Doom - Jasper, AR

Welcome to the premier bikepacking event of Arkansas! We don't start or end in a busy city with traffic and flashing lights; instead, we get deep in the heart of the Ozarks and ride, hike-a-bike, resupply, and sleep where the population is low and the terrain is all-time.

This is not for the faint of heart; it's a proper Ozark backcountry experience. Forest Service and County roads get ROWDY. This year we've even included some of the best singletrack in the state. Both options start and end at Horeshoe Canyon Ranch. A hardtail mountain bike with 2.2" tires is the general recommendation. If you're a fan of underbiking or only have a gravel rig… you won't be stopped but you've been warned. 

Total event cap is 150 regardless of what category numbers are at. This is the max number of guests we can accommodate while undergoing this transition.

In for the Long Haul? The Doom route incorporates most of what has already been used in the two prior years but elevates the experience with some new terrain after more scouting and avoidance of long-term Forest Service mandatory detours. 

Doom

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45392659

Inclined to join the party but need/want to get back to real life in a more reasonable timeframe? Insert the new Despair route. Still a race on the front end but also a phenomenal 3 day+ tour. 

Despair 

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45393331

Both options have a pre-race check-in, hangout, and meeting the night before the event on Thursday, March 28th at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch. This is where the race will start where all vehicles will be left during your ride. 

There are plenty of lodging and camping options in the area - I advise you look into it sooner than later. If you want to keep it simple, camp at the Ranch. If you want a few more amenities, consider Jasper or one of many nightly rentals in proximity. 

Camping/Lodging ideas: 

https://www.buffaloriver.com/

https://www.jbtradingco.com/

https://horseshoecanyonduderanch.com/

https://www.nps.gov/buff/planyourvisit/camping.htm

Anything in Jasper, AR for the most amenities! 

Everyone will be required to use trackers during the event via Trackleaders. Either rent or use your own… just please note that will be one additional cost as the event date gets closer. 

Questions in the meantime shoot over to andrew@ozarkgravelcyclists.com