Rally style event for road, gravel, tandem, rec, bikepacker, etc. that mixes bicycles with running, music, food, and other fun cultural activities. This ride is part of the Delta Grit Series - a rally style event for runners and cyclists mixing it up with music, food, and other fun cultural activities. One-of-a-kind experience in the Arkansas Delta. Challenging and fun!
Register for the Gravel Ride Here
RIDE STARTS 10am SATURDAY 5.11.24
SATURDAY 5.11.24 (230 WALNUT ST.)
8am – 9:30am Check In
9:45am Pre-ride Meeting
10am Start
1pm – 5pm Food & Entertainment
meal and amazing music included
Andy Ratliff will perform at the finish
downtown block party with corn hole tournament and more
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Starting on 230 Walnut Street in Downtown Helena, there are opportunities for both gravel and road with beginner, intermediate, and advanced routes for more experienced cyclists.
ALL ROUTES ARE UNMARKED – riders MUST have a GPS computer or written/printed directions
SELF SUPPORT RIDE - BYO tire repair, pump, tools, etc.
Aid Stations will be provided and marked on map, bring cash for convenience store treats
Rolling SAG
ROUTES
GRAVEL
Low Road to Marianna Lollipop - 50 Mile
Cotton Belt Levee to DHT (Elaine - Lexa) to Low Road - 100 Mile
ROAD
High Road to Storm Creek Lake - 21 Mile
High Road to Marianna Lollipop - 100k
MIXED GRAVEL/ROAD
Big Spring Out/Back - 10k
Low Road to MRSP to High Road - 30 Mile
Low Road to Marianna to High Road - 50 Mile
DOWNLOAD YOUR ROUTE NAVIGATION GPX HERE
https://ridewithgps.com/collections/2278996?privacy_code=tuzChedhoI2aSd3WjhcEGqyXvuv62eYt
More Fun Stuff!
Helena has plenty to offer, check it out and have fun! Here’s a handy map.
Top 10 things to do in and around Helena
Visit the Delta Cultural Center Museum and learn about the Delta’s rich music Heritage / Open 9am-5pm
Walk the Harbor View Trail, a one-mile wooded loop, in the Helena River Park - Can you find the Pizza-Saurus Rex? Link
DIY Mural Tour - lace up or grab your bike and explore some great works of art! Link
Get contemplative at the African American Cemetery and the Confederate Cemetery just north of town.
Walk the Big River Loop Trail in The Helena River Park and discover Buck Island Beach, where you can stick your toe in the Mighty Mississippi River! Link
Visit Delta Dirt Distillery on Cherry Street, Open 2pm to 8pm
Log some miles (and add some migratory birds to your lifelist) on the new Delta Heritage Trail
Eat Helena’s World Famous Fried Catfish at the West-Helena Fish Market / Open 11am-5pm
Satisfy your inner history buff - from the Civil War to the Underground Railroad plus a impressive collection of Old South homes and churches Link
DIY Paddleboarding & Kayaking – Mississippi River State Park, just scan your phone to access kayak and gear rental (Storm Creek and Bear Creek swim beaches)
FRIDAY OPTIONAL
6pm – 9pm Registration / Check In – Delta Dirt (430 Cherry St.)
7pm - 10pm Jazz on the levee – Cherry St Pavilion (116 Cherry St.)
7pm Bri Ailene
8pm Jose Holloway
9pm Rodney Block
SUNDAY OPTIONAL
Can almost guarantee that spontaneous group runs and rides will occur, stay tuned…
Guided canoe outing on the Mississippi, with Quapaw Canoe Company, is an option, contact event organizer if this sounds fun.
LOOKING FOR LODGING?
We recommend the DIY camping at the nearby Helena River Park Blues Fest Campground. Shower and portapotties will be provided.
The Edwardian Inn Bed & Breakfast is also a great option.
King Biscuit Blues Festival has compiled a list of additional options, check it out.
BIKEPACKING TO THE EVENT?
Here is a collection of routes!
SPONSORS
RALLY MAP
THE WHY!
deltaGRIND is an annual ride that raises money to re-animate the Arkansas Delta - a landscape rich with music, history, and superior routes for riding. Come experience one of the most unique places on Earth. Proceeds from this event benefit our Crowley's Ridge Gravel Trail project.
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