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This week we have two big things to talk about, First our guest is Trevor the current leader and Travis dark horse for the GPGC. Trevor is a person that discipline and determination pays off. He went from finishing races, DFL to now being one of the top contenders. Second, we have reached 100 subscribers!!! Thanks to everyone that listens and enjoys this podcast, you all are the best!!Dozinky Doozy Gravel Challenge 2026https://www.bikereg.com/dozinky-doozy-gravel-challengeThe Orbital Odyssey Information https://www.instagram.com/orbital_odyssey/YouTubehttps://youtu.be/6Tc6wrQGsZQSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/2jaDWpOMRzqoCMB4UJyeIt?si=CjI2WQBUQmOjPYSNSx1nOAInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we talk to Jackson Simmons. 2026 has been a breakout year, second in GPGC after Muleskinner, 4th at Mid South in the amateur field, and an impressive result form the XL at Unbound. YouTubehttps://youtu.be/kMH7LCOuksESpotifyInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week the Squad talks about how to get started in gravel and Triathlon. Don’t believe the marketing hype to start in these sports. The reason we love gravel and triathlon is that you succeed just by toeing the start line.  YouTubehttps://youtu.be/jxRLbl4je_8SpotifyInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

The 4th of July special. We catch up on two weeks of racing and the big shake up in the Great Planes Gravel Cup. We talk about how much MMR is too much MMR. Travis is also betting the Farm on the San Jose Sharks this year going to the Stanly Cup. YouTubehttps://youtu.be/JdAkobAe9JkSpotifyInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

Sorry for the late release, life was getting in the way. This week we talk about what you do after a big race, vacation, time off, keep training till you puke.  We talk about after a big race or an “A” race getting back in the saddle can be a little hard. We also talk about switching gears to triathlon now that summer is here.YouTubehttps://youtu.be/VyStY9pTPXUSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/3L2MhxY5s8IWEzMecTRFNI?si=qG3bFQ2CTqy4EPq8JL1MLwInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

Did the 2026 Unbound 200 destroy my bike. Join me as a tear it down and give it a full bike check.

Did you do Unbound this year? What takeaways did you come up with? Is there something that you think we missed or overlooked? Please leave a comment below and let us know. #102 This week we talk about the lessons we learned from our training leading up to Unbound this year. Everything from training, the training plan, bike setup, fueling, and more. Join us as we discuss what went well and what will be improved on for the next time.  YouTubehttps://youtu.be/WopVQC08Rm4Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/6YO7xbrTBcQm5z02PruEXa?si=RUOVsYsKS7qwoc04Mzmd5AInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

#101 This week we recap the EPIC race that was Unbound 200 2026 or should we say Mudbound 200. We talked about how bad it really was. We also give a full account on how the route went, was it challenging and did it live up to the hype of past 200 mile Unbounds. YouTubehttps://youtu.be/xwjKr-risTwSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/7xjxd7qFPuofvpHALPgoN5?si=-b4BvRlrTA2UXZwsMcN2kAInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

Episode 100!!! This week the squad talks about Unbound 200 and previews some of the course. We also give some of our tips from the 4x times of doing this event. Thanks everyone for all the support and all the good times through these 100 episodes as we continue to learn and grow. Shout out to @MinisterOfGravel for all the pre riding he has been doing throughout the week. YouTubehttps://youtu.be/TidqT0tbtz8Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/7xliEC3zO8410KRVYs6sp5?si=9A0trZ2FQ8uIEarbf_jPegInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner PodcastGmailSufferSooner@gmail.comWebsitewww.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/wDOvY0Agrg4Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4yhsFRL5xvRoncInqvZQq3?si=t1WPRepTQYinvaBohj9GiAInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

Stop 3 on the GPGC is Muleskinner and we take a look at how the standings are shaping up after three races. With Unbound just around the corner we give some of our tire advice and our plan for tires we will be running in the next couple of weeks leading up to the race. We also throw out our best guest on weather this event as we all become amateur meteorologists for Emporia.YouTubehttps://youtu.be/wDOvY0Agrg4Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4yhsFRL5xvRoncInqvZQq3?si=8_wql3EFTJicx7UUMVdzWAInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

