FRequently asked Questions
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Why does it cost $255 for the 100, 80, AND the 50 mile race? ​​
This special event is capped at only 250 riders & we intend to keep it this small. it's our biggest goal to make it feel like an intimate gathering for 4 days of goodness 💖
We care deeply about inviting you to experience something you haven't experienced before. 
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You won't be disappointed
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Limited Resources
  • Patagonia, AZ is a very small town & has limited resources.
    • ​Everything that the town of Patagonia cannot provide, we have designed & brought into town for the weekend. 
FOOD & all the other goodness
  • The Cyclist's Menu has created a food, beer, & wine lineup that speaks to Southwest, Arizona & will be providing their favorite borderlands food options available.
    • Entry includes 3 meals
      • ​Friday pre-race dinner
      • Saturday pre-race Breakfast
      • Special Treats all over the course
      • Saturday night Grateful Dead cover band show
      • Saturday post-race meal + a frosty cold beer. 
      • Click 'The Table' for more details on food + beer + wine options.​
      • Guided bikes rides: Friday + Sunday
    • What meals are Not included throughout the weekend of events?
      • ​​Nov. 2nd ARizona Trail Fundraiser dinner. You can sign up when you registrar on Bikereg.com​​
      • SUnday, Nov. 6 breakfast​
But... I'm local to the area & can't make the dinner on Friday night! Can I pick up my number plate and sign my life awAY ON RACE MORNING?
YES.

HOWEVER, THIS DOES MEAN THAT YOU WILL BE MISSING THE REQUIRED PRE-RACE MEETING ON FRIDAY NIGHT.

IT IS UP TO YOU TO MAKE SURE YOU STUDY THE MAP & ALL OF THE CAUTION SIGNS THAT ARE NOTED ON THE RIDE WITH GPS FILE. 

YOUR SAFETY & OVERALL EXPERIENCE IS OUR BIGGEST PRIORITY THIS WEEKEND. WE TAKE IT VERY SERIOUSLY AND EXPECT YOU TO UNDERSTAND THE COURSE ON YOUR OWN TERMS IF YOU CAN'T BE APART OF THE MEETING ON FRIDAY NIGHT. THANK YOU!
Is there Event Camping Available?
Yes!
You must pre-purchase your camping spot before you come to the SW100! Click here & it'll take you to bikereg.com where you can purchase your camping spot. Thank you!
WHat kind of bike should I ride?
we recommend you ride the bike you love most for The Spirit World 50, 80 & 100. 
  • There's so many different companies out there  making incredible gravel focused and inspired bicycles. If you own one of these bikes, you'll probably love to ride it at this event. 
  • If you don’t have a gravel bike yet, but you own a mountain bike. It will be a perfect bicycle to ride either The Spirit World 100 or 50 mile course. 
  • We ride drop bar gravel bikes here at The Spirit World 100 hQ. 
    • QUICK TIP: Your bike choice is yours to make on your own. Here’s a few things to consider in making this decision. 
      • The Spirit World 100 and 50 mile course options have no single track sections
      • The gravel conditions in the San Rafael Valley are rough and bumpy. We recommend using tires that are no smaller than 700x35c or equivalent. 
      • We highly recommend you only run your tires tubeless
      • Both the 100 and 50 mile course options have long climbs, big descents and wide open stretches of rolling terrain. Choose the bike you’re most comfortable on for 5 or more hours at a time. ​
Will the course be Marked? I'd hate to get lost!
The course will Have:

VERY MINIMAL Signage and course markings!!!! 

BE PreparED.

Please upload the course route onto your ride computer. 

But Wait a minute... why wont the course have very good signage? 
(don't worry, we promise we have a good reason!)

