In Northwest Arkansas, where mountain biking and gravel racing thrive like no other place in America, the Life Time Big Sugar Classic invites off-road cycling enthusiasts to celebrate their passion on premier trails and roads. This week-long festival is centered around two standout races: the Life Time Little Sugar MTB and the Life Time Big Sugar Gravel presented by Kenetik. Participants can dive into a mountain biking experience that showcases some of the best technical singletrack in the region, where challenges await at every turn through lush forests and rolling hills. For those who prefer gravel roads, there's an opportunity to tackle diverse terrain over multiple days, with routes designed for both skill levels, offering smooth sections alongside challenging dirt tracks. The event is more than just racing; it’s a chance to immerse oneself in the vibrant cycling culture of Northwest Arkansas. Riders can look forward to pre- and post-race festivities that include live music, food trucks, vendor booths, and social gatherings with fellow cyclists. The atmosphere buzzes with energy as competitors share stories from their rides, bond over mutual love for riding off-road trails. Whether you’re a local or a visitor looking to explore Arkansas’s renowned cycling terrain, the Life Time Big Sugar Classic promises an unforgettable adventure in one of America's premier destinations for mountain biking and gravel racing.
Races Offered
100 Mile
Oct 17, 2026
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160.9K
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00:00
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US$225.00
25 Mile
Oct 17, 2026
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40.2K
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Cycling
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00:00
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US$100.00
50 Mile
Oct 17, 2026
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80.5K
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Cycling
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00:00
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US$180.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Bentonville.
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12.5° / 23.2°
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10.0° / 21.2°
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Avg sunshine hours
9h 5m
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Avg rainfall
1.9 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
11.9 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
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Humidity
64.0%
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Sunrise
07:25
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Sunset
18:39
About Bentonville
Learn more about the host city, Bentonville.
Bentonville is a city of 51,000 people (2018) in the Northwest region of Arkansas. Widely known as the home to the corporate headquarters of retail giant Walmart, the city was noted by Travel + Leisure magazine as one of the "Hottest Travel Destinations of 2012".
