The Pinewood Showdown

Wilderness Ranch 34.201950, -109.915218, Lakeside, AZ

ABOUT THE RACE September 14th Folks have been asking us for years. When is Zia Rides going to do a gravel event? Well, we were waiting to find the right location with a venue and gravel roads that live up to the quality and expectations that people have come to expect from Zia Rides. And boy did we finally find it! The base of operations for the Pinewood Showdown will be the scenic Wilderness Ranch outside Pinetop-Lakeside/Show Low, Arizona where we have … Continue reading The Pinewood Showdown

Ride the Arizona Divide

Arizona Divide Heber, AZ

CLICK HERE FOR INTERACTIVE MAP For those interested a group of individuals will be riding the 450 mile Ride the Arizona Divide route starting September 23rd. Why 9/23? It’s  simply the best time of the year to ride the White Mountains and Northeast Arizona! The are no entry fees or registration. The route uses public roads, anyone can join in. This is not an organized or sanctioned event in any way. Each rider is responsible for their navigation and well being. We … Continue reading Ride the Arizona Divide

The Tusayan Tussle – Arizona Endurance Series

Tusayan Long Jim Loop Rd, Grand Canyon, AZ

The Tusayan Tussle The Tusayan Tussle When:  The 100 event will start at 6:00 a.m. The 60 mile event will start at 7:00 a.m. on August 24, 2024 Where: The start/ finish will be on Forest Road 302 located on the south end of Tusayan, half a mile east from the roundabout on Hwy 64. Lots of parking and lots of camping options right at the start/finish area on both sides of FR302. The routes: Option #1: 60 Mile route that is … Continue reading The Tusayan Tussle – Arizona Endurance Series

THE SPIRIT WORLD 100

Patagonia Lumber Co. 295 McKeown Ave, Patagonia, AZ

Dear gravel riders, soul surfers & anyone who uses the bike to escape time...  We are Heidi Rentz & Zander Ault We’re co-creators, gravel cyclists, chefs & party animals. We’re so freaking excited to see you in Patagonia, Arizona for a gravel road race that has inspired every aspect of our lives.   The Spirit World 100 is a down home gravel road expedition that has been in creation for 4 years. We’ve been exploring the outer reaches of our abilities to be spirited entrepreneurs in an attempt to bring something from another … Continue reading THE SPIRIT WORLD 100

Dirty Bunny

McKenzie Ranch Trailhead 12725 S Red Hill Ranch Road, Vail, Arizona

drinking' of the greatest events of all time. The Dirty Bunny is everything good about Mountain Biking all distilled into an incredible weekend. It's a drinking ride with a bike problem. It is a race. It is timed. There are winners. But if that is all you care about, it might not be the event for you (but it might). It's about the community. Gathering with like minded people in the desert and having a great time. There is drinking … Continue reading Dirty Bunny

24 Hours In the Old Pueblo

24 Hour Town 32.70400414009273, -110.91705086311752

Celebrating 24 years of riding single track in the Sonoran Desert, the TMC Health 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo is one of the largest 24 Hour events in the world. Ride the event the mountain bike community has been raving about for years! Join Epic Rides at the #24HOP as we host participants, volunteers, and sponsors for an event experience over a Government Issued Holiday Weekend (Presidents’ Day). With mid-day highs of 70 degrees, mellow Sonoran Desert vibes, an industry … Continue reading 24 Hours In the Old Pueblo

The Whiskey Off Road

Prescott Prescott, AZ

WHISKEY OFF-ROAD April 24-26, 2026 Prescott, AZ REGISTER SCHEDULE RESULTS Starting on Prescott’s historical (and lively) Whiskey Row and climbing into the beautifully distracting views of Prescott National Forest, riders will connect some of the area’s most exhilarating (and challenging) pieces of singletrack, double track, gravel roads, and the occasional paved segment. During your visit to Prescott, enjoy three fun-filled days of event festivities and being submerged in the mountain bike industry. Mingle with the most bike-minded people you’ll ever encounter while … Continue reading The Whiskey Off Road

Royal Gorge Six and Twelve

Royal Gorge East Ridge Campground 3315 Co Rd F30, Cañon City, CO

May 18th 2024 The Royal Gorge Six & Twelve is arguably the most beautiful course on the Zia Rides calendar with views, views and more views. On one side, you look out over the fruited Great Plains of America. On another side, you have fantastic views of the Royal Gorge and all the way down to the Arkansas River below. And don't forget the snow capped 14ers in every other direction from the venue. To say the spot is pretty … Continue reading Royal Gorge Six and Twelve

$65 – $130

TOUR OF THE WHITE MOUNTAINS

Pinetop Lakes Activity Center & Stables 5475 Buck Springs Road, Pinetop, AZ

A video of past funtivities by The Damion Alexander Team https://www.facebook.com/damion.alexander.9/videos/905554694182424 PRE-REGISTER SCHEDULE RESULTS EVENT WEEKEND GUIDE   The Tour leverages the Pinetop Lakes activity and equestrian center to provide a complete family experience. Attendees enjoy the onsite amphitheater for event activities and live music, nearby accommodations, campground games, a robust communal campfire and more! At 7,000 ft. a limited field of riders will discover the challenges and gratification from riding awesome single track among a pine forest backdrop while witnessing the … Continue reading TOUR OF THE WHITE MOUNTAINS

$50 – $190