Unbound Gravel
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‘For the first time, American gravel racing is the place to be’ — YouTube series 'Call of a Life Time' premiers January 26
Now in its second season, Call of a Life Time chronicles all the action from the 2023 Life Time Grand Prix gravel racing series
By Kristin Jenny Published
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Beyond Unbound: Gravel Kansas launches a statewide gravel cycling network of routes, free of startlines and entry fees
LeLan Dains, one of co-founder of the famed Unbound Gravel, has been on a mission to showcase the best gravel cycling Kansas has to offer, free of start lines and entry fees.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Unbound Gravel destroyed my bike; a carbon repair shop gave it a second life
Are carbon bikes repairable? Often times, they are. Here's one editor's experience.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Researchers are studying 'The Spirit of Gravel' — no, really
Olympic mountain biker and Master's degree student Haley Smith is studying "the Spirit of Gravel", what draws people to this sport and the impact on their mental health and well-being.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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The Ultimate Gear Test: this bike and gear survived an epic edition of the Unbound XL
The Unbound XL is a true test of fitness, self-sufficiency, tenacity and equipment. Here’s how this rider's bike and gear fared after 352 miles of gravel, mud, rain and thunderstorms.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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I rode the 352-mile Unbound XL gravel race so you don't have to
Our North American Editor raced the 352-mile Unbound Gravel race and recounts her utterly Type 2 adventure.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Arduous conditions leave Unbound riders with broken bikes, and countless hours and thousands of dollars wasted. Is Unbound worth it?
‘Amateur riders deserve to have a better experience’ says pro Sofia Gomez Villafañe calling on the organizers for reroutes and more services
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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New Canyon Grail breaks cover at Unbound
Canyon Bicycles teased out their new Grail gravel bike at Unbound Gravel in June. The racey steed was ridden to victory in two events this weekend.
By Joe Baker Published
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Carolin Schiff makes huge solo effort to take victory at women's Unbound Gravel 200
German off-road pro takes a massive solo victory at gravel's premiere event, Unbound
By Henry Lord Last updated
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Keegan Swenson wins Unbound Gravel 200 men's race in tight sprint finish
200 miles of gravel, mud and grit comes down to a 7 man sprint
By Henry Lord Last updated
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Bikes of Unbound Gravel 2023: The rigs taking on the world's biggest gravel race
Custom bikes and the pinnacle of gravel tech was on full display in Emporia, Kansas, for the world's biggest gravel race, Unbound Gravel
By Henry Lord Published
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What is Unbound Gravel and who's racing the 'World's premier gravel event'
WorldTour roadies, track world champions and MTB Olympians joining thousands of participants, Unbound Gravel has grown to be the world's biggest gravel race.
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
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Unreleased Shimano GRX 12-speed groupset spotted at Unbound Gravel
The potentially new groupset was spotted on Taylor Lideen's bike before this Saturday's racing
By Joe Baker Published
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Lauren De Crescenzo to Laurens ten Dam: Five riders to watch at Unbound Gravel
Who you should look out for at this weekend's gravel extravaganza
By James Shrubsall Published
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Former Tour de France yellow jersey wearer to ride Unbound Gravel
Unbound 200 contestants will be joined by a gravel newcomer of note this year. Former Tour de France race leader Jan Bakelants is joining the fray.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Help, I'm doing Unbound Gravel! Last minute nutrition tips from pro endurance cyclists
Drink mixes, gel and pizza: how and what to consume when riding (ultra)long distances
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'I had visions of Tour de France type status' — an interview with Unbound's Co-Director Kristi Mohn
One of gravel's most influential people talks about the growth, diversity and the future of gravel racing
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Shimano unveils special edition Unbound gravel shoes
Shimano commemorates Kansas, the gravel monument and the Flint Hills with three special colorways of the RX 6 and RX8
By Henry Lord Published
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Unbound bike test: we pitted the Classified hub against some of the toughest conditions out there, and this is what happened
Last-minute tire swaps, the Classified Powershift system, dampening seatpost and gravel specific tape to survive the notoriously harsh endurance event, Unbound Gravel.
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
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'For most of my career, I had a lot of fear of coming out': Olympian Lea Davison now rides with pride at Unbound
Retired MTB pro Lea Davison talks about the struggles of coming out in the sport of cycling, and her advocacy work as she races the Life Time Grand Prix series
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
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‘Our American campaign couldn’t have gone better’: Ivar Slik ecstatic over Dutch gravel racing success
The ‘Dutch Mafia’ are shaking up the American gravel scene
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
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'Lower tire pressure, lower life pressure': gravel pros offer tips for first-time Unbound riders
Gravel pros Ian Boswell, Alison Tetrick, Alexey Vermeulen offer tips on bike tires, gear, nutrition and mindset
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
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Peanut Butter mud, the bottom of the barrel and some third-time charm at Unbound Gravel
Peanut Butter mud, the bottom of the barrel and some third-time charm. Jacob Rathe reports from his Unbound Gravel Race.
By Jacob Rathe Published
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Dutchman Ivar Slik becomes first non-American Unbound 200 winner
Slik wins in sprint ahead of Swenson, Boswell
By Clara Beard Last updated
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Bikes of Unbound Gravel: what racers are riding for 8+ hours on rough gravel
Bikes of Unbound Gravel: bikes spotted before the race. What people are riding for 8+ hours on rough gravel
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
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Riding inside a moving vehicle: Amber Neben's unique Unbound warm-up ride
'I always like to find a way to move' says the American. Even while going 75mph on the highway.
By Anne-Marije Rook Last updated
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Peter Sagan to ride Unbound Gravel
Three-time World Champion and teammate Daniel Oss to ride the 100-mile gravel race in Kansas on June 4th
By Anne-Marije Rook Published