June 4, 2027
UNBOUND Gravel XL
Lottery opens inLottery results will be announced November 21. You will be notified via email.
Enter the LotteryA 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 10:00AM CT until November 15 at 11:59PM CT.
Lottery registration is free, but credit card information is required. Any donation added to your cart will be charged on the day you submit your lottery entry. Winners will be announce November 21. If selected, your card will be charged no later than November 24, 2026. If your payment is declined, Let’s Do This will attempt to process it one more time. If the second attempt is unsuccessful, your entry will be withdrawn.
Only ONE lottery entry per person is permitted.
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.
Tracker rental info coming soon
Lodging
Results & Photos
Categories & Awards
Awards go 5-deep in each of the following categories:
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- Open Men
- Open Women
- Non-Binary
Cast Iron Club:
The Cast Iron Club honors riders who have conquered UNBOUND Gravel XL five times. Members earn a commemorative cast iron skillet—a lasting tribute to the grit, perseverance, and spirit of adventure that keep them returning to the Flint Hills. The skillets will be distributed at the Sunday awards.
Award ceremony held at 8 AM on the Sunday after the race at the Granada Theatre
Refunds, Transfers, Deferrals
