Unbound Gravel

The Unbound 200 champ says that a pro woman's experience in gravel is dictated by her efforts in relation to men, not the other women competitors.

'The Argentinian’s endurance is one of the most impressive performances I’ve ever seen,' says Nehr.

The 26-year-old's persistence is paying off.

A self-described minimalist, even I had to put some thought into my gear choices for such an epic endeavor.

Diving into the data numbers from Keegan Swenson, Peter Stetina, and Laurens ten Dam.

'After that I tried clawing back again, and I was making up ground, and then we got to that crazy mud section and that was insane,' says 2021 winner.

Ineos Grenadiers rider Cameron Wurf learned valuable lessons about Unbound Gravel and the US gravel cycling scene.

'I made myself angry and I came back. I think it’s the biggest ride of my life. I’m proud that I’m still in the mix,' Dutch rider says after finishing fourth.

Lauren De Crescenzo comes home in second after a valiant performance.

An incredible race through the rain, mud and gravel as Swenson and Boswell complete the podium.

Cynthia Frazier wins Unbound XL women's race.

Police say Gregory Bachman, 61, was struck and killed by a driver on the eve of Unbound Gravel.

The defending champion at Unbound Gravel says knowing too much can be a detriment at Unbound Gravel.

The reigning U.S. road champion steps up to Unbound Gravel's 200-mile distance after winning the 100-mile race twice in a row.

The Dutch legend wants to race hard, drink beer, and have fun at Unbound Gravel—in that order.

Riders pedaled silently into the Kansas countryside Friday morning to honor Moriah Wilson and to try to process her tragic death.

The former champ of the race will guide a pace group to finish before sunset, raising money for Emporia's local NICA chapter.

Some testing is better than no testing, but as gravel expands and the incentives increase so do the anti-doping measures.

Course changes forced upon organizers with the XL and 200-mile events altered.

'I just enjoy riding and that’s why I want to keep doing it'.

Advice on the big event from XL veterans Taylor Lideen, Lael Wilcox, Amanda Nauman, Yuri Hauswald, and Bobby Wintle

There's a new gang in town and they're ready to leave their mark on the US gravel scene.

The federal anti-doping agency will test three random men and three random women who are part of the Life Time Grand Prix series.

Anything can and does happen during 200 miles. Here are 10 riders to follow at the front of Saturday's race.

Live stream will feature 12 cameras, including roaming cams, moto cams and drones.

'I can't wait to be in Emporia for some serious fun with the thousands of other participants,' says three-time world champion.

An incredibly deep field with one notable absence.

Some 9,703ft of climbing on tap for the Unbound Gravel 200, with a significant water crossing at mile 27.

'First and foremost I don’t want to miss the birth of my son,' two-time winner tells VeloNews.

Three-time world road race champion is participating in his first gravel event.

Boswell will be back to defend his title, but he also wants everyone out there to enjoy the ride.

If the current situation is any indication, then the answer is a resounding 'yes.'

The former rowing world champion says he wants to take gravel seriously. "But at the same time, I don't want to take it or myself too seriously. A whole lot of people are doing this as recreation; this is their outlet."

Adventure racing star says the field is deeper at a race like Strade Bianche, but said Unbound adds a new dimension to racing.

While not a brick and mortar museum yet, the project will honor the pioneers of the discipline, as nominated by members of the gravel community.

The June 4, 2022 Kansas gravel event features six distances, from 25 to 350 miles.

The points-based series to include six Life Time events, including the 200-mile Unbound Gravel and the Leadville Trail 100.

WorldTour pro looks to return to Unbound after crashing out in opening hours of this year's race, also plans to race Leadville, SBT GRVL.

There is a gap between gravel's written and unwritten rules, and women's racing is caught in the crossfire.

The annual cycling festival joins Life Time's expanding portfolio of endurance sporting events.

Ian Boswell has received racing offers after winning Unbound Gravel, but a return to full-time cycling presents a difficult decision.

Unbound Gravel champ Ian Boswell sees himself as a cycling ambassador at Kenya's Migration Gravel Race, where many riders hail from Africa.

In 2020 Unbound Gravel formed a relationship with the Major Taylor Club of Kansas City, and for 2021 65 club members participated in the event.

We dive into the power numbers of Lauren De Crescenzo from the 2021 Unbound Gravel.

Unbound Gravel dishes out plenty of physical pain. The mental pain is just as tough, as riders must overcome the urge to quit.

From chamois pads on my hands to the world's fastest socks, and from cups of pickle juice to gallons of hydration mix, here's what worked and what didn't.

'It was so appreciated, being able to show up at this huge event, knowing on some level that I was seen.'

Cramping eyelids, brutal headwinds, unforgiving rocks, and racing with honor. Unbound Gravel delivered!

We were at the finish line at Unbound Gravel to speak to riders after they completed the 206-mile journey. Here's what they had to say:

I finished 30th with just a single flat. Here I rate each piece of gear used, plus list what I'm thinking of bringing next year.

Robin Carpenter replays his debut at Unbound Gravel, which saw him learn some important lessons across 206 miles of wind and gravel.

Make a plan, keep it simple, and thoroughly over-communicate it.

We dive into the power numbers of Ian Boswell from the Unbound Gravel 200.

Here's what Amity Rockwell, Peter Stetina, Lael Wilcox, Ted King and others had to say after finishing Unbound Gravel.

Boswell won Unbound Gravel, arms aloft, with a visual symbol of transgender support on his forearm.

Lauren De Crescenzo overcame early setbacks to win Unbound Gravel.

Ian Boswell came into Unbound Gravel with no expectations. He leaves the event as the men's 200-mile champion.

Stephen Hyde has a new outlook on bike racing after the birth of his daughter.

Stephens repeated her victory from 2019 after attacking into a section of double-track 25 miles into the race.

Low rolling resistance meets 'superior puncture protection' in new 40 and 45mm tubeless tires, Schwalbe claims.

We catch up with the reigning champ of Unbound Gravel on the eve of the 2021 race.

Emily Newsom is on the short list to win Unbound Gravel. Newsom is also a mom, a classically trained pianist, and perhaps the USA's most interesting pro cyclist.