Studio DRIFT

What an incredible weekend.

We had 172 participants attend Mile Zero this year (32% increase over last year), 50 bikes distributed local public school students, and a collective of thousands of miles ridden and run along the Crowley’s Ridge Gravel Trail.

This was a record attendance for one of our events and we cannot even begin to explain how incredible it feels to see so many people enjoying this place.

That’s what this weekend is about. Getting folks out here and building community that lasts even after the last bike has rolled out of town.

We’re grateful to everyone who made the trip and endlessly thankful for the people and partners who helped make Mile Zero happen:

The entire community of Helena–West Helena
Ecological Design Group
Ozark Foundation
The Ride Conway
Thrive Inc.
Mississippi River State Park

We’ll be back at it soon and until then stay tunned for all of the incredible things that are happening in the Delta! 🚴

Here is the 2026 route collection for Mile Zero:
RIDE - https://ridewithgps.com/collections/8396746
RUN/WALK - https://ridewithgps.com/collections/8396812

Big News: The Mile Zero Raffle Loot Has Landed!

Not only is the forecast shaping up to be legendary, but our friends at The Ride just dropped off a massive haul of raffle prizes that are going to make your gear closet very happy.

Whether you’re surfing Crowley's Ridge or exploring the cultural roots of Helena, you’ll want a ticket (or five) for these upgrades. Register now! https://www.bikereg.com/milezero

Fresh Rubber
Score a set of Vittoria Terreno DRY G2.0tires—the ultimate tool for the rolling terrain of Crowley’s Ridge.

Bikepacking Essentials
We’ve got Ortlieb Cockpit Packs, Rascal Belt Bags, and Wolf Tooth B-RAD mounting systems to help you dial in your setup for the long haul.

Hand-to-Hand Comfort
A full range of gloves to keep your hands happy.

Trail-Side Hero Gear
Park Tool Multi-Tools and Tubeless Kits, vests and thermal beanies, to keep you moving and comfortable out there.

How to Win
Every registration gets you a seat at the table, but you can "pay it forward" to the trail fund by snagging extra raffle tickets on https://givebutter.com/c/milezero

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A huge thanks to The Ride for fueling the stoke and supporting studioDRIFT’s mission to give back to the Delta by developing outdoor recreation infrastructure. Be sure to check out - Friends of Crowley's Ridge Gravel Trail

MILE ZERO Raising Funds To Support The Delta

We’re incredibly excited to have National Interscholastic Cycling Association Arkansas joining us at Mile Zero for a conversation about youth cycling and what it can do for communities like Helena!

What they’re doing fits naturally with our work here in the Delta. As we build projects like the Crowley’s Ridge Gravel Trail, they’re helping grow the next generation of riders who will use it.

📍 Saturday, April 11
🕦 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Main Stage / Community Hub — 415 Cherry St.

NICA works with students in grades 6–12, using mountain biking as a way to build confidence, community, and healthy habits that stick.

No one sits on the sidelines. It’s about showing up, trying something new, and building something that lasts.

If you’re around next weekend, come listen in and see what they’re doing across Arkansas! Register at https://www.bikereg.com/milezero