2018 RAT 1000

321 Texas Blvd
Texarkana, TX 75501

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Event Description

More details soon. At this time we are only accepting registrations for self supported entries for the full distance and the 1000 mile stage race. Soon we will be adding categories for the RAT 1000 non competitive supported and the Mini RAT options. ***IMPORTANT*** Team Spinistry membership waives the registration fee for Self Supported entries until 7/1/18. 

Group Departure will be from New Boston, TX the morning of 10/6. Group Departure riders will do the Texarkana to New Boston segment on their own schedule to make the group start. Overnight camping will be available in New Boston on 10/5 as well as in Paris, TX on 10/6.

Details for 1000 mile stage race, support options and Mini RAT options will be posted by 7/1/18.

Please visit the Facebook discussion page for the most current info. https://www.facebook.com/groups/rat1000/

The RAT 1000 is a 1000 mile ride across Texas primarily utilizing dirt and gravel roads. The route also touches the states of Arkansas, Oklahoma and New Mexico. Resupply is rarely more than 50 miles away at any point and the route is designed to swing through towns/amenities as often as practical. Numerous state parks and other recreational sites are along and very near to the route. Riders are welcome to camp or hotel or whatever combination they prefer along the way.

Category Descriptions:

Self Supported ITT - Individual Time Trials can be attempted at any time. Options include East to West and West to East. Live tracking is a requirement to log an official time. This format essentially follows "Tour Divide" type rules. No outside assistance allowed unless available to all who attempt the route. The clock is always running until the route is completed. Free for Team Spinistry members. 

Self Supported Group Departure - Same rules as ITT but with a specific start time with our once a year Group Departure. 10/6 Overnight in Paris, TX is included and allowed for this group without penalty for outside assistance. Self Supported Group Departure riders also have the option to start on Friday and overnight with the supported riders in New Boston if they aren't "racing". Racers looking for an official time will start from Texarkana, AR Saturday, 10/6. Free for Team Spinistry members until 7/1/18, 50% off after 7/1. This includes both the Full and Mini RAT Self Supported options.

Semi Supported Stage Race - Classic, multi day stage format like Tour de France. Each day will be a specific segment (around 125 miles) and the clock only runs until the day's segment is completed. Best cumulative time for all segments wins. We will transport racers' gear from segment to segment but riders are responsible for making arrangements for overnights and meals. We will end each stage at a camping area (TBD). Team Spinistry members save 50%.

Semi Supported Mini RAT - Don't have a week+ to devote to a ride this time around? We've got you covered and we'll carry your gear for you! Tag along with the stage racers for the first few days and get back to work on Tuesday. Enjoy the overnight festivities in New Boston, Paris and Stop 3 (TBD). If you prefer to ride self supported and on your own schedule just go ahead and sign up for the full RAT and ride whatever distance works best for you. Team Spinistry members save 50%.

Self Supported Tiny RAT - Can't get away for more than a weekend? This one's for you. Looped route starts and finishes close to DFW so you you don't have to make shuttle arrangements. Meet the group for overnight in Paris on Saturday night and ride back to the car on Sunday. This is a fantastic intro to bikepacking and FREE for Team Spinistry members!


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