2027 CKF UNBOUND Gravel
2027 CKF UNBOUND Gravel is a road cycling race on June 5–6, 2027 in Emporia, KS.
- Date
- June 5–6, 2027 (222 days to go)
- Sport
- Road Cycling
From the Organizer
The Chris Klug Foundation is proud to be a charity partner of UNBOUND Gravel since 2024. To join CKF's 2026 Charity team, please ensure you have spoken with our staff at info@chrisklugfoundation.org to complete the necessary steps to become a Team CKF fundraiser. It is a 4-day biking event in Flint Hills, Kansas, and is considered the world’s premier gravel event; UNBOUND is a lottery with 4,000 riders. We will be taking part in the 100-mile and 200-mile races with a team of wonderful athletes.
The Chris Klug Foundation (CKF) has been a charity partner with Lifetime since 2012, raising over $250,000+ for CKF's programs. CKF's Leadville Trail 100 charity team helps to educate others on the facts of organ, eye & tissue donation while raising awareness for those awaiting a lifesaving transplant nationwide.
Events
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
81°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Emporia 3 Nw, 2 mi from the venue.
About Emporia, KS
Population
24,098
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,173 ft
Nearest Airport
MHK
Manhattan Regional Airport · 56 mi
Major Hub
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 100 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2027 CKF UNBOUND Gravel, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
222
Days to train
- Race
- 2027 CKF UNBOUND Gravel
- Date
- June 5–6, 2027
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About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Road cycling rewards pacing judgment and consistent time on your bike more than raw power. If you already ride regularly and can comfortably ride a few miles, you have a good starting base for most beginner-friendly events.
Road Cycling
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
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2027 CKF UNBOUND Gravel
Jun 5, 2027