Unbound Gravel 200
📍 Kansas, Flint Hills, USA
gravel
Date
3–6 June 2027
Distance
200mi · 100mi · 50mi · 25mi
Elevation
2,800 m
Difficulty
gravel
99 Miles of Bad Road
Arkansas, USA · 12 September 2026
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
The 99 Miles of Bad Road is a challenging 99-mile gravel race in Arkansas featuring extremely varied and rough terrain with significant elevation gain per mile. Expect a mix of surfaces including unpaved roads, dirt, gravel, and broken pavement.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 49 miles · 99 miles · 199 miles
- Elevation
- 1,952 m
- Surface
- gravel, tarmac, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 3–3.8
Rider fit
Who it's for
Gravel cyclists seeking a demanding endurance challenge with unpredictable road conditions and ample climbing.
Who will struggle
Riders unaccustomed to highly varied and rough off-road surfaces, or those who prefer consistent, predictable terrain.
Training focus
Endurance training, bike handling skills for mixed terrain, and strength for sustained climbing.
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FAQs
What are the available race distances?+
This event offers three distance options: 49 miles, 99 miles, and 199 miles.
What kind of surfaces can I expect during the race?+
The course features a wide variety of surfaces, with approximately 80% being unpaved. This includes mud, dirt, gravel, concrete bridges, clay, crushed limestone, creek rocks, and broken pavement.
How difficult is the 99 Miles of Bad Road?+
The race is considered very difficult due to relentless rolling hills and punchy climbs, with an estimated 100 feet of elevation gain per mile.
Are there aid stations on the course?+
The shorter distances (49 and 99 miles) are supported with aid stations. The 199 Miler is a mostly self-supported DIY style race.