Light drizzle did nothing to dampen the triumphant atmosphere evident at Unbound Gravel’s official awards ceremony Sunday morning.
Over 2,600 riders from around the world participated in the various races, and crowds were sizable for the start and the finish. Longtime organizer Kristi Mohn says community support is a key part of the event’s ongoing success.
Among the 200-mile finishers was Emporia City Clerk Sue Bryson, who says there is nothing like finishing Unbound’s signature race.
Having all the riders in Emporia, as well as thousands of other cycling enthusiasts worldwide in Emporia, was a sight to see for Emporia Main Street Director Casey Woods — especially after last year’s event had to be canceled due to COVID-19.
The crowds of people in downtown Emporia for the start and the finish line celebration herald a return to normal after 14-plus months of dealing with coronavirus. At the Lyon County History Center, the hub of check-in activities, Curator Lisa Soller says it was nice to tap into the event’s energy.
Estimated totals for this year’s event aren’t available now, but the 2019 event generated over $5 million in revenue for the city.
One of the more notable fundraising efforts involved four-time 200-mile champion Dan Hughes, who started at the back of the pack with his son, Charlie, and raised money for every participant they passed on the way to the finish line. All told, they raised over $15,000 for Life Time’s Outride Foundation to benefit school lunch programs. Hughes says Unbound’s overarching goal is to celebrate all riders, regardless of the ride or the final time.
Photos and area results from Unbound Gravel are online at KVOE.com.
Photos by Connor Cottenmyre and Chuck Samples/KVOE News
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