The East Texas Showdown page provides you with the official registration information, ride distances, etc.
Date: March 21 – 24, 2024
Event: East Texas Showdown
Route distances: 15, 30, 70, 105 miles
About the event:
In 2021 when Patrick created the East Texas Showdown, he thought he was servicing a need in his home state. We quickly learned that there is a draw to this event that pulls from all over the country and, now, internationally. In 2023 we sold out 200 spots in 4 hours, that’s when we knew we really had something special.
EAST TEXAS SHOWDOWN
The East Texas Showdown is a traditional bikepacking race. Riders will be timed and awards will be given for first, second and third place winners.
400 miles, 17,500 ft. of climbing, 2 National Forest, 60/40 Gravel/Pavement, 1 million dogs to help you go fast, 100% East Texas.
EAST TEXAS SLOWDOWN
The East Texas Slowdown is for riders looking to slow it on down. There will be awards, but now for going fast. More like “Proslow” for the final finisher, “Fauxslow” for the fastest of the slow, amongst others.
Looking for something a little less extreme? How about a 280 mile version so you can slow down and pet the dogs.
EAST TEXAS LOWDOWN
The Lowdown is a new event for 2023. This is NOT a race, it’s bikepacking ride. We will not track your time, no one will care if you go fast. Well, your mom will still care, but we won’t.
There will be a designated group campsite on Friday evening with a bonfire and beverages for all LOWdown’ers. The BoD Team will also be there to share in the camaRADerie and storytelling that is sure to take place. Group camping is not required, but the more the merrier!
Awards for: Ride Bikes Be Rad, Good Energy Award, Best Dressed, Best on Course Photography, and more!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, March 21st
5:00pm ~ Racer Check In
7:00pm ~ Pre-race meeting
8:00pm ~ Go to sleep or grab a beer
Friday, March 22nd
6:00am ~ Late racer check in
7:00am ~ Group start, neutral roll out
Saturday, March 23rd
All Day ~ Ride your Damn Bike
Sunday, March 24th
6pm ~ After Party Starts: Live Music, Raffle, Awards
8pm ~ Fin officially*
*The Bullet will remain open till 10pm
There is no deadline or cutoff for the race
Location: 401 TX-156, Point Blank, TX 77364
Event Website: Website | Facebook Page
Registration: Online Registration
Contact info: [email protected]
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