Choosing a Gravel Race to Match Your Skills
With a plethora of races to choose from, we highlight several events and detail the strengths they are best suited for—plus how to train for the big day.
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Fast Talk Femmes Podcast: The Evolution, Controversies, and Future of Female Gravel Racing
In this episode, Betsy Welch joins us to discuss the evolution and future of gravel racing, shedding light on the obstacles the community must overcome to get there.
Workout of the Week: Lachlan Morton’s Race Prep
Cycling pro Lachlan Morton shares one of his favorite workouts that builds confidence by honing race form.
Doing It All — Pro Triathlete Rach McBride on How to Race and Thrive at Triathlon, Gravel, and Mountain Biking
How do you reach the podium in not one sport, but three—and all in the same season? We chat with McBride and their coach, Mateo Mercur, to find out more.
The Best Strategies for Gravel Racing with Alex Howes and Kiel Reijnen
Learn the “ins and outs” of gravel racing as we discuss everything you need to know with pro cyclists (now turned gravel racers), Alex Howes and Kiel Reijnen. From gear to weather to developing a good start and finish strategy, we cover it all.
How to Analyze Your Gravel Ride
Coach Ryan Kohler demonstrates how to analyze ride data from a gravel workout with a high aerobic strain.
Workout of the Month: Gravel Ride
Coach Ryan Kohler explains the best way to improve durability so you can consistently and repeatedly ride a strong tempo.
A Beginner’s Guide to Gravel Racing
We explore the skills, techniques, and pacing strategies you need to take on any gravel event.
Q&A on the Art of Listening to Your Body, Ketogenic Diets, and the GLUT4 Transporter, with Guest Coach Kristen Legan
Rambleur Rising coach and elite gravel racer Kristen Legan answers your many insightful questions on the art of listening to your body, ketogenic diets, glucose transport, and much more.
Bonus Q&A on Interval Intensity, Dirty Kanza Training, and Muscle Fiber Recruitment
We answer questions on interval training and intensity, training for DK in flat places, and muscle fiber recruitment.
Training, Fueling, and Suffering at Dirty Kanza 200
Chris Case took a second crack at the grueling ultra-endurance gravel race, DK 200, a 200-plus mile gravel race across the Flint Hills of Kansas with the coaching assistance of Trevor Connor. The challenge of turning Chris into an endurance rider focusing on everything from race strategy, pacing, hydration, and fueling.