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World Gravel Championships – The Grand Finale
The season finale. The conclusion of a wild, unforgettable year. The last dance for the Ribble Outliers in 2025, and what a stage to end on, the UCI World Gravel Championships!
Ben Thomas
Oct 143 min read
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Update from UCI Wales and Nationals
After a brilliant weekend in Belgium placing 11th at Houffa Gravel (UCI Series) the Ribble Outliers rolled straight into two home races,...
Ben Thomas
Sep 191 min read
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Houffa Gravel: Full Gas in the Ardennes
Houffa Gravel never disappoints. 141km, 2300m climbing, the legendary Côte du Saint Roch, and a start list stacked with WorldTour and CX stars. I went all in, rolled the dice for a podium, and ended up emptying the tank for 11th. Not the smartest race I’ve ever ridden, but one of the most epic. Ardennes frites, waffles, savage climbs, technical downhills, perfection!
Ben Thomas
Sep 34 min read
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The Rift: Volcanoes and Gravel
The Rift is truly unlike anything else, set in one of the most beautiful and brutal landscapes I’ve ever ridden. It's totally bonkers, and I absolutely love it.
Ben Thomas
Jul 214 min read
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June adventures including our yearly pilgrimage to Stone Circle
It was five weeks between my last race in May and going racing last weekend but the month of June was as busy as any other month with...
Ben Thomas
Jul 45 min read
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Into the Unknown at the World’s Biggest Gravel Race – Unbound 2025
Unbound Gravel isn't just a race, it's the race. With 5,000 riders lining up in the heart of Kansas, it's the biggest gravel showdown on the planet and a true bucket list event. While I was buzzing with excitement the idea of racing 200 miles through the wild, unpredictable Flint Hills was also seriously intimidating. Here's my story from the race.
Ben Thomas
Jun 36 min read
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Gralloch - Almost that dream win
This past weekend the world of gravel turned their eyes to the little town of Gatehouse of Fleet where 2392 riders from 35 countries would race the Gralloch which is part of the UCI Gravel Series. After leading for the majority of the day I sprinted for the win finishing fourth. Here's my story from the event.
Ben Thomas
May 206 min read
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Traka: Europe's biggest and wildest gravel race!
The Traka has quickly become the biggest and most important gravel race in Europe, it's the race to win, have a good result here and it'll define your race season. I'm in year three of racing gravel but for one reason or another I'd not yet taken on this amazing event, finally this week with my Ribble Outliers teammates we lined up to race the Traka.
Ben Thomas
May 69 min read
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Sea Otter Classic: A dream ride
This past week the full Ribble Outliers were in action at the Sea Otter Classic in California racing the Pro gravel race on Thursday. I've raced all over Europe and South Africa but racing in the US has been a dream for a long time.
Ben Thomas
Apr 156 min read
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2025 Race Schedule with Ribble Outliers
I'm ready for an unforgettable year with the Ribble Outliers in 2025! We’ve put together an absolutely fantastic race calendar. It's...
Ben Thomas
Mar 301 min read
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Racing into 2025 with the Ribble Outliers pro gravel team
Last week under the dazzling lights of Westminster, London, the Ribble Outliers pro gravel team was unveiled to the world.
Ben Thomas
Mar 213 min read
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Coming Soon: My 2025 Race Season & Team Reveal!
So much is happening behind the scenes, but my social media has been unusually quiet, and for good reason! While the race season is...
Ben Thomas
Mar 63 min read
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Restrap team up with Ben Thomas
Restrap to partner with Ben Thomas, a four-time national champion, for the 2025 season. Ben has built an extraordinary career, with...
Ben Thomas
Jan 291 min read
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Reeves James Solicitors Partner with Four-Time National Cycling Champion Ben Thomas for the 2025 Season
We’re excited to announce that Reeves James Solicitors will sponsor Ben Thomas, a four-time national cycling champion and one of the most...
Ben Thomas
Jan 282 min read
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Top 10 Finish at Ranxo Gravel Caps Off an Incredible Season
Ranxo Gravel would be the perfect conclusion to my race season with a strong 10th place having battled for the win until the final climbs.
Ben Thomas
Oct 15, 20244 min read
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Podium Finish at Graean Cymru: Third Place at UCI World Gravel Series in Wales
Third place at Graean Cymru! I finally landed on the podium at the UCI World Gravel Series!
Ben Thomas
Sep 24, 20245 min read
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A Return to Mountain Biking at National Marathon Champs
The coveted stripey jersey, the symbol of a national champion, awarded only to the one who gives it their all and emerges as the best.
Ben Thomas
Sep 9, 20244 min read
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Raiders Gravel Race Report: A Journey Through Scotland’s Stunning Gravel Roads
Photo: Raiders Gravel / Sportograf Earlier in the year I had hoped to fit Raiders Gravel into my schedule, but initially it seemed...
Ben Thomas
Sep 3, 20246 min read
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Epic gravel riding in the Wiltshire hills - Hotchillee Stone Circle 2024
I’ve said it many times, but the Hotchillee Stone Circle was one of the best days on the bike last year.
Ben Thomas
Jul 8, 20245 min read
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Ice cream and gravel in Scotland: The Gralloch
On Friday, we embarked on a journey hundreds of miles north to the picturesque town of Gatehouse of Fleet in Scotland. This tiny, sleepy...
Ben Thomas
May 21, 20247 min read
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