Backyard Bash
November 15, 2025
Come celebrate the end of the lottery and prepare for race day with a FREE group ride, jaw-dropping giveaways, and the most fun right here in Emporia!
Celebrating 20 Years!
We’re throwing the very first UNBOUND Gravel Backyard Bash, and you’re invited! Hosted by our friends at Merchant Cycles, this celebration marks the close of the lottery and the official start of the 20th anniversary of UNBOUND Gravel presented by Shimano.
Join us at Merchant Cycles as we pedal off into the Flint Hills for a fun group ride and return for a full day of gravel festivities!
- 9:00 AM Coffee & Pancakes
- 10:00 AM Group Rides Start
- 11:30 AM Food Trucks, Drinks & Shopping
- 2:00 PM Prize Giveaways (Including 20 guaranteed race entries!)
- 4:00 PM After-Party at Mulready’s Pub
Choose between 25 or 50 miles of famous Emporia gravel (50mi route includes aid station in Olpe), and experience the grandeur of the Flint Hills. From avid cyclists seeking a challenge or casual riders out for a spin, this is for you. Whether you’re local, a short drive away, or just looking for an excuse to roll into Emporia—we want you here!
Come ride, hang out, and prepare for UNBOUND Gravel the right way. All are welcome!