BENTONVILLE GRAVEL CAMP
Bentonville, AR
Mar 31 - Apr 3, 2027
4 Days/3 Nights
1,995
BUILD GRAVEL SKILLS AND EVENT-READY FITNESS ON THE BACKROADS OF NORTHWEST ARKANSAS
Bentonville is surrounded by an exceptional network of gravel roads, rolling farm lanes, and short, punchy climbs. At Bentonville Gravel Camp, you will use that varied terrain to sharpen the skills and decision-making that make gravel riding faster, smoother, and more controlled.
Across three full training rides, the planned routes cover approximately 151-166 miles and 8,000-8,900 feet of climbing. CTS Coaches will work with you on line choice, braking and cornering on loose surfaces, efficient group riding, pacing, and fueling. Professional mechanics and support vehicles keep the focus on your riding.
Designed for Athlete Levels 2 and 3, this camp combines meaningful endurance volume with practical gravel instruction. Leave with better bike handling, stronger late-ride execution, and greater confidence for your next gravel event.
Pricing & Registration
Camp spots are limited and can fill quickly — early registration recommended.
The CTS Camp Experience
PERSONALIZED COACHING • EXPERT EDUCATION • PREMIUM SUPPORT • SUSTAINABLE PERFORMANCE
On The Bike
- Ride with CTS Coaches
- Professional Mechanics
Off The Bike
- Training Presentations
- Q&A with Coaches
Camp Features
- Bike Build & Prep for Shipping
- Daily Bike Tune & Wash
Your CTS Coaches at this Camp
Colin Izzard
CTS Premier Coach
Matthew Busche
CTS Senior Coach
Caroline Mani
CTS Expert Coach
Matt Freeman
CTS Pro Coach
RECOMMENDED LODGING
All camp rides begin and end at the CTS House, located just minutes from these recommended lodging options.
Motto by Hilton Bentonville Downtown
229 S. Main Street
Bentonville, AR 72712
The Compton Bentonville
200 E. Central Ave
Bentonville, AR 72712
Additional Details
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
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OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
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WHAT TO BRING
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Camp Itinerary
DAY 1
CHECK-IN DAY - WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31, 2027
Check In Time: 2:00pm
Check in at the CTS House, meet the coaching and support team, and leave your bike with our mechanics for assembly and inspection. At 4:30 p.m., join an optional shakeout spin to confirm bike setup and review foundational gravel handling. We will regroup at 6:00 p.m. for dinner at a local restaurant, introductions, and a camp overview.
| WHERE | CTS House - Bentonville, Arkansas |
| BIKE SUPPORT | Bike build, inspection, and preparation for the first full ride |
| EVENING | Dinner, introductions, and camp overview at a local restaurant |
DAY 2
GALLOPING EAGLE - THURSDAY, APRIL 1, 2027
Mileage: 52 miles
Elevation Gain: 2,200 ft
Time Range: 3.5-4 hours
From downtown Bentonville, Galloping Eagle heads southwest toward Springtown across fast, flowing gravel and rolling terrain. Coaches will use the route to establish efficient group communication, smooth paceline movement, confident line choice, and controlled braking before loose corners. The steady endurance workload also creates an ideal setting to practice pacing and fueling without sacrificing technique.
| RIDE | Morning departure from the CTS House |
| LUNCH | Post-ride at the CTS House |
| TRAINING PRESENTATION | Following lunch |
| BIKE SERVICE | Daily tune and wash |
| DINNER | On your own |
DAY 3
SULPHUR SPRINGS + MISSOURI LINE - FRIDAY, APRIL 2, 2027
Mileage: 64 miles
Elevation Gain: 3,700 ft
Time Range: 4.5-6 hours
Today's route heads northwest to Sulphur Springs before crossing briefly into Missouri. The rolling return to Bentonville includes repeated climbs and descents, with the final 20 miles rewarding disciplined pacing and strong late-ride execution. Coaches will help you manage effort, maintain traction and momentum, and make smart decisions as fatigue builds.
| RIDE | Morning departure from the CTS House |
| LUNCH | Post-ride at the CTS House |
| TRAINING PRESENTATION | Following lunch |
| BIKE SERVICE | Daily tune and wash |
| DINNER | 6:00 p.m. at a local restaurant |
DAY 4
PEA RIDGE FINALE - SATURDAY, APRIL 3, 2027
Mileage: 35-50 miles
Elevation Gain: 2,100 - 3,000 ft
Time Range: 3-4 hours
This moderately challenging route circles Pea Ridge on quiet gravel roads, with open views near the high point along the Missouri border. Route options allow the coaching team to adjust the distance to conditions and the group while preserving a focused final day of skill work. Use the rollers and variable surfaces to reinforce line choice, relaxed handling, and efficient pacing after three days of riding.
| RIDE | Morning departure from the CTS House |
| LUNCH | Post-ride pizza at the CTS House |
| BIKE SUPPORT | Bike pack-up for return travel |
| DEPARTURE | Following lunch and farewells |
CAMP CONCLUSION: Post-ride pizza, bike pack-up, and farewells.
FAQs
If you have additional questions, our Athlete Services will be happy to answer them. Contact us here.