La Grind 2 day stage race in Emporia was this past weekend. And the OG Suffer Sooner Crew was there having fun, racing hard and even came away with a couple of podiums. Listen in to this episode for Travis’s triple flat debacle and Danny’s most complaining while getting on the podium anyone has ever heard LOL. Serena also took 1st in the women's 50 day 1, we didn’t get a statement from her about her race before we recorded this episode. We also do a brief  preview of the Muleskinner Corse. Thanks to everyone at La Grind and all the people that show their support at the races and through the comments.  YouTubehttps://youtu.be/kiifdqQ7WPkSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4YipoWvzgRPSKVRanJTFhB?si=7wgjfaiySpmStUbf01SPagInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week the Squad talks about Open Range,  the good, the bad, and the ugly. This race has it all from the highest of highs to the lowest of lows. It has been five years in the making and we have got our buckles but not without leaving a piece of our souls out there in the Gypsum hills of KS. Open Range Gravelhttps://www.openrangegravel.com/GPGChttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/Website www.suffersooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/pInTiizrV7ISpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/000Ik1xvLn5QjZzcNusoNT?si=LKs-eHI0RxelFMZcAqPRrAInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

Stop number 2 on the GPGC series is at Pratt KS. Open Range Gravel is one of the Squads favorite races and this year looks like it is going to be a banger. This week we give our tips to survive this grueling 200k course with our 5 years of experience doing this event.Open Range Gravelhttps://www.openrangegravel.com/GPGChttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/Website www.suffersooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/_7bMQRiHuvISpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/2qy8Z068Bmw4JfSomgNrN8?si=rL8s1IgVR3iyx9EruR0lbwInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

Race number 1 of the GPGC is done. How did the Squad stack up? How was the weather? Did Danny continue his win streak? Find out the answers to these questions and so much more ont this post race wrap up. Discover Gravehttps://discovergravel.com/GPGChttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/Flint Hills Gravel https://flinthillsgravelride.com/Website www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/gd4dnDamw_YSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/7D4kIM4IPaJd9JBix9jRXJ?si=sgIOHAKSQ8iDUpiPdFCPeAInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

The first stop on the Great Planes Gravel Cup kicks off with Flint Hill Gravel and we are pumped to be racing in 2026. Listen in as we give our race preview and how we think things will play out in the race. We also go over the rain routes because it wouldn’t be springtime in the Midwest if there wasn’t some kind of weather happening. Discover Gravelhttps://discovergravel.com/GPGChttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/Flint Hills Gravel https://flinthillsgravelride.com/Website www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/xWSaBMJPFQwSpotifyInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week, the Squad is getting real about what we actually wish we knew when we started grinding gravel. Forget the usual "buy this bike" hype or obsessive tire pressure talk to save a measly 4 watts. We’re moving past the gear-junkie phase and diving into the hard-won tips you need once the bike is in the garage and you're ready to hit the start line. New to the scene? This one is for you. Drop your own rookie survival tips in the comments!Website www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/qVVvZN6FfBwSpotifyInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

The spring weather is upon us and the Squad talks about how they prepare for variable conditions. We talk about when to call it an indoor day or when to suck it up and head out for some tough mental training.  Sorry for the late release, but good news you’re going to get a 2 episode week this week. Website www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/GB69aYuuagASpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/7tLAPuZB9kwA8CS5J03ZeH?si=A-CUS3WVROOqOfFjxGNBlwInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

The time has finally come to give away a free entry into Open Range Gravel. We take March Madness to the entries and have a little fun with it. Hope you all enjoy and congratulate the winner! Website www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/w6Ii2bM458YSpotifyInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

Last Chance to win a  free entry for Open Range Gravel We are so close to meeting our 100 subscriber goal! Leave a comment on this week's video and help us get to 100 subscribers and we will be giving away 2 free entries to this amazing event. Dirty Disco is proving to be a stand out race for the start of the season. Listen to this week as the Squad talks about the Highs of winning a 2 up sprint. One of us crashes and has to chase back. Most importantly did Danny keep to his nutrition and was any one able to bait Travis into racing. Website www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/ms0l6049tWkSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/153r76DkR583HK3LLErkgz?si=HUzWHHZ0SJ2mLpXQyPZR2QInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

TWO free entries for Open Range Gravel !!! We are so close to meeting our 100 subscriber goal! Leave a comment on this week's video and help us get to 100 subscribers and we will be giving away 2 free entries to this amazing event.First Gravel race of the season Dirty Disco!!!!. With the weather we are having it looks to be an EPIC adventure. Follow Dirty Disco Gravel and Bicycle Pedaler on FaceBook and Instagram to get the latest route information. We give some of our tips for muddy courses and keeping your bike clean. Dirty Disco and Bicycle Pedaler FB links https://www.facebook.com/thebicyclepedalerhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1494873458214527Website www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/c3jHkjFww0kSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/3d3rXhnc2OV98FxrcNNSuA?si=27Z-SZg6SG6FCnvV1mcNYAInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

