The University of Arkansas Cycling Club, in partnership with the Walton College of Business, will host the inaugural “Tour of the Hollows” gravel bicycle race on March 28 in Prairie Grove.
All proceeds from the race will go toward supporting the club and toward lowering the barriers of entry for aspiring collegiate cyclists.
The University of Arkansas Cycling Club seeks to make its mark on the national cycling calendar with the region quickly becoming a national cycling destination and with gravel-grinders becoming one the most in-demand styles of cycling events.
The event also aims to reverse the downward trajectory of United States collegiate cycling and create a more equitable cycling culture for women.
The race will feature a $1,000 prize purse with equal payout for both men’s and women’s categories. There are two route options — the Big Hollow (60 miles and 4,700 feet of elevation) and the Small Hollow (35 miles and 2,600 feet of elevation).
Online registration opens on BikeReg.com March 24 at 9 a.m.