The Skirmish
The Skirmish is a gravel race on June 5, 2027 in Jonesboro, AR, with entry fees from $30 to $75.
- Date
- June 5, 2027 (241 days to go)
- Location
- 320 S Main St, Jonesboro, AR
- Price
- $30–$75
- Sport
- Gravel
From the Organizer
Full Event Details - https://skirmishjonesboro.com/
A Delta Gravel Festival in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
The Skirmish is more than just a cycling event, it's a celebration of the rugged beauty, rich culture, and tight-knit community of the Delta region. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to gravel cycling, this festival offers something for everyone. The festival was created to embrace all aspects of gravel cycling with one main feature not found in the majority of gravel events; the tale of 2 rides. Riders will first traverse the rolling hills of Crowley’s Ridge, similar to those found on the Ouachita and Ozark Mountain Regions. Crowley’s Ridge is a 200-mile long ridge that was formed by wind, water, and ice over millions of years. It's believed to have been an island between the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers that was isolated after the rivers changed course.
After tackling Crowley’s Ridge, riders will then experience the vast farmlands of the Delta (which supplies the nation with a bounty of food and feed to sustain our republic) during the final two thirds of the ride. Riders will be treated to the wide-open flat farm roads of the region, separated only by endless fields of crops, to bring you home. Late May, early June should see a tailwind blowing from the southwest to guide you home to the finish and a post-ride celebration in the historic downtown of Jonesboro, Arkansas.
Overall Event Schedule:
- Thursday - Evening Group ride
- Friday - 2 Group rides, vendor expo, athlete meeting, welcome party and free live music for everyone.
- Saturday -
- the main event with four ride distances and post-ride food and beverage.
- Awards ceremony, prize giveaways and a celebration of the day with photos and video.
- Friends and family will have plenty to do while their riders are out on course with kids and family activities at the finish line area. Saturday night will be a great time to explore what Jonesboro has to offer.
- Sunday - a day to “relax” with a short ride on offer
Full Event Details - https://skirmishjonesboro.com/
Events
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
85°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Jonesboro 2 Ne, 3 mi from the venue.
About Jonesboro, AR
Population
79,187
as of 2023
City Elevation
301 ft
Nearest Airport
JBR
Jonesboro Municipal Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
MEM
Memphis International Airport · 67 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
What Are You
Waiting For?
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241
Days to train
- Race
- The Skirmish
- Date
- June 5, 2027
- Location
- 320 S Main St, Jonesboro, AR
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About This Sport
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Gravel riding takes you off the pavement and onto mixed terrain — dirt roads, packed gravel, and everything in between — for a cycling experience that's more adventure than race.
The community is famously welcoming, the scenery is usually worth it, and finishing feels like you actually went somewhere.
Gravel Racing
Off-road cycling on mixed terrain — pavement, gravel, dirt — for miles. Enjoy the outdoor adventure and welcoming community.
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The Skirmish
Jun 5, 2027