TWO free entries for Open Range Gravel Leave a comment on this week's video and help us get to 100 subscribers and we will be giving away 2 free entries to this amazing event.This week the Squad finishes up February base phase talk with a look to what is next. We’ve laid the groundwork and found our rhythm; now, it’s time to turn up the heat. Today, we’re into the Build Phase—that critical middle ground where we trade general prep for specific power and start pushing the limits of what we can sustain. Let’s get to work.www.SufferSooner.comYouTubeSpotifyInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

TWO free entries for Open Range Gravel !!! Leave a comment on this week's video and help us get to 100 subscribers and we will be giving away 2 free entries to this amazing event.This week the Squad talks about prioritizing the quality workouts so that your fitness can build. We talk strategies about missing workouts and also if you know you have to move things around how do you keep making progress towards the goal. www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/I9vKZ5OnI9sSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4HbOTObFl3GvtZtENZy5pN?si=xDgvL4YrS7aznO0BxZvWNAInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

TWO free entries for Open Range Gravel !!! Leave a comment on this week's video and help us get to 100 subscribers and we will be giving away 2 free entries to this amazing event.This week the Squad continues the talk about making February count and getting your season off to a good start. We discuss how to identify progress and what to expect from the shortest month of the year. We talk about how this time of year its all about the small victories not the huge jumps in fitness.  www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/EXlq_ARsxE0Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/3dhXe2bACWk6123AvIfASu?si=9VDZUJtNQ_CjoPL97FC_rwInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

TWO free entries for Open Range Gravel!!! Leave a comment on this week's video and help us get to 100 subscribers and we will be giving away 2 free entries to this amazing event.This week The Squad talks about now that the hype of January is over, February is the month of Truth. We talk about how February may be the most important month of your training. We talk about how to make the most out of the shortest month of the year, and if you blow it, how to recover and get back on track.  www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/hfvdYI078YcSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/1XOxOToC2M1SqHuBsSteSK?si=QZU0DMxBSkWrqeUFh3ruIgInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

Free entry giveaway for ORThis week we talk about some of the unwritten rules of cycling and a once in a generation talent gets his 8th world title in CX. Enjoy this shorter episode as we try to get back on our Friday release schedule. www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/QVPdoOdVFoUSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/07APDYvsVcTZR3gjCUrm40?si=gzM2vxEkQF22iM_iZUiBjgInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner  FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

#83Free entry giveaway for ORIs Gravel getting too serious Teams Altitude TrainingHaving it be the only pathway for up and coming riders in the USUCI bans age grouper for doping The UCI has provisionally suspended 41-year-old American amateur cyclist Matthew Clark after he tested positive for anabolic androgenic steroids (testosterone). The positive sample was taken on October 16, 2025, at the UCI Gran Fondo World Time Trial Championship in Australia, the same day he won the 40–44 age group world championship. The UCI said Matthew Clark of North Salt Lake City, Utah, returned the positive sample in an anti-doping control on October 16, 2025, the same day he won the men’s 40–44 age group world championship.Trainer Road releases new AI features but are they new? FTP predictionRace predictionsRecovery plannerAdjustable workout intensities5hr Long Ride?Loaded my Race calendar into TR and there are some Huge DifferencesLifetime bans Drop Bars at Leadville www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/0yia7TIzdHsSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/1H211BUhHm6hJf4TIhRbN7?si=inl_8FInTou1BPdF5l0rdQInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week the Squad Talks to Heidi,  a multi Ironman finisher and 70.3 finisher and recent convert to gravel. We talk about training for these long events and how she balances training and family life. We also talk about the Kona standard and how her perspectives on racing have changed through the years. www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/U30up2NqC-wSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4NlKiMJJiuvmDVpQUBwQzz?si=6401iMzDRSiPzj_JjSjjywInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week the Squad Talks about some of the best clickbait headlines the internet has to offer. We also talk about some more random things as well. Enjoy this fun episode. www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/f2i2PDmxtJASpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/3QwEkZ2ZuttnT7c39GFzCc?si=N8eR2JnSRKSYWaom5Ktj6AInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

The week the Squad Talks about New Year Resolutions, some that worked and some that didn’t. We also share some 2026 goals for the channel and ourselves. Thanks everyone for a fantastic 2025 and we are so looking forward to 2026!! Also check out the new website!!! www.SufferSooner.comYouTubehttps://youtu.be/a5oiaYa8PWEInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we talk about what to do when you inevitably have a set back. Some of our best tips to getting back to the training and making sure you are not jumping back in too early and setting yourself up for disaster. If you haven’t registered for Open Range yet then comment on this episode to get an exclusive Suffer Sooner discount code to the race. Enjoy Danny and my sick voices unfortunately it doesn't make us sound any better ;)YouTubehttps://youtu.be/pm-euyOIQ4wSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/0Yfv8u7T3QdI5TS8YEr78a?si=QZI9X8BVTnWY9lnNPgXy3wInstagram and TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

