2027 CKF UNBOUND Gravel 2027 — Emporia, KS

Date
June 5, 2027
Location
Emporia, KS
Venue
8th Avenue & Commercial Street
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
100 Mile CKF Team, 200 Mile CKF Team
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The 2026 CKF UNBOUND Gravel is a gravel cycling event held in Emporia, Kansas, offering 100-mile and 200-mile distances. The race starts at 7:00 AM from 8th Avenue & Commercial Street. Both distances attract riders seeking extended gravel riding experiences. Entry is free, making this an accessible option for cyclists looking to test themselves on unpaved terrain without registration fees. Athletes traveling to Emporia for the late-May event should plan accommodations near the downtown start venue to ensure an early arrival on race morning.

From the Race 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2027 CKF UNBOUND Gravel 2027 — Emporia, KS?

2027 CKF UNBOUND Gravel 2027 — Emporia, KS takes place on June 5, 2027. The race is held in Emporia, Kansas.

Where is 2027 CKF UNBOUND Gravel 2027 — Emporia, KS held?

2027 CKF UNBOUND Gravel 2027 — Emporia, KS is held at 8th Avenue & Commercial Street in Emporia, Kansas.

Where can I find hotels near 2027 CKF UNBOUND Gravel 2027 — Emporia, KS?

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