping is included in any ride route or venue only ticket. Each person MUST have a ticket to camp. Camping is primitive with grassy areas only. Bathroom access (no shower) will be available to all campers in a shared facility. Personal camping equipment will be shuttled by 37 North to the venue from Bentonville (and back the next day). Nothing will be setup, just transported.
*Some 4 person tents are available for rent at an additional cost ($50) and will be setup on site for you
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Glamping tents are additional cost and limited availability. Each safari tent will have two full sized mattresses inside with all bedding setup in a glamping environment!
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– Cabin 1: Queen bed in large open space, twin bed in a private bedroom
– Cabin 2: Two queens in large open space, one queen in a private bedroom
– Cabin 3: Two small twin beds in the built-in bunks, partition then another normal-sized twin. Private bedroom with one queen
– Cabin 4: Three small twins In built-in bunks, partition then a normal size twin. Private bedroom with queen bed
– Cabin 5: Large open space with a partition between two queen beds. Private bedroom with one twin
– Cabin 6: Large often space with 3 small twins in the built-in bunk and one queen bed. Private bedroom with one queen
– Cabin 7: Large open space with one queen. Private bedroom with one queen
– Cabin 8: Open space with two small twins in the built-in bunk, and then one queen bed. Private room with one queen
– Cabin 9: open space with one queen. Private bedroom with one queen
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MAIN FLOOR
– Bedroom One: One twin– Bedroom Two: One queen
– Bedroom Three: One queen with one private bathroom with standup shower
– Hallway bathroom with tub/shower
– Formal sitting area
TOP FLOOR
– Bedroom 4: One Full– Bedroom 5: One Full
– Bedroom 6: Four twin beds
– Hallway bathroom with tub/shower
BOTTOM FLOOR
– Kitchen and living area– Full bathroom with stand up shower
FAQS
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Starting location will be the Gearhead Experience Center located at 501 SW A St, Bentonville, AR 72712.
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Black Route | Start time: 9:00 a.m. | Check-in time: 8:00 a.m.
Blue Route | Start time: 10:00 a.m. | Check-in time: 9:00 a.m.
Green Route | Start time: 11:00 a.m. | Check-in time: 10:00 a.m.
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Luggage transportation will be provided by 37 North at no additional charge. For our convenience and yours, please strap your luggage together for easy transportation and pick-up. At check-in, you will be provided a luggage tag for identification. Luggage must be checked in by 10:30 a.m. You may want to pack a camp chair or blanket to sit on while you are at Rockford Grange.
Anyone utilizing luggage transportation on Sunday is asked to pack and strap their bags in the same fashion as Saturday. Luggage must be checked in by 9:00 a.m. We will meet back at Gearhead Experience Center. You will claim your luggage and then have the opportunity to purchase brunch at The HUB Bike Lounge for an after-ride celebration.
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Bagels will be provided Saturday morning by Ozark Mountain Bagel Company. We highly recommend riders bring their own lunches and snacks or pack them in their luggage to be transported. A taco dinner will be provided on-site at Rockford Grange that evening. We will have several canned beverage options. Breakfast and coffee will be provided by Snack Lab on Sunday morning.
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Riders can leave at their leisure but no later than 10:00 a.m on Sunday. Riders have the option to take any of the three routes back.
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Black Route | Start time: 9:00 a.m. | Check-in time: 8:00 a.m. | Black Route - Strava
Notes: No additional notes are needed at this time.
Blue Route | Start time: 10:00 a.m. | Check-in time: 9:00 a.m. | Blue Route - Strava
Notes: There is a bridge closure on Gooseberry Rd. There is a bike detour to cross the creek.
Green Route | Start time: 11:00 a.m. | Check-in time: 10:00 a.m. | Green Route - Strava
Notes: Don't miss the Razorback Regional Greenway detour onto the multisurface trail. The Strava route listed is correct. The note is only being made because it is easy to miss.