If you haven’t registered for Open Range yet then comment on this episode to get an exclusive Suffer Sooner discount code to the race. Sorry everyone for the late release the squad has succumbed to the winter colds that have been going through the house. This week we pick up the conversation on setting goals for your “A” race now that you have a schedule for 2026. We discuss when we use Stretch vs S.M.A.R.T goals and what kind of criteria we use to set goals. YouTubehttps://youtu.be/97gWRWokt6ESpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4bq5FN76qys1fIZcwlLVVP?si=44i7SG1KTEeGFGHUNDgbPwInstagram & TikTok @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we go over what is on the schedule for 2026. We get into why we are picking the races we are and why we may have to miss out on some other things. Let us know if we missed some big events that you think we should go to. Also some important news at the end of the episode so stick around and find out. YouTubehttps://youtu.be/bH2LsBInxmESpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/2b5aLvT3ZswClFHKWN5noF?si=aYFt63QlTaeKkSrXyNO98QInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we had to re-record our first crying session about our off season blues #releaseTheTapes so good news Danny and I have found the passion again are ready to throw ourselves back into the Unbound 200 action. Hear about the hell that Travis went through waiting till the last minute to register and cutting it close. #gravel #unbound200 #trilife #Kansascity #podcast #TriatholonTraingingYouTubehttps://youtu.be/zwOW373-LZkSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5qsvutFx2bvCU4Nv1rD6SO?si=ZJ9ka9ohQvmkAYBTqQiAoAInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This Week the Squad talks to Preston Williams fresh off his nine day bike packing race, Arkansas High Country. This year Preston was the only one to do the “Single Track” section and earn himself the coveted ARHC buckle. This was the second big event for Preston, the first being the only one to finish Flint Hills Ultra. We talk about some of the similarities and differences in these two races along with all things bike packing. YouTubehttps://youtu.be/vwQq9qwLh6kSpotifyInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

The Squad Dresses up and has some fun this HalloweenYouTubehttps://youtu.be/zL5JW7GmiRESpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/79KjcqRhFJv86A5Fyb2EsK?si=S27rwtpiR8ejy0RpuDqbPAInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week the Squad talks about some of the major lessons that they learned from the 2025 racing and training season. We talk about nutrition off the bike, consistency, race tactics, racing too much, and more.  Think we missed something? Let us know in the comments. Hopefully you all can learn from our mistakes and our successes so you can have an amazing 2026 season. YouTubehttps://youtu.be/ta4YqZ_kVfkSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4hiKFm6LlXSWs5OGKGEGAd?si=3kyvEfmCRLOvovoK5WgOcgInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we heard from Travis after his WI 70.3 race. We know it happened a month ago but it took him that long to calm down after the bike course. Listen in as we find out the good, the bad, and the UGLY from Wisconsin 70.3YouTubehttps://youtu.be/hRQOp-oZ_JMSpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/0ry2xy2SGCCOyQZ0fMTjQW?si=5qbwPPZgT6mCzAVyK3DFggInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we talked with Phil, the race director of Opal Wapoo. Opal Wapoo has come back on the sean from a little bit of a break, and the Suffer Sooner Squad is pumped to be doing this all time classic of a race. So join us as we talk all things Opal Wapoo and get pumped for what will be an adventure through some tough and demanding gravel in Excelsior Springs MO. Opal Wapoo Registration https://www.bikereg.com/opal-wapoo-gravel-experienceOpal Wapoo FaceBook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=opal%20wapoo%20gravel%20experienceYouTubehttps://youtu.be/SyyOIwffE7ASpotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/6Ggc06c0jD66fxoz0X4aVS?si=iDx3QdZ7R7KPcqT7jJg4xgInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we recap the season and look forward to the 2026 Great Plains Gravel Cup. Are there changes coming? We also hear from the Overall women's winner and Women’s master winner Courtney. How winning has impacted her and what she is looking forward to in the 26’ season. Discover Gravelhttps://discovergravel.com/Great Plans Gravel Cuphttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/YouTubehttps://youtu.be/31FVWolFXRgSpotifyInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we talk about some of the things that grind my gears. Do gravel pros need their own race, Ironman’s new “Kona Standard”, and Team Tactics at gravel worlds. Listen in as we server up some hot takes on these issues. YouTubehttps://youtu.be/-ZUOvD7oZucSpotifyInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we prepare for the last stop on the Great Plains Gravel Cup series. Join us as we talk all things Pony Express Gravel with the race director of this fantastic gravel event. Pony Express Gravel Dashhttps://www.bikereg.com/ponyexpress120graveldashDiscover Gravelhttps://discovergravel.com/Great Plans Gravel Cuphttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/YouTubehttps://youtu.be/hYeRjkPIgnkInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we talk to Sasha Mallon, she is the overall female single speed rider for the Great Plains Gravel Cup. As a stark contrast to Gabe she is not into all the data and just rides. Listen to her perspective as she talks all things gravel. Discover Gravelhttps://discovergravel.com/Great Plans Gravel Cuphttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/YouTubehttps://youtu.be/gQb6d5yw5AIInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

