Bentonville's three-surface problem: tarmac speed, sharp Ozark gravel, and climby singletrack on one bike.
The Super Bowl of gravel. 200 miles through Kansas Flint Hills. Where legends are made and dreams die in the dust.
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Unbound Gravel 200 scores 19 points higher overall (95 vs 76), but the right choice depends on what you value most.
"A technically serious three-surface race hiding inside Bentonville's friendliest strange bike party."
"The gravel race by which all others are measured."
Unbound Gravel 200 rates as the more demanding race based on our composite difficulty score (averaging length, technicality, elevation, climate, and altitude ratings). If you're looking for the bigger challenge, go with Unbound Gravel 200. If you want a more accessible race, Rule of Three is the better pick.
Unbound Gravel 200 scores 95/100 compared to 76/100 in our 15-dimension Gravel God Rating. The overall score reflects course profile, prestige, race quality, community, and value.
Rule of Three is generally more accessible for first-time gravel racers, factoring in distance, technicality, and logistical ease. Check each race's full profile for distance options and beginner-specific advice.
Rule of Three takes place in May and Unbound Gravel 200 in June. If your calendar allows, you could race both in the same season.
Rule of Three is held in Bentonville, Arkansas. Unbound Gravel 200 is held in Emporia, Kansas. Consider travel logistics, especially if you're flying in — check our full race profiles for airport and lodging details.
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