The Master Bike Builders Show concluded its first show, September 16-17, with an overwhelmingly positive result. Exhibitors and the passionate Bentonville cycling public alike were thrilled with the unique builds, and the friendly and laidback atmosphere of the show. The handmade bike builder exhibitors were thrilled to have quality time with the public, answering questions, and discussing the fine details of their builds.
The Show ran Saturday and Sunday from 9 am-5 pm at an outdoor park venue located directly across the street from one of the busiest trailheads in Bentonville! In addition, the Women of Oz Summits participants (300) regularly passed by in large ride groups on their way to trail rides and many visited the Show later in the day. An added element of a small Vintage Mountain Bike exhibit was also extremely popular and hopes are to expand next year. It is estimated that 800 +/- people visited the venue to view the beautiful handmade bicycles shown by our exhibitors.
Mountain Bike Hall of Famer, Zapata Espinoza, dug deep with recorded interviews of each of the builders. Stay tuned for our next newsletter releasing the interviews.
The Master Bike Builders Show is already receiving inquiries for an expanded 2024 show. The late September dates are to be announced soon.
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