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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini RAT Group Depart | Gravel | Oct 10, 20266:00 AM | Free | 75 |
| RAT 1000 Mile Gravel Stage Party | Gravel | Oct 10, 20266:00 AM | Free | 75 |
| RAT 1000 Solo Self Supported Any Schedule | Bike Ride | Oct 10, 20266:00 AM | Free | – |
| Titanium Member Semi Supported Stage Party Includes Camping and Gear Shuttle on 9 Day Stage Schedule - Does NOT Include Transportation | – | Oct 10, 20266:00 AM | Free | – |
| Group Depart RAT 1000 ITT Solo Self Supported With Live Tracking and Official Time (for the competitive types)Virtual | Ultra | Oct 10, 20266:00 AM | Free | 75 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Online registration closes Oct 8, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:15 AM, and the Mini RAT Group Depart starts at 6:00 AM.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
500 N State Line Ave, Texarkana, AR 71854
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 62°F at dawn to 84°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 11% of days. Cold snaps dip to 53°F and hot years reach 89°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of 2026 RAT 1000 and Mini RAT cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
Please be aware that there are numerous RAT finishers prior to the "Permanent" 1000 mile route established in 2018. There have also been stage race finishers with approved reroutes due to inclement weather as well as 1000 mile "mud crew"…
Rules and FAQ
Is transportation provided? No, riders are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from their Start/Finish locations. Amtrak does provide service to Texarkana. Again, this is intended to be a Tour Divide (and other Epic…
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