Pros race for the world's largest $70,000 equal-pay-purse. All participants will enjoy a neutral rollout from downtown Bentonville into the foothills of the Ozark mountains, once they’ve entered the shade cast by the forests expansive Pine tree canopy participants will connect a selection of Northwest Arkansas (NWA) finest singletrack, occasional double track and paved segments. During your visit
to Northwest Arkansas, enjoy three days of event festivities while being submerged in the mountain bike industry. Mingle with the most bike-minded people you’ll ever encounter while appreciating the area’s New American Town vibe and feeling welcomed by a unique southern hospitality extended to the outdoor enthusiast. With an award in the form of a custom designed mason jar filled to the brim with locally produced pimento cheese, top-notch free live music, a cold beverage from Four Peaks Brewing (gratis) and the comfort of Bentonville’s storied town square and quaint downtown waiting at the finish for all Off-Road participants or cheering for the pro’s in their pursuit for the $160,000 series cash purse…this is one finish line worth preparing and persevering for. Epic Rides anticipates The Oz Trails Off-Road having a 95%+ finish rate. Bring your endurance and jedi singletrack handling skills and you’ll do just fine.
