The Gravel Family Podcast

Get ready for all the feels with this one! We had the chance to sit down and talk with John Peter (The Stable Cyclist) to chat about all things mental health, bikes and of course video work in the cycling space!

Continuing our release of episodes from Big Sugar, we had the chance to sit down with Joe Goettl of Goettl Media to talk about his amazing 2025 season and content creation surrounding his training and racing- and of course his 2025 Gravel Worlds experience! This episode is sponsored by Lauf Cycles

We had the chance to sit down with Drew Dillman, professional cyclist on the Lunchbox Team and also co-host of Bonk Bros before Big Sugar down in Bentonville, AR. We got to chat about his 2025 season, becoming more comfortable on the mountain bike, and of course his Gravel Worlds experience!

We caught up with Holy Spirit of Gravel in Bentonville just before Big Sugar to talk gravel culture, community, and the energy that makes this sport different. A quick, thoughtful conversation about belief, place, and why we keep lining up... and of course why it's important to keep things fun.

Listen to this episode about everything Aloha Gravel in a couple weeks. We talk with Josh Gallardo of Wolf Pack Hawaii and Hawaii Bicycle League about his on island insights as well as pro cyclist Chris Mehlman who is looking forward to the event. Aloha Gravel will donate 100% of profits to Imua Family Services to help children of Maui. Sign up or learn more at  www.alohagravel.com

Welcome to the team, LeLan Dains! With countless years of experience in the industry, having roots in growing Unbound Gravel, and now impacting the communities in the midwest with his non-profit Kansas Spanish Speakers, LeLan is the perfect match to join our team to make Gravel Worlds even better! Listen in to hear about his years in the industry, and now about his role here at GW!

We are loving this new tradition of kicking off our seasons with interviewing the DFL winner of Gravel Worlds! This year's DFL winner is Alan Abrams who joined us to talk about his journey from finding out about our event to being our last place finisher on his first Gravel Worlds race!

Well, what a year! Lauf Gravel Worlds 2025 is done and dusted, and we are still riding that wave of "I can't believe that happened!" We unpack the whole week of events in this episode, going back through all the amazing moments! Registration for Gravel Worlds 2026 is OPEN with early bird pricing through September. Go to www.gravelworlds.com to learn more.

We're back, we're back and we're so stoked for Gravel Worlds 2025 THIS WEEK! We haven so much to tell you about this week, and we can't wait to share everything we've been planning! If you haven't signed up yet, there's still time! Check out www.gravelworlds.com for all the details.

In this episode, we sit down with Shane and Jeremy Hutsell, a father-son duo who took on the grueling Unbound 200 together. But this ride wasn’t just about miles and mud. It was a journey fueled by purpose, love, and a reason much bigger than themselves. Tune in as they share what drove them through the Flint Hills, the highs and lows of riding side by side, and the powerful story behind why they...

We're back! After a small hiatus due to busy season (planning for this little event called Gravel Worlds, have you heard of it?!) we're BACK and better than ever- with an awesome interview! This episode features Anne Hed, owner and operator of Anne Hed, who has changed the wheel game in the cycling industry! As a wealth of knowledge in gravel, triathlon, and road, Anne makes this an episod...

An episode long overdue, we finally got the chance to chat with Morgan Chaffin, a back to back two time champ of the Gravel Worlds 75, to talk about her wins, her journey into cycling, and her very unique training program! This episode is sponsored by GOODLIFE Nutrition. Fuel your GOODLIFE with nutrition that works! Head over to www.fuelyourgoodlife.com and use code GRAVELFAMILY for 20% off your f...

On this episode we talk with Bobby Wintle, the lead promoter of The Mid South Gravel. This past weekend Stillwater, Oklahoma experienced unprecedented wildfires that burnt thousands of acres of forests and grass lands, destroyed wildlife habitats and farmland, took over 70 homes, and ultimately cancelled one of gravel’s most beloved events. We sit down with Bobby to process through the highs and l...

