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2026 East Texas Showdown

eventMarch 27-29, 2026
location_onPoint Blank, TX

Weather at a Glance

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Temperature
55°F - 74°F
Feels like 56°F - 74°F
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Precipitation
33% chance
0.00 in
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Wind
6 mph SE
Gusts to 18 mph
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UV Index
6
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Minute-by-minute wind, rain, and temperature along your route.

Routes

Friday, March 27

ETS 2026 Lowdown Route Forecast

straighten161 mi
trending_up4547 ft
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schedule

Temperature

1:00 PM7:00 PM586062646668586062646668
Temperature (°F)
Feels Like (°F)

Precipitation

1:00 PM7:00 PM0102030405060708090100Very LightLightModerateHeavyVery Heavy
Probability (%)
Intensity

Wind

1:00 PM7:00 PM0246810121402468101214
Wind Speed (mph)
Gusts (mph)

Wind Direction

Route map + wind
5 mph SSE Gusts to 14 mph
Interactive map loading

ETS 2026 Slowdown Route Forecast

straighten274 mi
trending_up10217 ft
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schedule

Temperature

1:00 PM7:00 PM1:00 AM586062646668586062646668
Temperature (°F)
Feels Like (°F)

Precipitation

1:00 PM7:00 PM1:00 AM0102030405060708090100Very LightLightModerateHeavyVery Heavy
Probability (%)
Intensity

Wind

1:00 PM7:00 PM1:00 AM02468101214160246810121416
Wind Speed (mph)
Gusts (mph)

Wind Direction

Route map + wind
5 mph E Gusts to 15 mph
Interactive map loading

ETS 2026 Showdown Route Forecast

straighten393 mi
trending_up15230 ft
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schedule

Temperature

7:00 PM7:00 AM5658606264666856586062646668
Temperature (°F)
Feels Like (°F)

Precipitation

7:00 PM7:00 AM0102030405060708090100Very LightLightModerateHeavyVery Heavy
Probability (%)
Intensity

Wind

7:00 PM7:00 AM0246810121402468101214
Wind Speed (mph)
Gusts (mph)

Wind Direction

Route map + wind
4 mph E Gusts to 14 mph
Interactive map loading

Sunday, March 29

ETS 2026 - Gravél Throwdown 42.0 Route Forecast

straighten42 mi
trending_up1161 ft
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schedule

Temperature

8:00 AM9:00 AM10:00 AM606264666870606264666870
Temperature (°F)
Feels Like (°F)

Precipitation

8:00 AM9:00 AM10:00 AM0102030405060708090100Very LightLightModerateHeavyVery Heavy
Probability (%)
Intensity

Wind

8:00 AM9:00 AM10:00 AM024681012141618024681012141618
Wind Speed (mph)
Gusts (mph)

Wind Direction

Route map + wind
7 mph SSE Gusts to 17 mph
Interactive map loading

ETS 2026 - Gravél Throwdown 69 Route Forecast

straighten66 mi
trending_up2205 ft
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schedule

Temperature

9:00 AM11:00 AM6264666870727462646668707274
Temperature (°F)
Feels Like (°F)

Precipitation

9:00 AM11:00 AM0102030405060708090100Very LightLightModerateHeavyVery Heavy
Probability (%)
Intensity

Wind

9:00 AM11:00 AM024681012141618024681012141618
Wind Speed (mph)
Gusts (mph)

Wind Direction

Route map + wind
7 mph SSE Gusts to 18 mph
Interactive map loading

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Details

2026 East Texas Showdown is a bikepacking, gravel, ultra cycling cycling event in Point Blank, TX on March 27-29, 2026. Visit the official website for event details, or register on the registration page.

On Friday, March 27: the ETS 2026 Lowdown (161 mi, 4547 ft elevation gain), the ETS 2026 Slowdown (274 mi, 10217 ft elevation gain), and the ETS 2026 Showdown (393 mi, 15230 ft elevation gain). On Sunday, March 29: the ETS 2026 - Gravél Throwdown 42.0 (42 mi, 1161 ft elevation gain) and the ETS 2026 - Gravél Throwdown 69 (66 mi, 2205 ft elevation gain). Check the route-specific weather forecasts above to plan your ride.

The Texas Showdown Series (ETS) is a self-supported endurance cycling event built around adventure, resilience, and exploration. As the original event within the Texas Showdown Series, ETS set the tone for challenging routes across remote backroads and rugged terrain, where navigation, strategy, and self-reliance are essential. Designed for riders who value grit, community, and the spirit of the outdoors, ETS delivers a true adventure-style racing experience.

Start times and routes can change. Be sure to verify the date, start time, route, and other details with the event organizers.

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