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Unbound Gravel: Reflections
“Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face”. Joe Laverick is back with his reflections on the 2024 Unbound Gravel. After unpacking his fueling plan for the big event in a previous blog, we find out how his day broke down.
Dark Horse or Not, Brendan Johnston is Laced Up for LTGP
Brendan Johnston, an Australian-based professional off-road bike racer, has had a unique rise to his position in the sport. He balanced training part-time as an electrician, fought cancer, and built a career and family while on a patient path to full-time racing. On the eve of Unbound, we sat down to dive into his experience and expectations.
1,000 Miles of Unbound with Hillary Allen
This year, ultrarunner Hillary Allen is tackling her fifth Unbound. What started as a post-injury rehab project has evolved into a mixed-discipline journey. In the last few years, Hillary has broken the mold of what's expected of professional athletes.
Race Roundups with Pete Stetina: Gold at The Traka 360
The Traka: a sleeper Spanish gravel race that is quickly earning its nickname as "the Unbound of Europe". Pete Stetina claimed a dramatic win at this year's 360k event and shared his grueling experience here for the next installment of Race Roundups with Pete.
Hannah Shell and Starla Teddergreens' Dynamic Duo at the Cape Epic
HPT Athletes Hannah Shell and Starla Teddergreen tackled the daunting eight-day challenge of the Cape Epic. As you may know, this race has gained the reputation of being the Tour de France of mountain biking. Hannah and Starla shared their "green" experience as a duo at the world's largest MTB stage race.
Inside the Cape Epic with HPT Cyclist Alexis Skarda
Earlier this year, Alexis Skarda, a fresh face on The Feed’s HPT team, ventured into the massive undertaking of Cape Epic: a grueling mountain bike stage race spanning 8 days in South Africa. Competing alongside her partner Vera, they navigated a demanding course and fiercely competitive field to secure an impressive 5th place overall.
Redemption at Sea Otter Classic: Alexey Vermuelen
HPT Athlete Alexey Vermeulen came to Sea Otter with a bone to pick. After a less-than-desirable result in 2023, he claimed a commanding 2nd place in the first LifeTime Grand Prix event: the Fuego XL.
An Iron-Distance Triathlon On All 7 Continents: Connor Emeny's World Record
On February 21st 2024, Connor Emeny became the first person ever to complete an IRONMAN distance triathlon on all 7 continents. He shares a fraction of what this insane 4-year journey looked like, finishing with Chasing Antarctica, right here on the Feed Insider.