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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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Dirty Reiver 2024, is this the UK's version of Unbound gravel?
Head over to my YouTube channel to see my video from Dirty Reiver 2024 including footage from the front, carb loading details, event...
Ben Thomas
Apr 23, 20241 min read
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Race Recap: Conquering the Santa Vall gravel stage race in Girona
After a big winter of training it was finally time to go racing again! After being hit pretty hard with covid in July last year and...
Ben Thomas
Feb 22, 20245 min read
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Why 2024 is Going to Be The Best Year Yet: A Look at My New Race Calendar
Welcoming 2024 with much excitement! As we roll into the new year I first reflect on the moments that made 2023 unforgettable. Adding...
Ben Thomas
Jan 1, 20242 min read
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A super fast European Gravel Champs
The end of season is in sight but the two most prestigious events on the gravel calendar remained, European and World championships. Win...
Ben Thomas
Oct 5, 20234 min read
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Drifting at National Gravel Champs
A national title, a chance to wear the stripey jersey for a year, the accolade that that year you are the best in the country, this is...
Ben Thomas
Sep 19, 20234 min read
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