A mountain biker in helmet and racing kit rides toward the camera on a rocky forest trail, with a wooden trail sign reading Back 40 Loop and The Ledges at the left and a second rider further back.
Friday · May 28

Stage One · The Back 40

A fast opening stage through the Back 40 trail system in Bella Vista.

Find the rhythm.

The Back 40 weaves up and down the ridges and valleys that undulate across the east side of Bella Vista. Expect the Back 40 Loop, Mighty Pine, and Through the Looking Glass. Flowing singletrack and rolling terrain — a fast opening day that rewards rhythm and smart pacing.

At a glance

DistanceClimbNamed trails
35–40 mi~3,000 ftBack 40 Loop · Mighty Pine · Through the Looking Glass
2026 route

What was raced in 2026

The 2027 course follows a similar route. Explore the full map and elevation profile, or open it on Ride with GPS.

What this day asks of you

Settle early. The fastest line is the one you can keep riding tomorrow.

Next: The Queen

Saturday brings the longest stage and the most climbing per mile.

Stage Two

Four days. One long weekend.

Registration opens November 1, 2026 at 8 AM Central.

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