2026-ARPA Bike Tour-Chaffee Crossing-10.14.2026
2026-ARPA Bike Tour-Chaffee Crossing-10.14.2026
Join us for a fun and informative ride along the Chaffee Crossing trail system in Fort Smith. Our ride will explore trail design, trail amenities and various open spaces and parks. The ride will be ~7.5 miles in length at a 9-10 MPH pace with frequent stops to learn and discuss.
The route is mostly side paths and trails, with a small stretch on bike routes / residential streets. Some of the highlights along the way include The Hub (mixed-use / trail adjacent development), Torraine Lake, and Ben Geren County Park. The ride will be hosted by the Crafton Tull/Laneshift team and include a special guest, Michael Mings the City of Fort Smith’s mobility coordinator.
Bikes:
The first 13 participants to sign up will be provided a Laneshift ebike and helmet, if desired.
All other participants will provide their own bike and helmet.
You are welcome to bring your own bike if you would like, just let us know.
Transportation to Chaffee Crossing:
All participants will be responsible for transportation to and from Chaffee Crossing
Meet up location- AR Colleges of Health Education-Celebration Garden: 1531 Loretta Parker Ln, Barling, AR 72923
Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time: 1pm-4pm
Hydration:
All participants will be responsible to bring their own water bottle or hydration pack. Laneshift will have Ice water available before and after the ride.
After the ride:
The group will convene at a local restaurant in Chaffee Crossing just after the ride to enjoy a drink and a snack. First drink provided with registration.
