Yuri Hauswald became a pro mountain biker at age 36. By 45, he was a gravel biking legend.

Yuri Hauswald is a former 24 Hour Solo mountain bike racer who won the Unbound Gravel 200 in 2015 at age 45. In 2023, he was inducted into the Gravel Cycling Hall of Fame, and this year, he's hoping to raise $50K to support cycling in Emporia, Kansas through a unique fundraiser.You didn't turn pro until you were 36 years old. How did you get into cycling?What attracted you to gravel racing after all those years of mountain bike racing?Tell us about your Unbound 200 win in 2015. How did that unfold?How did the Bantam Classic gravel race in Petaluma, CA get started? How does the event compare to Unbound or, say a UCI gravel race? Do you think gravel racing has changed over the years, particularly since 2022 when the UCI added gravel events?Do you think there's an opportunity to young riders into gravel riding in the same way NICA has introduced them to mountain biking?How have gravel bikes changed since you started riding? Is the line between gravel bikes and drop bar road bikes becoming blurred? What do you think about 32" gravel wheels?Tell us about the Life Time Foundation’s “Chase the Race” initiative. How many riders do you hope to pass? What will the funds support?Outside of racing, what does a fun ride look like for you? What are some places you've visited that are worth going back and riding again?Can you ever really retire from bike racing?You've reinvented yourself several times over your career. What's next?Fundraiser link: https://app.99pledges.com/fund/yurichasetherace/yuri-hauswaldAn automated transcript will be available at Singletracks.com later today.This episode is sponsored by Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce.If you’re looking for your next mountain bike destination that offers just about everything, put Sandpoint, Idaho at the top of your list! The Lower Basin trail system serves up world-class riding through towering timber and across massive granite rock slabs, with trails for every rider — from technical black diamond descents to fast, flowy cross-country loops.For excellent park-style riding, head up to Schweitzer Mountain Resort with dedicated downhill trails and e-bike access to more than two dozen trails. Or pedal from town to the Pine Street Woods trail system where the trails range from flowy to technical.When you’re ready to take a break from the trails, Lake Pend Oreille is right there for camping, boating, swimming, or even standup paddleboarding. And after a big day outdoors, head into the town of Sandpoint where you'll find a great selection of bars and restaurants to relax and refuel. Get all the details to plan your perfect getaway at ⁠⁠⁠⁠visitsandpoint.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. The trails and the good times are waiting for you when you Visit Idaho!