AES | Round 1 | Bentonville - Bella Vista Enduro

BENTONVILLE + BELLA VISTA ENDURO | AUGUST 29-30, 2026

The Bentonville - Bella Vista Enduro highlights the best of Northwest Arkansas, where an extensive network with hundreds of miles of world-class trails and multiple trail systems create a proper canvas for an epic day of enduro racing in the Mountain Biking Capital of the World™.

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Registration opens Friday, June 12th at 8am with participation based on a first-come, first-served basis. To create a rewarding enduro race experience, organizers reserve the right to limit overall event participation. Each participant’s entry includes:

• One-day competition: Up to 4-7 stages and 10-20 total miles of rider-designed racing with dedicated pre-race practice times the day prior to the race.
• Course information: Sufficiently marked courses with maps emailed to participants the week of the event.
• Mid-race aid stations: Lively mid-race aid stations with access to professional neutral mechanics and medical support.
• Event timing: Professional event timing with accuracy to the 1000th of a second and instant results.
• Post-race meal: Complimentary post-race meal and cold beverages (21+ for adult beverages, ID required) in a family-friendly festival setting.
• Awards ceremony: Awards ceremony by category with prizes awarded 5 deep.

RACE VENUE

The Bentonville - Bella Vista Enduro will start in Bella Vista near the Allen's Food Market.

Race Venue Address - 60 Sugar Creek Center, Bella Vista, AR 72714

EVENT SCHEDULE

Final event schedule with packet pickup, official pre-ride, and start times will be released the week of the event. Arkansas Enduro Series events are rain or shine except under extreme circumstances. When permissible, an official pre-ride/practice will be scheduled the day prior to Race Day(s). The Race Director reserves the right to adjust the schedule due to any unforeseen circumstances.

• FRIDAY: Early pre-riding is allowed although some stages may be in the process of being finished marking.
• Check-In: 4PM-7PM | Early Check-In | Location TBA

• SATURDAY: 9AM-4PM | Check-In & Official Practice Day

• SUNDAY: 8AM-10AM | Timing Chip Pick-Up according to Wave Times. Late Check-In available.
• 9AM-3PM | Race Day
• 4PM | Podium Awards

SAFETY

This is not the time to skimp on protective equipment. Helmets are required to be worn on course during official event times and we highly suggest a full-face helmet, knee pads, and elbow pads.

TEMPERATURE

In August, Bella Vista experiences hot and humid summer weather. Average daily highs range from 87°F to 89°F, while overnight lows drop into the mid-to-upper 60s (around 65°F to 69°F).

WATER & SNACKS

While hydration will be available at select locations on course, riders are encouraged to plan to carry at least 50-60 ounces of water and enough snacks to sustain themselves under strenuous exercise.

NICE TO HAVES

• Essentials: Bug spray, sunscreen, spare tubes, pump or CO2, plugs, patches, and other parts.
• DOGS: Dogs are allowed but are required to be on a leash at all times. No exceptions.

TRASH

If you pack it in, pack it out. We are guests. Please follow all event sustainability and recycling requests.

RACE DAY MEAL

A post-race meal will be provided to racers and volunteers on Race Days only. Redeemable meal tickets will be provided at the Registration & Timing tent. When possible, additional food trucks and other resources will be made available on-site for fans, family, and friends.

WAIVER

All participants will be required to sign a waiver of liability prior to competing in the Arkansas Enduro Series.

REFUND POLICY

Arkansas Enduro Series events are rain or shine, and refunds will not be issued except under extreme circumstances. The Event Organizer reserves the right to adjust the schedule due to any unforeseen circumstances, including rescheduling the event to a future date.

If participants choose to add additional Registration Protector through BikeReg, those claims are handled entirely by Allianz Global Assistance. For policy questions or to file a claim visit www.eventregistrationprotection.com or call 1-888-799-2832.

SERIES RULES

Additional series information and rules available at www.arkansasenduroseries.com/rules.