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Square 2 Square Bike Ride
| Registration Options | Fee | Registration Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (14 and older) | $35 | January 6 - May 3 |
| Youth (13 and under) | $20 | January 6 - May 3 |
| Shuttle Ride | $10 | January 6 - May 3 |
Event Information
Our team looks forward to offering both in-person and virtual ride options for the 2023 Spring and Fall Square 2 Square Bike Rides. As an alternative to in-person, a virtual ride option will be offered over the period of a month. With the goals of providing an event for new people on bikes, promoting safe riding, showcasing the Razorback Greenway, and supporting our neighbors, S2S has choices for you!
2023 Dates
May 6, 2023 - Fayetteville 2 Bentonville
October 7, 2023 - Bentonville 2 Fayetteville
The Spring ride begins in Fayetteville and will end in Bentonville.
WHEN: Saturday, May 6, 2023
WHERE: Fayetteville to Bentonville (via the Razorback Greenway)
START: Walker Park in Fayetteville
FINISH: Lawrence Plaza in Bentonville (214 NE A St)
Online registration is open from January 1 - May 3.
Registration
Registration opens January 1 for the Spring 2023 Square 2 Square Bike Ride and for reserving Shuttles.
$35-Adult
$20-Youth
$10-Shuttle ride
Registration fee includes the Square 2 Square Bike Ride goody bag, unisex synthetic t-shirt, and finisher medal.
Jerseys are available for additional purchase during registration process at $65/each until February 1, 2023. Jerseys are available with gender specific sizing and run true to size.
Spring Ride Information
When: Saturday, May 6, 2023
Where: Fayetteville 2 Bentonville (via the Razorback Greenway)
Start: Walker Park in Fayetteville
Finish: Lawrence Plaza in Bentonville
Packet Pickup
Thursday, May 4 and Friday, May 5 | 11am - 6pm | Bentonville and Fayetteville
Bentonville: Downtown Activity Center | 215 SW A St
Fayetteville: Adventure Subaru | 2269 Henbest Dr
Remaining packets will be available at the start of the ride (Walker Park in Fayetteville) on Saturday morning from 6:30am - 9:00am.
Shuttles
Shuttles are available for $10.00 per rider. All shuttles (pre and post bike ride options) take people and their bikes to the start.
Pick Up is at Benton County Courthouse parking lot in downtown Bentonville (211 E Central Ave)
Drop off is at Walker Park in Fayetteville (7th St/Block Ave)
Pre-ride shuttles are: 6:00am, 7:00am, 8:00am. Post-ride shuttles are: 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, and 2:30pm are the shuttle times. Shuttles leave during at exactly their designated time, so arrive 10-15 minutes early to get your bike and yourself loaded! Shuttle tickets can be purchased online and will not be available for purchase the day of the ride. Spots are limited.
Virtual Ride
The virtual ride will take place May 1-31, when weather is at its best for cycling! In addition to the 30 mile northbound course along the Razorback Greenway, the virtual ride will feature a 15 mile option. Make your ride planning easy, whether it be starting in the south or the north, riding point to point or round trip. Our S2S vision is to enable you to enjoy the journey on the Razorback Greenway on your own. The "I Started in Fayetteville" wall sticker for the Virtual Ride will be located on the Fayetteville Visitor's Center wall on Mountain/Block Ave and the "I Finished in Bentonville" wall sticker will be located at Lawrence Plaza during the month of May.
Course Details
Use this link to view an interactive map of the Razorback Regional Greenway. Strava Routes will be created to help with navigation. Below is a link to the suggested route.
Routes for the Spring 2023 ride coming soon!
Strava and Ride Spot are the recommended app to be used for navigation/activity tracking if you prefer digital/technology platforms. Virtual riders, submitting "proof of ride" is not needed.
Suggested parking locations in Bentonville (fall ride start area) can be viewed on this parking map.
2022 Spring Ride Photos, provided by Kate Austin Photography. These photos have been paid for and are free for you to download and enjoy. Please give credit to Kate Austin Photography when posting on social media.
Volunteers
If you are looking to get involved, we have plenty of opportunities for you--such as event set up, participant check in, pit stop assistants, finish line helpers, and more. Register for this via Give Pulse or by contacting Hannah Carter, Recreation Supervisor, by email.
Sponsors
Events like the Square 2 Square Bike Ride would not be successful without support from our sponsors. First and foremost, we appreciate our Square 2 Square Bike Ride collaborative partners, Fayetteville Parks & Recreation who help to make this event possible. Thank you to all the businesses and organizations that have contributed. Sponsorship opportunities can be viewed in our 2022 Square 2 Square Sponsor Deck.