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The Unofficial Gravel World Championship.

It’s the spirit that 4,000 riders bring with them to the Flint Hills of Kansas for one weekend each spring; the spirit of an event that began with 34 participants in 2006 and now stands as the the unofficial gravel world championship.



Those who are unbound embrace life without limits or restrictions. The word owns many definitions and derivations, but each one ultimately reaches the same finish line.

To be unbound is to be free.

About Unbound

Unbound Gravel, formerly Dirty Kanza, is a premier annual gravel cycling race in Kansas' Flint Hills. Known for its challenging terrain and scenic routes, it draws thousands of riders worldwide, eager to test their endurance and skills across unpaved, rugged roads. Since 2006, it has evolved from a grassroots event to a prestigious race in the gravel cycling community.
The race offers various distances, ranging from 40 to 560km, catering to a wide range of cyclists from amateur enthusiasts to professional athletes. With its combination of natural beauty, Unbound Gravel is not just a race, but a celebration of adventure and the spirit of gravel cycling.

About Unbound

Unbound Gravel, formerly Dirty Kanza, is a premier annual gravel cycling race in Kansas' Flint Hills. Known for its challenging terrain and scenic routes, it draws thousands of riders worldwide, eager to test their endurance and skills across unpaved, rugged roads. Since 2006, it has evolved from a grassroots event to a prestigious race in the gravel cycling community.
The race offers various distances, ranging from 40 to 560km, catering to a wide range of cyclists from amateur enthusiasts to professional athletes. With its combination of natural beauty, Unbound Gravel is not just a race, but a celebration of adventure and the spirit of gravel cycling.

Go Off-Road

Explore gravel bike. A collection designed for range of motion and unlimited exploring of the backcountry.

Go Off-Road

Explore gravel bike. A collection designed for range of motion and unlimited exploring of the backcountry.

Unbound Gravel XL

The Unbound Gravel XL is the most extreme endurance event within the renowned Unbound Gravel race series, offering one of the biggest challenges in gravel cycling. Spanning an epic 350 miles through the rugged Flint Hills of Kansas, the XL is designed for the most resilient cyclists. Participants must navigate the remote, unpaved roads with minimal support, tackling relentless hills and isolation of the Kansas prairie.
The Unbound Gravel XL is more than just a race; it's a monumental test of endurance, perseverance, and the adventurous spirit that defines gravel cycling at its core.

Our rider Sebastian Breuer is competing in the 2024 edition this year.

Meet Sebastian

Unbound Gravel XL

The Unbound Gravel XL is the most extreme endurance event within the renowned Unbound Gravel race series, offering one of the biggest challenges in gravel cycling. Spanning an epic 350 miles through the rugged Flint Hills of Kansas, the XL is designed for the most resilient cyclists. Participants must navigate the remote, unpaved roads with minimal support, tackling relentless hills and isolation of the Kansas prairie.
The Unbound Gravel XL is more than just a race; it's a monumental test of endurance, perseverance, and the adventurous spirit that defines gravel cycling at its core.

Our rider Sebastian Breuer is competing in the 2024 edition this year.

Meet Sebastian

Every year Unbound captivates thousands of starters worldwide and makes dreams come true or shattered by the sharp shotgun stones. Whoever prevails here is a legend.

— Sebastian Breuer

The Unbound Gravel 200 Miles

The Unbound Gravel 200-mile race is the flagship event of the Unbound Gravel series, drawing cyclists from around the globe to Kansas for an unparalleled gravel racing experience.
Covering 200 miles of the rugged and scenic Flint Hills, this race challenges all types of participants with its demanding terrain, unpredictable weather, and distance. Riders navigate through a mix of rolling hills, rough gravel roads, and remote countryside, testing their endurance and mental toughness. The Unbound Gravel 200-mile race stands as a true testament to the resilience and determination of the gravel cyclists.

PAS Racing Team will be competing in this years’ edition.

The Unbound Gravel 200 Miles

The Unbound Gravel 200-mile race is the flagship event of the Unbound Gravel series, drawing cyclists from around the globe to Kansas for an unparalleled gravel racing experience.
Covering 200 miles of the rugged and scenic Flint Hills, this race challenges all types of participants with its demanding terrain, unpredictable weather, and distance. Riders navigate through a mix of rolling hills, rough gravel roads, and remote countryside, testing their endurance and mental toughness. The Unbound Gravel 200-mile race stands as a true testament to the resilience and determination of the gravel cyclists.

PAS Racing Team will be competing in this years’ edition.

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