Jackie Tyson

What keeps members of an elite rider's support crew from sleeping the night before racing in Emporia? Rain and mud. We spoke to mechanics for riders like Alexey Vermeulen and Carolin Schiff to find out more about their critical role

Gravel Cycling Hall of Famer returns for 13th time and sets new target with start at back of the field

Former road professional says the 200+ mile event will 'be a big test of endurance but you never know – hopefully I can do well'

An inventory of crashes, mechanicals and course chaos impacting top riders at 2026 Unbound Gravel

Tour Divide record holder hours ahead of other finishers

Beers, Kongstad in podium positions

A second title for the 2022 winner, with Specialized Off-road teammate Geerike Schreurs second

Unbound Gravel 2026

2023 champion finishes fifth after linking up with road pro and Unbound debutant Emil Herzog for final run to Emporia

Rider from New Zealand said his eyes suffered the most with ride that had its rewards – tenth place and a solid points haul in Life Time Grand Prix