View of the Masterpiece, a bike trail that is also a large piece of art.

Can someone turn the A/C on? It’s heating up in Arkansas for the summer, and OZ Trails would like to remind you to take care of yourself before, during, and after your rides or trail runs.

Tips for before your ride/run:

  • Drink water leading up to your ride so you’re hydrated beforehand
  • Avoid alcohol, even the night before
  • Research and plan: make sure there will be somewhere to refill your water if you’re going for a longer ride, and/or bring extra full bottles

A purple mountain bike leans against a tree trunk with an OZ Trails signed pinned on it.Tips for during your ride/run:

  • Set up reminders on your phone, smart watch or bike computer to drink every 15 minutes to stay ahead of your hydration
  • Keep cool by filling panty hose with ice and keeping it in your jersey
  • Consider wearing ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) clothing, including helmet brims that keep the sun off your neck
  • Wear sunglasses that block damaging UV rays
  • Ride/run early in the morning or in the evening to avoid peak heat
  • Bring a combination of water and electrolytes on your ride/run
  • Take breaks in the shade to help cool off
  • Take advantage of creeks, lakes, and other bodies of water on your route. A mid-workout dip in the cold creek feels magical
  • Know the warning signs of heat exhaustion/heat stroke

View of a dirt trail with grass surrounding the trail and a bright blue sky.

Tips for after your ride/run:

  • Include a cool-down in your workout instead of fully stopping after maximum exertion
  • Cool off in the shade and rehydrate with water and electrolytes

 

This is not official medical advice.

 

OZ Trails community,

When I think about where this started, trail builders like Dave Renko, Nathan Woodruff, and Don West from the early days come to mind. They strengthened my belief in the power of trails and in Arkansas becoming one of the great places in the world to ride. It started simply: a few hand-built trails, a lot of conviction, and a community willing to put in the effort to create something special.

OZ Trails was never just about bikes. It was about building a way of life around the outdoors — a place where families spend more time together, where people find clarity away from screens, and where visitors feel welcome. It proves that something world class can still feel local, personal, and rooted in the land.

For years, we dreamed about this park. We walked the land, studied what it could become, and kept coming back to the same idea: Northwest Arkansas deserved a bike park that matched the ambition of this community.

Now, we’ve built it.

OZ Trails Bike Park is where so much of that work comes together. It was created with trail builders who treat their work like a craft, supported by bike patrol so riders can feel confident, and shaped by a team that cares about the experience from the moment you arrive. I've been riding the park throughout development, and I finish every ride believing it will change how people progress and connect with each other.

Founding Membership is an invitation to the people who get it — the riders who know what time on trail does for you: clearing your head, building confidence, finding your people, and feeling a sense of pride in the place you ride. We want you here from day one. Membership is more than access. It helps set the tone for what this park becomes. The first members should be people who care about the culture, who welcome others in, and who believe this place can keep growing into something truly special.

As a father, I often think about watching my kids progress on these trails — starting on green, moving to blue, and then deciding they’re ready for black. It’s part of why we built this place the way we did — so families can show up, everyone has something to ride, and they can keep building the skills to take the next step.

Alongside Founding Membership, we’re also launching a Founding Family Membership for those who want to share this with the people they love.

Our Founding Memberships open today.

Come ride it. This place was built for you.

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