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May 29, 2026

A League of Its Own

The Life Time UNBOUND Gravel XL presented by Shimano is that solo pursuit you’ve been looking for. This self-supported, overnight journey through the Flint Hills presents an unparalleled challenge to your body, mind and spirit. If your penchant for pain is matched only by your sense of adventure, you’ll be in good company.

Over the course of ~350 miles, you’ll challenge yourself, inspire yourself, you may even downright hate yourself at times, but you’re here for a reason, and your potential knows no bounds.

Each and every person on this start line has a reason. What’s yours?

Pricing & Registration

Entry Fee: $270

The UNBOUND Gravel XL is a lottery event. Individuals have the opportunity to submit their name for participation from November 1 at 12:00PM CT until November 15 at 11:59PM CT.

Registration is free, however, credit card information is collected and only charged if you are accepted. Winners will be announced November 21 via email.

Training

  • Training Camp — Join us for the world premier training camp hosted right here in Emporia, KS
  • Boundless Coaching — Get personalized, professional coaching with our official coaching partner
  • Garmin Guide — A free, adaptive training plan available in Garmin Connect
  • Ride on ROUVY — Start training now on our official virtual cycling platform

Route

Schedule

Athlete Guide

Start List

Live Tracking

Due to the remote and self-supported nature of this event, each rider is required to carry a GPS device to give periodic updates on their location. This device is to keep race organizers, emergency personnel, and spectators aware of riders’ location on course.

This tracking device must be registered with Follow My Challenge. If you do not have a compatible tracking device, one can be rented from Follow My Challenge.

Lodging

Categories & Awards

Awards go 5-deep in each of the following categories:

    • Open Men
    • Open Women
    • Non-Binary

Award ceremony held at 8 AM on the Sunday after the race at the Granada Theatre

Refunds, Transfers, Deferrals

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