Last weekend, Chase Wark had his eyes on winning the 2025 Mid South Gravel, but his plans were cancelled by catastrophic wildfires that wiped out homes, land, and animals. While Chase could have gone home, he instead decided to stay and chase the Mega Mid South FKT with eyes on now raising money for the community of Stillwater. This podcast is about how he did it. To donate, head to: https://www.m...

Crystal Kovac's impact on our sport has been felt so heavily in the last few years as she has been an advocate for women and beginners in the gravel world! She also happens to be the founder of Dirt Squad, a team aimed at educating and creating community. We talk all about this endeavor, as well as her journey into the world of gravel and how she became an advocate for people new to this sport...

On the heels of his brand new film premiere: LUKAS, we had a chance to sit down with the movie star himself, Lukas Coon, and his amazing mom, Jen, to talk about his incredible journey in gravel. Starting out at the first Adventure for All Lincoln athlete to learn how to ride a bike, to completing Gravel Worlds, his story is one that inspires. The Film LUKAS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZ3PGQ9...

In this episode, we’re joined by Marcus Robinson, one of the founders of Ride for Racial Justice, a powerful movement combining cycling with the fight for racial justice. Marcus shares the mission behind the organization, the events they’ll be attending this year, and how cycling is used as a tool for advocacy. We also take a detour into some BBQ talk- because why not? You won't want to miss t...

In this episode, we’re joined by Heidi and Jeff from Rasputitsa for a conversation that’s a little heavier than usual. We’re talking about Anthony, one of the founders of Rasputitsa, and his ongoing fight with stage 4 lung cancer that’s spread to his brain and bones. Heidi and Jeff open up about what Anthony’s going through and how his strength continues to inspire everyone around him, even in the...

Lauren Stephens is back on the Gravel Family Podcast to talk about her 2024 Gravel Worlds WIN! As the back to back Champion of the Gravel Seas, she shares about her experience winning yet again and what her 2025 year will look like! This episode is sponsored by GOODLIFE Nutrition, check out the line up of performance fueling products at www.fuelyourgoodlife.com and use code GRAVELFAMILY for 20% of...

On this episode, we chat with Becca Book, the 2024 Gravel Worlds Long Voyage champion who finished in just over 18 hours making her the Gravel Worlds Long Voyage record holder. We also got to chat with her about her epic adventure in Chile for a thrilling backpacking race!

In this episode, we sit down with Luke Hall, the 2024 Long Voyage 300 winner, to dive into his incredible record breaking journey at Gravel Worlds, his personal cycling story, and what’s on the calendar for 2025. Luke shares insights into the challenges and nutrition strategy of his 2024 victory, how Gravel Worlds tested his limits, and what drives him to continue pushing the envelope in the sport...

In this episode, we sit down with Simen Nordahl Svendsen, the youngest-ever winner of Gravel Worlds and an absolute powerhouse in the gravel racing scene. Riding for PAS, Simen has made a name for himself with back-to-back wins at the Rifts and a dominant performance in the 2024 Gravel Earth series. We dive into his journey into the sport, what it was like to conquer Gravel Worlds, and the unique...

*Please note we had a few technical difficulties including the mic picking up Jason and Sofia's keyboards to take down show notes, and some microphone feedback* Sam Hansen, the 2024 Gravel World's Non-Binary Champion is not only a cyclist, but a mathematics communicator, librarian, and a podcast producer! Having years of experience in the cycling world, they are an activist for Gender Expansive ca...

Happy Holidays to our Gravel Family listeners! We appreciate you more than you know and we're so lucky to be able to have the best listeners in the world. We will be taking a few weeks off to celebrate the holidays, but we will be back in 2025 with brand new episodes for you!

As the youngest known summiteer of Mauna Kea, and podiuming at races all over the country, Greer Peed is making his name in the cycling world! We chat about his inspiring summit, his 2024 Gravel Worlds 75 mile finish, his Everest experience on Zwift, and much more! This episode is sponsored by GoodLife Nutrition. Check out their line of products including their great tasting Carb Mix (made with Cl...