After a successful 16-year career mainly with Lotto-Dstny, Thomas De Gendt transitioned to gravel racing post-retirement. Competing with the Classified X Rose Team, he learned valuable lessons from his debut in off-road racing. Although he faced challenges, he secured notable placements including fifth at Sahara Gravel. De Gendt expressed excitement for new adventures, particularly for his first Unbound Gravel 200 race in North America, emphasizing the exploratory nature of gravel racing compared to traditional road cycling.
"After all these years on the roads, it was time for something new, and gravel takes you on the roads that you've never been before."
"It's a bit like in the Classics, but you have to try and stay in the top 10 the whole time so you can jump in the moves that are happening."
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