The article revisits predictions made by Ted King about the future of gravel cycling and reflects on his insights from five years ago. King’s initial skepticism about the establishment of a UCI Gravel World Championships proved unfounded, as the event has quickly become a staple in the cycling calendar. As he prepares for the next Unbound event, King discusses the growth of the gravel community, the impact of formal organization on the sport's spirit, and his thoughts on its direction heading towards 2030.
"The past five years have seen an explosive growth in gravel cycling, where races and riders have skyrocketed, unlike anything we have previously experienced."
"I hesitated about the idea of a UCI Gravel World Championships thinking it would disrupt the carefree nature of gravel cycling, but I enjoyed the experience."
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