Our Whole Hearted reason:
  • You will be embarking on an adventure into one of the most pristine grassland preserves in the entire United States. 
    • The Arizona State Parks says it best. Click here to learn about the biodiversity that you'll be riding your bikes amongst!
  • We are simply in love with this land & strictly adhere to The Leave No Trace Principles. 
  • Our biggest goal is safety. So, there will be traffic safety signs, and very limited event signage in the San Rafael Valley.
  • There will no turn-by-turn signage on course.
  • Without constant signage and cars on course, You will have the opportunity to feel a special connection to the SPirit World 50 & 100 course. It's empowering to look at your GPS, trust it & know where you're at (more or less), AT all times.
    • You will receive a link to the course "cue sheets" that we require you print out and carry along with you on your adventure, just in case your GPS dies.
    • ​We will release the Spirit World 50 & 100 course on Sunday, OCtober 27th at 6PM MST.
    • You will have 12 days to make sure you upload it properly to your chosen GPS.
    • If you don't already own a ride GPS, we highly recommend purchasing: WAHOO Element ROam
Why aren't any support crew's allowed on the course?
the beauty of riding your bicycle in the San Rafael Valley is.... simply one of the most... invigorating feelings in the world. 

We want you to experience what it feels like to ride your bicycle out there, the same as it does every other day of year.

This is a place where very few humans travel. If we allow support crews on course, the magic of ripping your bike through the valley will be lost.
Will there be food options for folks who are gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, nut free, soy free? ​
Absolutely!
  • We are food nerds & do our best to make sure your hunger is in good hands at all times.  
Can my family/friends join me at meals that are included in my race entry? 
You must purchase a meal ticket for your friend or family member on bikereg.com if they'd like to join.
WIll there be cold beer?
We're honored to be serving cold brewskis from our favorite Arizona Brewery:
I'm a wine drinker. Will there be insanely good arizona vino?!
Did you know that just 13 miles up the hill from Patagonia lies some of the most beautiful wine vinyards in the entire United States?
Will there be really good coffee?
Dang straight! 
If something happens to me during the race and can't move on, what should I do?
If it's an emergency: CALL 911 
If it's a really bad mechanical issue, or similar, call this number: 406-370-4573 & we will come rescue you.
******EACH RIDER WILL BE GIVEN A PIECE OF PAPER TO CARRY DURING THE RACE THAT HAS INSTRUCTIONS ON WHO TO CALL & WHEN, IN CASE OF EMERGENCY.
Will there be first aid stations on the course?
50 Mile Course:
  • 1 full Aid Station +
  • 1 partial aid stations
80 Mile Course:
  • 3 Full Aid Stations
  • 1 partial aid stations
100 Mile course
  • 4 Full Aid Stations
  • 1 Partial Aid Station
Can I ship my bike to this event?
Patagonia Bikes
  • Due to the small size of this shop, and limited storage space available, we are only accepting bike deliveries and pickups for bikes that are scheduled to be built up and/or broken down by our shop mechanic. We charge $75 for a bike build and a bike break down. We greatly appreciate your support!
  • Email us to schedule your bike build and/or breakdown, drop off and/or pick up. Thank you! Email: INFO@PATAGONIABIKESAZ.COM
  • Click here and visit Patagonia Bikes Website for more details

the STage Stop Inn 
  • iF​ you book a room for the weekend at the Stage Stop Inn, you are welcome to pre-ship your bike to the hotel!
    • Shipping address: 303 W McKeown Ave, Patagonia, AZ 85624
    • Please inform the Hotel Manager that you will be shipping your bike for The Spirit World 100. 
OTHERWISE....
  • Because it's such an off the beaten path location, We recommend that you fly - OR - Drive with your bike -OR- ship your bike to a shop in Tucson.
    • ​If you run into any issues regarding this, please contact us and we will do our best to accommodate you!
Will there be a mechanic available if something happens to my bike? 
There is one bike shop in town called Patagonia Bikes​
  • WHere will I find them?
    • They are located behind the Patagonia Lumber Company in the 'Shack in the back'
WHat food and hydration will be available during the race?
AID STATION GOODIES
  • Assorted ride fuel & hydration powders
  • Sweet and salty calories 
  • If you're picky, please bring your own food as our selection will be good but simple.
  • Water
If I can't make it after all, Can I exchange my entry with a Pal?
ABSOLUTELY! You can do so on Bikereg.com
Can I change my catEgory and/or distance? 
Yes! 
If I need to cancel, can I get a refund?
No.

WE understand life throws curveballs, and we will be sorry to miss you! 

Thank you for understanding!