Breakfast by Bike: Himmel Park to Underwood Family Sonoran Landscape Laboratory

Himmel Park 1000 N Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ

Join us for a mellow cruise from Himmel to Underwood Family Sonoran Landscape Laboratory to enjoy some breakfast and great company! We’ll bring our BOB Trailer loaded up with pancake making gear. Bring a plate, cup, fork if you are able to (If not, we’ve got you!) and an appetite for pancakes. You are also welcome to bring your own camp stove to brew yourself some coffee or tea if you prefer or want.. Meet us at Himmel Park at … Continue reading Breakfast by Bike: Himmel Park to Underwood Family Sonoran Landscape Laboratory

Bear Jaw Groove

Arizona Nordic Village 16848 US-180,, Flagstaff, AZ

One of Flagstaff's longest standing MTB events, held at the Arizona Nordic enter.  Escape the heat and come play in the Aspens. This is the The Bear Jaw Groove! 6 hour MTB Relay (Single, Duo, Quad) and 22 Mile Sprint, 33 Mile Endurance, and the 44 Mile Ultimate! Registration https://runsignup.com/Race/AZ/Flagstaff/Bearjaw 16848 US-180, Flagstaff, AZ 86001  

$65 – $95

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

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

Sky Island Tour

The Mall at Sierra Vista 2200 El Mercado Loop, Sierra Vista, AZ

The date and website for 2024 is not up. Guessing on the date at this time.  I'll update it when I find additional info  

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

Kentucky Camp – Arizona Endurance Series

Kentucky Camp 31°44′40″N 110°44′31″W, Sonoita, AZ, United States

When: November 25, 2025 at 9:00 am (9:15 start time for those doing the short course) Where: Kentucky Camp, 40 miles south of Tucson. Google maps link here. What: There are two options for this race, (1) a 29-mile lollipop or (2) a 46-mile figure 8. There will be camping available and a post-race party in the area for those that would like to grill. This year, we are doing the Kentucky Camp as a charity event for the Arizona Trail Association. If you want to ride and are … Continue reading Kentucky Camp – Arizona Endurance Series

Picketpost Punisher – Arizona Endurance Series

Picketpost Trailhead 33.27184° N, 111.17643°, Superior, AZ

Picketpost Punisher When: November 15, 2025 The B (49 miles) and C (22 miles) routes will start at 7:30am. The A route (76 miles) will start at 5am. Where: You will  start at the Picketpost trail head off of Route 60 near Superior, Arizona. This is about 60 miles east of Phoenix and about 5 miles west of Superior. If you pass the Boyce Thompson Arboretum, you’ve missed the trailhead turnoff. You can get directions to the start here. The trailhead has pit toilets, but no water. Also no trash receptacles … Continue reading Picketpost Punisher – Arizona Endurance Series

SDMB Poker Ride

Kennedy Park 3357 S La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ

The whose who of the Tucson MTB scene will be there. It will have libations on the route, massive amounts of prizes for the best hand, everyone wins something. Want to be a part of the Tucson Mountain Bike Community/ Then this is a ride you must do.   But perhaps you are a runner... you are welcome to come out and make the riders look slow as you fly up the hills and technical sections. tSDMB

Tucson 10er

Old Tucson Studios 201 Kinney Rd, Tucson, AZ

January 17, 2026 Back again for 2026! After a sucessful first year, Zia Rides will be back in Tucson again in 2026. Mark your calendars! This 10 hour race for solos, duos, and teams takes place at historic Old Tucson Studios, the film site for many famous westerns. The main venue comes with sweeping views of saguaro covered mountains along with old-timey fun on the studio grounds for racers and their families to enjoy. The main event space is a … Continue reading Tucson 10er