Life Time Big Sugar Classic (Big Sugar Gravel)

Gravel Cycling covering 80.5 km to 160.9 km with up to 2,130 m D+ in Bentonville (Arkansas, United States)

Location

Bentonville, Arkansas, United StatesShow on map(36.3729° N, 94.2088° W)

Date & StatusOctober 16, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +2,130 m

Life Time Big Sugar Classic (Big Sugar Gravel) is an endurance sporting event in Bentonville, Arkansas, US focused on Gravel Biking. Key features include City Run, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including 100 Mile Big Sugar Gravel (160.93 km, +2,130 m D+), and 50 Mile Lil Sugar Gravel (80.47 km, +1,060 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for October 16, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (bigsugarclassic.com).

Official website

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Event characteristics

City Run Mountain Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
100 Mile Big Sugar Gravel	Gravel Biking	160.93 km	+2,130 m	620 m - 1,515 m	Loop course	Route & profile
50 Mile Lil Sugar Gravel	Gravel Biking	80.47 km	+1,060 m	623 m - 1,068 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

160.93 km

Elevation gain

+2,130 m D+

Elevation loss

-2,130 m D-

Altitude range

620 m - 1,515 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

2.6 % / 4.7 %

Course format

Loop course

160.93 km+2,130 m D+Peak 1,515 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 1,515 m above sea level (+2,130 m D+, -2,130 m D-)

Peak: 1,515 m·at 51.4 km·Ø 2.6 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Life Time Big Sugar Classic (Big Sugar Gravel) take place?

Life Time Big Sugar Classic (Big Sugar Gravel) takes place in Bentonville, Arkansas, US (start area at coordinates 36.3729° N, 94.2088° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for October 16, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Life Time Big Sugar Classic (Big Sugar Gravel)?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including 100 Mile Big Sugar Gravel (160.93 km, +2,130 m D+), and 50 Mile Lil Sugar Gravel (80.47 km, +1,060 m D+). The competitions belong to Gravel Biking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Life Time Big Sugar Classic (Big Sugar Gravel)?

The main competition (100 Mile Big Sugar Gravel over 160.93 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,130 m of elevation gain and -2,130 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 1,515 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Life Time Big Sugar Classic (Big Sugar Gravel)?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (bigsugarclassic.com).