Frequently Asked Questions

There’s singletrack? What tire size do you recommend?

Yes, the course will be loaded with flowy (and climby) singletrack, we would approximate around 20 miles (for the 100 mile course). We certainly recommend nothing smaller than about a 45mm tire set up tubeless. Durable tires always win the day here in OZ.

 What kind of bike do you recommend?

Run what you brung. Flat bar, drop bar, gravel, mountain bike, touring bike. The choice is yours. Just make sure it’s set up and ready for rowdy terrain (tire width, tubeless, etc).

This route sounds difficult. I’m hesitant to commit.

That’s understandable. This not your average 100 mile bike ride. Our course takes significantly longer to complete due to the singletrack sectors (the 100 mile route has approximately 20 miles of singletrack on it). If you’ve never done this event before and you’re not sure if you can complete it in the allotted 12 hours, we strongly suggest you dip your toes into the water with the 50 mile option first. It’s still a beast!

What will the format be like?

We’ll have three different options. The first option will be a standard mass start like most gravel events (100 mile or 50 mile options). The second will be a three person team format with teams taking off in increments, checking in at checkpoints along the way, collecting their “items of proof”, and completing the course together for time (also 100 mile or 50 mile options). The third option is for the ULTRA enthusiasts - a 200+ mile fully unsupported course starting on Friday and circumnavigating the iconic Beaver Lake, hitting no less than 4 different trail systems with a 30 hour cutoff (solo riders or teams).

When will the route be released?

The Rule of Three route is new each year, and we try to hold off on route revelations until closer to RO3. The element of surprise is a nice touch.

Will there be feed zones or support along the course?

We have aid stations for the 50 mile and 100 mile routes.
The ultra distance 200 mile event is completely unsupported.

I’m coming from out of town. Where should I stay?

There are numerous ways to experience all that is Bentonville, USA. Hotel, Camping, Airbnb, etc. We’ll have camping available at the venue as well.

A complete guide to lodging in Bentonville can be found here.