Gabe is crushing it out on the Great Plans Gravel Cup by leading the Men's Single Speed division. Join us as we talk as many things ' Single Speed 'as we can think of. Gabe has been putting in the hard work and we talk about his training and what has helped him rise to the top step of this competitive series.  Discover Gravelhttps://discovergravel.com/Great Plans Gravel Cuphttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/YouTubehttps://youtu.be/Rkz_U-_1LNQSpotifyhttps://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/travis-brooks85/episodes/GPGC-9-Mens-Single-Speed-Leader-e36nfm7Instagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week the Squad talks about what they have been up to for the last couple of weeks and a rare 3 podiums in 3 weekends has Travis thinking he may be the best to ever do it. ;) Join us for this fun episode as we catch up and look forward to the coming weeks. YouTubehttps://youtu.be/bFxmx8hC-uEInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we talk to Michael Allison, the overall points leader in the Great Plains Gravel Cup. A couple of great things to know about Michael, 1 he is the leader but has yet to win a race (Pays to ride consistent), very family oriented, we have seen the newest addition to the Allison family on the podium with Michael, and finally when he is not crushing the competition with consistency you can find Michael at the F.I.T. Muscle & Joint Clinic helping people feel better and move better. F.I.T Muscle & Joint Clinic https://fitmjc.com/Discover Gravelhttps://discovergravel.com/Great Plans Gravel Cuphttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/YouTubehttps://youtu.be/h66FBUyOQmgSpotifyInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we talked to Courtney about leading the Great Plans Gravel Cup in not only the overall points but in the Masters category as well. We hear about her transition from running to gravel and the huge difference in fueling that there is between running and cycling. Discover Gravelhttps://discovergravel.com/Great Plans Gravel Cuphttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/YouTubehttps://youtu.be/i8YMvKKMoogInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

The week we recap the Rock Ridge Grave Race. All  of the hardest parts of the Unbound 200 race in 70 miles. Discover Gravelhttps://discovergravel.com/Great Plans Gravel Cuphttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/Rock Ride Gravelhttps://rockridgegravel.com/YouTubehttps://youtu.be/mAdk0vvEWCEInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week we recap the Hot and Windy edition of Solstice and we talk with Bobby T. on the leaders in the GPGC points and some of the shakeups that happened over the weekend. Bobby also gives a preview of Rock Ridge, the 5th stop on the GPGC and some inside hints on how to tackle this technical course.  Discover Gravelhttps://discovergravel.com/Great Plans Gravel Cuphttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/Rock Ride Gravelhttps://rockridgegravel.com/YouTubehttps://youtu.be/je6koj2alToSpotifyInstagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

The Solstice Gravel Grinder is the fourth stop on the Great Plans Gravel Cup. Listen to the discussion on how the race got started in a small Nebraska town and how it has grown to one of the best gravel grinders in NE. Find out some of the history of this race, from past winners and different route changes through the years. Also if you pay attention you might get some insight into what to expect on the race course. Discover Gravelhttps://discovergravel.com/Great Plans Gravel Cuphttps://greatplainsgravelcup.com/Solstice Gravel Grinderhttps://www.solsticegravel.com/YouTubehttps://youtu.be/nSbwnFZLRK8Instagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]

This week on the show, we’re talking with the winner—and the only finisher—of the Flint Hills Ultra Gravel event. That’s right. While most riders were gearing up for Unbound and stressing over forecasts of mud and rain, Preston was already out there, taking on the brutal backroads of Kansas and Oklahoma head-on. Harsh weather, relentless terrain—he didn’t just survive it, he conquered it. Join us as we sit down with this incredible athlete to hear what it was really like out there, and what its like to do a week long bike packing event. Find out more about the Flint Hills Ultra. https://discovergravel.com/https://flinthillsultra.com/YouTubehttps://youtu.be/ovJqHMqOLrITikTok @SufferSooner Instagram @suffersooner   FacebookSuffer Sooner [email protected]