So before I was “Mr Bum Butter” I started the UK's first ever Gravel cycling event.
Now in its 14th or 15 year it still a brilliant 100 mile weekend adventure…. a true classic.
Last week I was interviewed by Beyond Tarmac… with some great questions that had me thinking hard and looking at things from fresh angles. It was rather therapeutic.
“It’s not a race. It really is not. Racing is for losers. No one gives a flying hoot if you won a race. Your sponsors don’t care; they are just doing their job. Your family REALLY don’t care after years of standing around in a wet field waiting for you. Your colleagues don’t want to hear any more about it. Fact: over 99% of people who race… lose!”
I have been known to enjoy and endure a race from time to time... but I think 100 miles is the challenge, just doing 100 is a great achievement. So, why add the layer of nonsense that is doing it quicker than everyone else? It makes no sense to me. At the Gravel dash you are a winner, you just did a beautiful 100.
Beyond tarmac / Gravel Endurance is a great journal and source of cycling inspiration. Pop over and read the interview. It will ask you to subscribe, but don't worry, its a fully free subscription.
CLICK HERE FOR THE INTERVIEW
CLICK HERE FOR THE DORSET GRAVEL DASH