Cycling
October 16-18, 2026
4 road bike races over 3 days. Racers can enter 1, 2, 3 or all 4 races.
RACE 1 : 5k Time Trial = Friday 10/16 COMPLETED
RACE 2 : 10K Time Trial = Saturday 10/17 – COMPLETED
RACE 3 : 20K Road Race = Saturday 10/17 – COMPLETED
RACE 4 : 40K Road Race = Sunday 10/18 at or soon after 9:00am (*NEW TIME)
Note: This page was last updated Oct 17, 2026.
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NOTE: Arkansas Sr Olympics WELCOMES ALL CYCLISTS ages 40 and older, and can be from any state (not just Arkansas) to compete in the Arkansas Senior Olympics’ Cycling Events.
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
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$55.00 entry, and you can do 1, 2, 3 or all 4 events for this same $55 entry fee. You pick the races you want to do.
Separate categories for men and women in these age groups (40-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, etc.)
All riders ages are determined by your age as of Dec 31, 2026.
ROAD BIKES and TT BIKES can be ridden in proper races. *TT bikes are not permitted in the road races.
We also offer separate divisions for RECUMBENTS:
We need volunteers for this event. Your time is appreciated. Contact Greg at 501-321-1441 to volunteer. Positions available are:
1. Registration Athlete Check-in Table assistant
2. Finish line timer scorer & results helper.
3. Pre-Event setup
4. Post-Event tear down and load stuff into vehicles==
5. Course Marshals – A few people are needed to be out on the side of the roads to be course marshals … to help watch and keep the racers as safe as possible, and direct them if they need to turn or turn around … or keep going!!!
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| Competitions: |
YES, we will post Strava routes here in a few days, prior to the events.ALL RACES will take place on the EAST SIDE of Little Rock, east and south of the Little
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| Packet Pickup: | Prior to your first cycling event. Numbers will also be given out, with pins, and waivers MUST be signed in person. |
| Athlete Info: | Athletes must check-in prior each event. Onsite registration may be available, so check with Greg to inquire. |
| Equipment: | Cyclists must provide their own bike equipment, and most importantly are required to wear a helmet at all times while on your bike at the event location. |
| Rules: | USAC rules apply. See USAC official at event for all specific rules. 1. All cycling events will be conducted in accordance with U.S.A. Cycling (USAC) rules. More info : www.usacycling.org 2. Helmets are mandatory and must conform to USA Cycling regulations. HELMETS ARE REQUIRED WHILE ON YOUR BIKE! 3. Multi-gear (free wheel) bikes with front and rear brakes are required. Fixed gear and battery powered are not permitted. All bicycles must be certified by race officials prior to the competition. 4. Except for the 2 new categories of “Recumbent Bikes -Faired” and “Recumbent Trikes -Faired”, there may be no protective shield, fairing or other device on any part of the bicycle (including, but not limited to, the frame, wheels, handlebars, chain wheel or accessories) that has the effect of reducing air resistance, except those allowed by the USAC. 5. Handlebars used for steering with ends, features, or attachments that extend forward or upward or that provide support for other than the rider’s hands (including aero bars) are permitted only in the time trial events and not in the road race events. 6. If in doubt about your qualification, check for an official ruling from the chief referee before your appointed starting time. Once the clock begins, your time is running and will not be adjusted. 7. In time trial events, the rider shall be held by an official at the start but shall be neither restrained nor pushed. 8. Riders must stay to the right except when overtaking another rider. Failure to do so will result in disqualification. 9. In time trial events, no rider shall pace behind another rider closer than 25 meters (80 feet) ahead, or 2 meters (7 feet) to the side. A rider who is observed taking pace shall receive a time penalty. 10. No restarts are permitted, unless Director permits. 11. No-e-bikes, or batteries or motors used in any event. 12. Know the course BEFORE your start all events. 13. Event Director has final word on all events and happenings at all times. 14. NO REFUNDS once an athlete/rider signs up. |