Old Southwest Highway

Race Overview: A race coming up on 03/04/2026 in Tupelo, MS. Get all the nerdy details below or follow the sign up links to secure your spot today!
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Race data last checked: 2025-11-24

Race Overview:

Straight out of the home of the King of Rick and Roll comes this hidden gem.  With an Olympic Size pool, quiet roads, flowing trails, and great weather this is a spring training paradise.

INCLUDES
– 4 Nights Accomodations
– 4 Dinners of Classic Southern Food
– 3 Lunches
– Transport from Nashville to Start in New Albany
– Roving Sag
– Ride Leaders max 6:1 ratio
– Aide Stations stocked with sports drinks, Gels, Bars, Cola, & Water

ITINERARY

March 4
2pm or 7pm – Meet at Trace Bike Shop for Transport to New Albany
(4 hour Van ride with 1 bathroom stop)

March 5
Start the day riding South on the Old Gulf & Ship Island railbed.  After 40 miles stop for a decadent brunch.  Then remount and join the Natchez trace for a 45 mile ride to Tupelo.
(Shorter ride option will be to only ride the 2nd ride)

March 6
The day begins with a trip to Elvis Presley's birth place. Then it is on to 2 wheels Alabama bound for an 85 mile day.  The day ends rollng along the Tennessee River delta.
(Shorter ride option of 50 miles)

March 7
Rolling into Tennessee the roads become tree lined and rolling.  The day is 60 miles and ends with fireside cooking.

March 8
All eyes are set counting down to the 440 mile marker post which signifies the end of the day.  It is a 65 mile day and most riders are done and on the road home, or headed to the airport, by 1pm.

Full details available at FASTENDURANCE.com/natchez

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