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Unbound Gravel 100 vs Unbound XL

80
Unbound Gravel 100
Emporia, Kansas · May
Tier 1 — Elite

The little sibling that still kicks your ass. 100 miles of Flint Hills gravel—all the suffering, half the existential cr

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91
Unbound XL
Emporia, Kansas · June
Tier 1 — Elite

350 miles of Kansas limestone hell with zero aid stations. The ultimate test of whether you actually like riding bikes o

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Course Radar Comparison

LEN TECH ELEV CLIM ALT LOG ADV Unbound Gravel 100: LEN:4 / TECH:3 / ELEV:3 / CLIM:4 / ALT:1 / LOG:3 / ADV:4 Unbound XL: LEN:5 / TECH:4 / ELEV:5 / CLIM:4 / ALT:2 / LOG:3 / ADV:5 Unbound Gravel 100 Unbound XL

Distance & Elevation

Distance
103 mi
350 mi
Elevation
4,373 ft
14,000 ft

14-Dimension Breakdown

Unbound Gravel 100 Unbound XL
COURSE PROFILE
Length
Technicality
Elevation
Climate
Altitude
Logistics
Adventure
EDITORIAL ASSESSMENT
Prestige
Race Quality
Experience
Community
Field Depth
Value
Expenses

The Verdict

Unbound XL scores 11 points higher overall (91 vs 80), but the right choice depends on what you value most.

Choose Unbound Gravel 100 if...

"All the Unbound prestige, all the Kansas suffering, half the distance—still not easy."

    Choose Unbound XL if...

    "The longest gravel race that matters, where the Flint Hills strip away everything but what's left of your soul."

    • You want more climbing
    • You want a longer race (higher distance rating)
    • You prefer more technical terrain
    • You thrive at high altitude
    • You're chasing a bigger adventure factor

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Which is harder, Unbound Gravel 100 or Unbound XL?

    Unbound XL 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 XL. If you want a more accessible race, Unbound Gravel 100 is the better pick.

    Is Unbound Gravel 100 or Unbound XL rated higher?

    Unbound XL scores 91/100 compared to 80/100 in our 15-dimension Gravel God Rating. The overall score reflects course profile, prestige, race quality, community, and value.

    Which is better for beginners, Unbound Gravel 100 or Unbound XL?

    Unbound Gravel 100 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.

    When are Unbound Gravel 100 and Unbound XL held?

    Unbound Gravel 100 takes place in May and Unbound XL in June. If your calendar allows, you could race both in the same season.

    Where are Unbound Gravel 100 and Unbound XL located?

    Unbound Gravel 100 is held in Emporia, Kansas. Unbound XL 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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