Prickly Pedal

This is what it’s all about.

Quiet desert singletrack and the kind of riding that pulls you fully into the moment.

Days like today really feel like you are pedaling through paradise!

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The inaugural Prickly Pedal 10M Trail Run is officially underway! 🌵

Starting and finishing on the shores of Lake Pleasant, runners will be treated to 10 miles of rugged and beautiful Sonoran Singletrack, all within Lake Pleasant Regional Park!

Runners are out on course soaking up the incredible weather and stunning desert views!

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The beauty of the Sonoran Desert is truly unmatched. 🏜️🌵

Riders are in making their way through the early miles of the 2026 Prickly Pedal navigating the beautiful singletrack as they wind through towering saguaros.

This 36-mile adventure is shaping up to be a day in the saddle these riders will never forget.



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🌵 Prickly Pedal MTB is back — February 1st! 🚵‍♂️

Choose your adventure: a 36-mile or 15-mile point-to-point ride through stunning Sonoran Desert scenery, both ending at the ultimate finish line party at Lake Pleasant! 🎉☀️

Expect perfect weather, an awesome vibe, and a trail-loving community. Best part? 100% of proceeds support the Maricopa Trail — the very trail you’re shredding! 🙌

Don’t miss this desert classic. Link in bio to learn more!

Attention racers! 🚨
Your gorgeous race photos taken by and are ready!

Find yours at the link provided below.

Great work out there, riders, and thank you once again for supporting the fabulous Maricopa Trail! 🌱 🚲

https://photos.aravaiparunning.com/pricklypedal25

🚨 Online registration closes TONIGHT at midnight for this Sunday’s Prickly Pedal! 🚵‍♀️✨

Adventure is calling on the Maricopa Trail! 🌵 Kick off 2025 with an unforgettable ride featuring stunning singletrack and a post-ride celebration by the shores of Lake Pleasant.

Every mile you ride helps support the trails you love, with all proceeds benefiting . 💚

🎯 Choose your challenge:
➡️ Classic 36-mile route
➡️ All-new 15-mile ride

Join us for a day of adventure, community, and giving back. Don’t wait—secure your spot now!

📅 Event Date: THIS Sunday, January 19th
📲 Register at the link below before midnight tonight.

Let’s ride through paradise together! 🏞️🚴‍♂️

https://aravaiparides.com/prickly-pedal-rides/

🚵‍♂️ Get ready for the Prickly Pedal!

🌵 This epic ride takes you across the stunning singletrack of the Maricopa Trail, finishing with a celebration on the shores of Lake Pleasant. Every mile you ride helps support the trails you love, with all proceeds benefiting !

Choose your adventure:
🚴 36 Miles
📍 Point-to-point: Cave Creek to Lake Pleasant
🌟 Varied terrain, flowing trails, and epic views!

🚵‍♀️ 15 Miles
📍 Point-to-point: Pioneer Living History Museum to Lake Pleasant
🌟 A less technical route, perfect for beginners!

Join us on January 19th for a day of adventure, community, and giving back.
Hit the link below for details, and help keep the Maricopa Trail incredible—because that’s the trail you’ll be riding on! 🙌

🌵👉⛵ See you out there!

https://pricklypedal.com/

2025 Prickly Pedal registration is OPEN!

MTBers…mark your calendars for January 19, 2025 for next year’s Prickly Pedal!

Registration is now open for this epic 36 mile ride from Cave Creek to Lake Pleasant on the marvelous, Maricopa Trail.
This event not only showcases the diversity and beauty of the Maricopa Trail but it supports the Maricopa Trail and Park Foundation, with each dollar of race revenue going back into the care of the trail.
Aggressive ascents and descents, grinding it out on the flats, rocks, water, sand, mud, and roller coaster runs are all part of the fun of this challenging ride, and of course the festive post race party at the lake. 🎉

Head to the link below to learn more and plan now to join the fun at the 2025 edition of Prickly Pedal!

https://www.bikereg.com/64451

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Prickly Pedal riders, say cheese! 📸

Your photos taken by the talented are ready!

Pedal on down to the link below to view yours now.

We hope you enjoyed the return of Prickly Pedal MTB and can’t wait until next year.
Be sure to give a follow on Instagram and Facebook to stay updated on all things Prickly Pedal 🗞️

Great work, riders!

https://photos.aravaiparunning.com/pricklypedal24