Ride Recap | TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE Bentonville-Bella Vista 2016
What a day! Almost 150 riders accepted the Triple Crown Challenge! The challenge was to shred the majority of three Oz Trails in one ride. About 35-40 miles of killer singletrack. Nine states were represented AR, MO, KS, IN, WI, LA, OK, TX and CO! Over 100 riders completed the challenge and received the TCC flask!
I would like to take a moment to thank our main Challenge sponsor Jake at Newell Development for all of the support. They are doing some rad things in downtown Bentonville. Please check them out! I would also like to send a special thanks to Kevin owner of Pedaler’s Pub for serving up some delicious gumbo for our tired riders. He knocked it out of the park! And Steve at Creative Awards for the awesome TCC finishers flasks and event shirts! These folks rock!
Best part of the day for me was seeing dead riders come in and slowly come back to life after some hardy chow, cold ‘recovery’ beverages and epic story telling. A big thanks to all the ride participants!
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Challenge Sponsors
Newell Development – Specializing in sustainable, community-centered design and construction. And loves to support the cycling community!
Pedaler’s Pub – Provider of delicious chow for some hungry souls. So good!
Creative Awards – Creator of the Triple Crown Challenge flask and event shirt.
CLIF BAR – Supplying much needed energy for the aid station. #feedyouradventure
Gearhead Outfitters – Generous host of the ride start and staging.
OZ TRAILS – COME RIDE THE OZ TRAILS!
Filled up the lot pretty quick!
Staging. Thanks Gearhead Outfitters for hosting the start!
A BIG thanks to Ben Craig for the suggested route, killer maps and on ride support.
And they’re off!
Dropping in…into the Pen.
The hills are alive!
Singletrack roundabout!?
Chilling at Blowing Springs Park. About to tackle the Back 40.
CLIF BAR provided the energy at our aid station. #feedyouradventure
“Best CLIF product EVER!” #feedyouradventure
The fastest group finished right around the 4 hour mark. About 3 hours and 30 minutes of moving time.
BOOM! Let the story telling begin!
Need a shuttle for your group? Check out Ozark Spokes and Floats.
Our youngest finisher Samuel G and his pops. TCC flask time! He’ll be filling that flask with OJ I’m told! Well done!
BOOM! Chowing down on some delicious Pedaler’s Pub pizza. Well done!
Check out this video recap by Adam B. Thanks man!
Relive it.
Stay tuned, the next challenge is brewing…TCC Fayetteville?? December? #oztrailsnwa
Total climbing: 3102 ft
THE FLYER
We are stoked to bring the Triple Crown Challenge to Bentonville-Bella Vista! Come ride the world class Oz Trails! Triple Crown Bentonville-Bella Vista is presented by Newell Development. I promise this will be a challenging memorable ride!
WHAT IS THE TRIPLE CROWN?
Riding the majority of three (Slaughter Pen, Blowing Springs & Back 40) trail systems in one ride.
WHY?
Why not!
WHEN?
Saturday October 29th, Wheels hot @ 9am from Gearhead Outfitters
WHAT TO EXPECT?
About 50 miles of challenging single track trail.
Be prepared for 4-6 hours of saddle love.
This IS a ride. NOT a race. IT IS AN ADVENTURE!
You are responsible for any mechanical issues you might encounter.
You are responsible for doing your homework on the route & trail systems.
You are responsible for your own well being.
You are responsible for having fun!
Aid Station (TBD)
OCA will have food & beer…’recovery’ beverages waiting for you. Thanks to Pedaler’s Pub & Bike Rack Brewing!
Creative Awards will have a super cool award for those who complete the Triple Crown!
Cost? FREE!
All participants must sign rider release form.
THE 3 RULES
1. You must ride the majority of all three trail systems. The suggested route will be announced soon!
- Slaughter Pen
- Blowing Springs
- Back 40
2. You must start & stop from the same point (loop) and ride (your bike) to each trail system.
3. You must prove your achievement via STRAVA or other GPS device to receive award.
THE AWARD
The coveted TCC flask. Something super cool to hold your beverage of choice in. This will be well earned! Thanks to Creative Awards!
THE WEATHER POLICY
If raining, snowing or earthquaking ride might be postponed. I will make the call Thursday morning.
THE RIDE SPONSORS
Newell Development, CREATIVE AWARDS, Pedaler’s Pub, Bike Rack Brewing, Gearhead Outfitters, CLIF BAR, & OZARK CYCLING ADVENTURES
WILL YOU ACCEPT THIS CHALLENGE?
