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  • Is this the spirit of gravel?

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    Is this the spirit of gravel?

    Let’s get philosophical about the spirit of gravel; but first, I need to show you a dick pic.

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  • What do we do about course conditions?

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    What do we do about course conditions?

    Course conditions are a big consideration for every race. It’s not just how strong you are, it’s how strong you are compared to the field on that day. And, that means weather is always a factor in racing.

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  • Join the board

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    Join the board

    Are you looking for the best professional development opportunity you’ve ever had? What could be better than mixing your love of cycling with the opportunity to grow your communication, planning, and leadership skills? If this sounds interesting, reach out to us about joining the board!

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  • 2023 Pricing

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    2023 Pricing

    We’re just weeks away from the start of the first race of the season, the Silver City Century, and we are so excited to be out creating great courses and […]

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  • 2022 Glenwood Gravel Women’s Podium

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    2022 Glenwood Gravel Women’s Podium

    Glenwood is usually the race where everyone gets to enjoy a fantastic day in the Loess Hills on punchy climbs with long descents and then a tailwind all the way […]

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  • Jake Johnson

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    Jake Johnson

    Jake Johnson stood on the podium a staggering 4 times on the 2022 Iowa Gravel Series. It’s possible a flat tire was the only thing that kept him from the […]

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  • Can I register late or on the day of the race?

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    Can I register late or on the day of the race?

    You might be able to register or sign-up late for one of races. It’s always best to register early. If it’s possible, here’s how to do it.

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  • Jessie Combs & Julie Borer – Team Prairie Bloom

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    Jessie Combs & Julie Borer – Team Prairie Bloom

    In this episode we chat with Jessie Combs and Julie Borer. These two amazing athletes, along with their teammate Kimmai McClain, swept the podium as Team Prairie Bloom Cycling Club. We talk about community, how the Iowa Gravel Series might fit into your training and the challenges of Pisgah’s class B roads. Super fun conversation,…

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  • Seth Tellinghuisen

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    Seth Tellinghuisen

    In this episode we chat with one of the youngest racers we’ve had on the podium, Seth Tellinghuisen. We recorded this after Preparation Pisgah and before Gravel Worlds, but the main goal was get to know Seth and how he got his start in gravel racing.

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  • After the Dust Settles

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    After the Dust Settles

    Most of what happens in gravel races is not seen by anyone else. David Holst gives us an inside view to the Preparation Pisgah race and the mindset of an athlete.

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