It’s raining in Emporia, Kansas and thousands of riders are about to head to the start line for this year’s Unbound Gravel. Payson caught up with Velo reporter Betsy Welch to talk about the emerging variables to look out for in the race, including the weather, a new format for the women’s start, a top contender lurking in the men&apos;s field, and spicy tactics. Plus, they take a stab at defining &quot;gravel beef&quot; and consider whether runners might have a leg up in this year&apos;s race. Instagram: <a href='https://www.instagram.com/theadventurestache/?hl=en'>@theadventurestache</a> YouTube: <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@PaysonMcElveen/videos'>Payson McElveen</a>

Unbound recap, with Carolin Schiff, Betsy Welch, and rider experiences

Professional mountain biker Payson McElveen sits down with some of the biggest names in sports and adventure to get an inside look at what sets them apart. With no script, the casual conversations are as diverse as the guests, with topics ranging from harrowing tales of survival, to debates on current events, to everyday tips and tricks and everything in between. As Payson travels the world for his two-wheeled day job, listen in as he rubs shoulders with and learns from some of the most inspiring athletes, entrepreneurs, academics, and others as they chase and inspire greatness.&nbsp;