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Garmin UNBOUND Gravel

June 3, 2023

Garmin UNBOUND Gravel

Emporia, KS, USA · Life Time Athletic Events

25 mi50 mi100 mi200 mi350 mi

About this event


Garmin UNBOUND Gravel presented by Craft Sportswear was founded in 2006 at a time when gravel grinding was just beginning to catch the interest of the endurance cycling community. Inspired by some of the early gravel grinder events, our event founders knew that the beauty of the region is best explored on two wheels, and with that, the 200 mile “race” took shape. Our event resides in a region of Kansas called the Flint Hills, and cyclists around the globe have transcended upon our roads to tackle the hilly, tire-shredding, sun-baked gravel we’re infamous for.
Initially, we had no idea just how much this whole gravel grinding thing would grow. And honestly, it wasn’t what motivated us. What drives our team is providing life-enriching experiences and as this event has grown, so have we. 

Routes

25 Mile

25 mi · 75% gravel · $40 entry

Leave the triple-digit distances to the sadists and join us for 25 beautiful miles of famous Flint Hills gravel. The Garmin UNBOUND Gravel 25 will take you on a journey through some of the most stunning gravel roads we have to offer before returning to the cheering fans in Downtown Emporia. 

Junior

50 mi · 75% gravel · $80 entry

This is the startline for all those up-and-comers to gravel. Fully supported and a lot of fun, the Junior’s races encompass some roads and provide an amazing finish line experience. 50- and 100-mile distances.

50 Mile

50 mi · 75% gravel · $80 entry

You don’t have to ride 200 miles to experience the world-class gravel that the Flint Hills have to offer. Challenge yourself to 50 scenic miles along the prairies, grassland and rolling hills outside of Emporia. The Garmin UNBOUND Gravel 50 packs all the beauty of the longer distances into a more condensed route that will leave you feeling tall and proud as you cross the finish line in downtown Emporia.

100 Mile

100 mi · 75% gravel · $190 entry

Added to the event line up as a “stepping stone” to our 200 mile main stage event, the 100 quickly became a race in and of itself. Perfect for those looking for a long day in the saddle, all the challenges of Flint Hills gravel goodness, and just a bit less pain. You will enjoy a solid day of racing and riding and all back in time for enjoying some finish line festivities. Make no mistake, this isn’t all glory – there are plenty of guts needed for this 100 mile jaunt.

200 Mile

200 mi · 75% gravel · $290 entry

From the moment you feel the crunch of the Flint Hills gravel under your tires, you’ll know you’re in a special place. The Garmin UNBOUND Gravel 200 is the marquee event that has earned Emporia, Kansas the name Gravel City, USA.
This event will bring to life that indomitable spirit that lives within each and every one of you. Along your 200 mile journey, you’ll travel to the furthest depths of your psyche and unravel the reasons behind why it is you’re here in the first place.
So many challenges will be thrown at you during your day in the saddle, and the UNBOUND Gravel 200 gives you all the opportunities to find just what you are made of. As you work through the beautiful journey through the Kansas Prairie, we know for certain that you’ll be a different person when you cross that finish line. And we will be there to welcome you home.
Join us. Become, UNBOUND.

XL

350 mi · 75% gravel · $250 entry

While our 200 sets the stage for the big events of the weekend, the Garmin UNBOUND Gravel XL offers up that solo pursuit you just may be looking for. The UNBOUND Gravel XL stands in a class of its own. This self supported journey through the Flint Hills presents an unparalleled challenge of your body, mind and spirit. If your penchant for pain is matched only by your sense of adventure you’re in the right company.
Over the course of 350 miles, you’ll challenge yourself, you’ll inspire yourself, hell, you’ll downright hate yourself. But you got here for a reason and your potential knows no boundary.
Each and every person that joins us on the start line of the UNBOUND Gravel XL has a reason for being here.
What’s yours?

Registration

Opens
January 5, 2023
Deadline
January 20, 2023
On-site registration
No

Volunteer info

https://www.unboundgravel.com/volunteer/

Lodging

https://www.unboundgravel.com/emporia-lodging/

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Event organizer

Life Time Athletic Events

With 30+ events nationwide, we provide premium experiences designed to highlight and fulfill your training at any level. Life Time Members receive early access registration and guaranteed entry in Athletic Events lotteries after six months of membership.

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