Backyard Bash

November 7, 2026

Come celebrate the lottery and prepare for race day with a FREE group ride, exclusive giveaways, and a whole day of fun right here in Emporia!

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You’re invited to the UNBOUND Gravel Backyard Bash! Hosted with our friends at Merchant Cycles, we’re celebrating the lottery and the official start of the 21st edition 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!

Come ride, hang out, and prepare for UNBOUND Gravel the right way. All are welcome!

2026 Schedule

  • 10:00 AM Coffee & Pancakes courtesy of Merchant Cycles
  • 11:00 AM Group Rides Start
  • 12:30 PM Food Trucks Open
  • 3:00 PM Prize Giveaways (including one FREE race entry!)
  • 4:00 PM After-Party at Mulready’s Pub

Choose between 25 or 50 miles of famous Emporia gravel, 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 to see you here!

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