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SUMMARY:West Texas Showdown 2025 with Bikes or Death in Terlingua\, Texas - REGISTRATION CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”teammateRow”][vc_column width=”1/4″ el_class=”teammateImage”][vc_single_image image=”63857″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” image_hovers=”false”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ el_class=”teammateDescription”][vc_row_inner el_class=”TeammateContent”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe West Texas Showdown isn’t just a race — it’s a battle against the desert itself. Big Bend delivers jagged singletrack\, endless horizons\, and conditions as raw as they come. Wild\, unpredictable\, and unforgiving — this is where legends are made. \nThe third stage of the Texas Showdown Series and the crown jewel of the Texas Showdown Triple Crown.  Set in the Big Bend region of Texas\, this event promises to test every ounce of grit\, skill\, and determination. \nThis is mountain desert country — wild\, remote\, and raw. The terrain is rugged\, the weather unpredictable\, and resources are scarce. Nearly everything in the desert either bites\, pinches\, stings\, or grabs. Don’t be scared — but don’t come unprepared. \n\nBig Bend – Home of the Showdown\nBig Bend Ranch State Park and the surrounding desert country embody the spirit of West Texas: wide-open basins framed by volcanic cliffs\, deep canyons carved by the Rio Grande\, and horizons that shift with every mile. \nIt’s one of the most remote places in the lower 48\, where solitude comes naturally and silence is as striking as the scenery. Out here\, self-reliance isn’t optional — it’s survival. By day\, the desert unfolds in stark beauty: ocotillo stretching skyward\, hidden springs tucked into arroyos\, and dirt roads that climb to vistas you’ll never forget. By night\, you’ll ride under one of the darkest skies in North America\, the Milky Way blazing overhead in a show few places on Earth can match. \n\nEvent Options\nShowdown – 420 miles of Glory & Pain\nThis is the flagship route: long\, raw\, and unrelenting. It starts with a paved rollout from Terlingua before plunging straight into the wilds of Big Bend Ranch State Park. Riders will grind up gravel park roads\, hike through rugged arroyos\, and battle through stretches of singletrack where “rideable” depends on your skill\, stamina\, and stubbornness. \nHighlights: \n\nMarfa (Mile ~200): A quirky West Texas art town\, home of the mysterious “Marfa Lights” and the famous Prada “storefront.” A perfect place to refuel and rest.\nPinto Canyon: One of the most dramatic landscapes in Texas. A twisting\, jaw-dropping descent through volcanic cliffs. Sunrise or sunset here is unforgettable.\nRio Grande Stretch: Long paved miles along the border\, with Mexico just across the river. Stunning views and a glimpse of life in the small border towns.\nThe Death Loop: A 50-mile finale north of Terlingua that will test what’s left of your legs and your willpower.\n\nStats: ~420 miles | 63% unpaved / 37% paved \n\nSlowdown – 300 miles of Dust & Determination\nA shorter\, but still fierce route through Big Bend. The Slowdown trims the distance but keeps the character: gravel park roads\, rough country tracks\, stretches of arroyo riding\, and just enough singletrack to keep you honest. This is a full-on bike expedition into one of the harshest and most beautiful places in the country. \nHighlights: \n\nRemote gravel stretches deep inside Big Bend Ranch SP\nRough\, sandy arroyos that force you to wrestle with your bike as much as ride it\nExpansive desert views that make every climb worth it\nJust enough pavement to catch your breath before the dirt pulls you back in\n\nStats: ~300 miles | 58% unpaved / 42% paved \n\nLowdown – The Gateway to Big Bend\nThe Lowdown is our non-competitive\, guided bikepacking group ride — designed to introduce riders to the magic of Big Bend in a more approachable way. Based on the “Otherside of Nowhere” route (Bikepacking.com)\, this three-day adventure is a perfect entry point for bikepacking-curious riders. \nRide leaders and sweepers will help guide the way\, but this is still a self-supported trip. You’ll need to carry your own food\, water\, and camping gear. Along the way you’ll experience the vastness\, solitude\, and starlit skies that make Big Bend unforgettable. \nHighlights: \n\nA loop around the Solitario\, a giant collapsed volcanic dome that feels like another planet\nLong stretches of gravel roads and dry arroyos inside Big Bend Ranch SP\nNights spent under some of the darkest skies in North America\n\nStats: ~111 miles over 3 days | 80% unpaved / 20% paved \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bikepackingroots.org/event/west-texas-showdown-2025-with-bikes-or-death-in-terlingua-texas/
LOCATION:Terlingua\, Texas\, Terlingua\, Texas\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251121
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SUMMARY:Southern Sierra Fat Bike Tour in California
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”teammateRow”][vc_column width=”1/4″ el_class=”teammateImage”][vc_single_image image=”69156″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” image_hovers=”false”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ el_class=”teammateDescription”][vc_row_inner el_class=”TeammateContent”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””]Exciting news\, everyone! The Southern Sierra Fat Tire Tour has a new date: MARK YOUR CALENDARS for November 21st\, 2025! With plenty of time to gear up\, our team is ready to make this an unforgettable ride. \nWhile November weather in the Southern Sierras can be a bit unpredictable\, we’d rather take a chance on a chill in the air than the scorching heat of summer. ❄️🌞 \nGet ready to conquer 205 miles of epic trails with a whopping 26\,000 ft of elevation gain\, winding through iconic trails like Just Outstanding & the Cannell Trail.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bikepackingroots.org/event/southern-sierra-fat-bike-tour-in-california/
LOCATION:California
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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SUMMARY:Bikepacking for All  Q&A with Jen Adams and Eric Betteridge in Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”teammateRow”][vc_column width=”1/4″ el_class=”teammateImage”][vc_single_image image=”72149″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=”” image_hovers=”false”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″ el_class=”teammateDescription”][vc_row_inner el_class=”TeammateContent”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””]Join for the latest #bikepackingforall talk\, followed by a question and answer session graciously hosted by Recycles Ottawa\, located at 445 Catherine St\, Ottawa\, ON K1R 5T7 \nIn preparation for our upcoming trip through Patagonia to the southern tip of South America in 2026\, we recently completed a October 5-day shakedown bikepacking trip on the soon-to-be-released “Culbute to Grand Chute” (C2GC) route. \nThere are no services on the C2GC\, so we needed to carry adequate food and fuel\, warm and waterproof clothing and shelter\, bedding\, navigation\, safety\, and repair gear to be completely self-sufficient. \nIn this session\, we’ll go over our bike builds and unpack our bike bags as we share our thoughts on gear that works for us when the weather turns cold and wet. \n***This is a free event\, but space is very limited. Please be sure that you can attend before signing up. If your plans change\, please edit your response to the question. ***[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://bikepackingroots.org/event/bikepacking-for-all-in-ottawa/
LOCATION:Recycles Ottawa\, 445 Catherine St\,\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5T7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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