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14 hours. Mud, rain, miles, and a lot of moments where I questioned whether I could keep going.

Thank you, Unbound.

This wasn’t my fastest gravel race, and it definitely wasn’t my smoothest, but it was the longest I’ve ever been out on a bike and one of the toughest challenges I’ve faced. What I expected to be a much shorter day turned into 14 hours of pushing through conditions, bike mechanical issues that tested my limits both physically and mentally.

The rain, mud, hike-a-bike sections, mechanical challenges, and endless miles reminded me that sometimes success isn’t about a finish time it’s about refusing to quit.

Also grateful for every rider, volunteer, spectator, and supporter who helped make this event what it is.

A huge thanks 
🚴 Canyon Bikes
🍯 Honey Stinger Waffles
⚡ Maurten Gels & Hydration
🐻‍❄️ polar bottle
📱 Garmin Tech!

Already looking forward to coming back next year.

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