Uploaded June 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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Welcome back to the final episode of the Road to Emporia series! Join Travis from SILCA as he takes us through his top 6 learnings from this year's epic 200-mile course at Unbound Gravel. Whether you're an experienced veteran or gearing up for your first big race, Travis's insights are invaluable for conquering the gravel roads in Kansas.
1 Mindset & Mental Attitude: Discover how to stay mentally tough and resilient throughout the grueling 200 miles.
2 Use "GOOD LEGS" when you have them: Learn the importance of capitalizing on when you feel strong and how to maximize performance.
3 TIRES: Bigger is BETTER for Gravel: Travis explains why going bigger with your tire choice can make a significant difference on gravel terrain.
4 Nutrition & Hydration: Adapting to Mid-day Heat: Get expert tips on how to keep your body fueled and hydrated, especially when the sun is at its peak.
5 Is the North Course Easier? Travis shares his thoughts on whether the North course offers a less challenging route.
6 Training Plans with Wiggle Room: Understand the importance of flexible training plans to accommodate unexpected challenges and ensure peak performance.
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Road to Emporia Video Series: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCQwC0wAMVmC9Xzi4S7R2NHQf-D-Jl5v7
Dylan Johnson: youtube.com/@DylanJohnsonCycling
More with Rob Britton on The Ride with Ben Delaney: youtube.com/watch?v=7ln_eu7MvxY
Epic race photos from BicycleCrumbs: instagram.com/bicyclecrumbs
Grab the Olive Pompe per Bicicletta SILCA T-shirt that Travis is wearing: silca.cc/collections/shirts/products/silca-green-pompe-bicicletta-t-shirt
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SILCA website: silca.cc
SILCA blog: silca.cc/blogs/silca
Instagram: instagram.com/silca_velo
Facebook: facebook.com/SILCAvelo
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/silca-velo
▬▬▬▬ ABOUT SILCA ▬▬▬▬
Founded in Milan in 1917 and now based in Indianapolis, SILCA is renowned for its passion for cycling. Led by cycling industry leader, Josh Poertner, the brand has expanded from the iconic SuperPista pump to a full range of high-end cycling tools and gear, collaborating with UCI World Tour teams to enhance cycling performance. SILCA combines tradition with innovation, inspiring cyclists to enjoy both riding and maintenance.
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Created by SILCA
© SILCA
Do you have any questions, tips, or ideas about Travis and The Road to Emporia Series? Let us know in the comments section below!
#UnboundGravel #GravelRacing #SILCAVelo #RoadToEmporia #CyclingTips #GravelCycling #RaceRecap
▬▬▬▬ Video Overview ▬▬▬▬
Welcome back to the final episode of the Road to Emporia series! Join Travis from SILCA as he takes us through his top 6 learnings from this year's epic 200-mile course at Unbound Gravel. Whether you're an experienced veteran or gearing up for your first big race, Travis's insights are invaluable for conquering the gravel roads in Kansas.
1 Mindset & Mental Attitude: Discover how to stay mentally tough and resilient throughout the grueling 200 miles.
2 Use "GOOD LEGS" when you have them: Learn the importance of capitalizing on when you feel strong and how to maximize performance.
3 TIRES: Bigger is BETTER for Gravel: Travis explains why going bigger with your tire choice can make a significant difference on gravel terrain.
4 Nutrition & Hydration: Adapting to Mid-day Heat: Get expert tips on how to keep your body fueled and hydrated, especially when the sun is at its peak.
5 Is the North Course Easier? Travis shares his thoughts on whether the North course offers a less challenging route.
6 Training Plans with Wiggle Room: Understand the importance of flexible training plans to accommodate unexpected challenges and ensure peak performance.
▬▬▬▬ Links & Resources ▬▬▬▬
Road to Emporia Video Series: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCQwC0wAMVmC9Xzi4S7R2NHQf-D-Jl5v7
Dylan Johnson: youtube.com/@DylanJohnsonCycling
More with Rob Britton on The Ride with Ben Delaney: youtube.com/watch?v=7ln_eu7MvxY
Epic race photos from BicycleCrumbs: instagram.com/bicyclecrumbs
Grab the Olive Pompe per Bicicletta SILCA T-shirt that Travis is wearing: silca.cc/collections/shirts/products/silca-green-pompe-bicicletta-t-shirt
▬▬▬▬ Follow for more ▬▬▬▬
SILCA website: silca.cc
SILCA blog: silca.cc/blogs/silca
Instagram: instagram.com/silca_velo
Facebook: facebook.com/SILCAvelo
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/silca-velo
▬▬▬▬ ABOUT SILCA ▬▬▬▬
Founded in Milan in 1917 and now based in Indianapolis, SILCA is renowned for its passion for cycling. Led by cycling industry leader, Josh Poertner, the brand has expanded from the iconic SuperPista pump to a full range of high-end cycling tools and gear, collaborating with UCI World Tour teams to enhance cycling performance. SILCA combines tradition with innovation, inspiring cyclists to enjoy both riding and maintenance.
▬▬▬▬▬ Credits ▬▬▬▬▬
Created by SILCA
© SILCA
Do you have any questions, tips, or ideas about Travis and The Road to Emporia Series? Let us know in the comments section below!
#UnboundGravel #GravelRacing #SILCAVelo #RoadToEmporia #CyclingTips #GravelCycling #RaceRecap




![You Like Cycling? These Movies Are Worth Seeing!
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Looking for the best cycling movies (or maybe to add motivation while riding the trainer)?
In this video, Josh from SILCA shares a list of cycling-related films that have been recommended among the SILCA staffers. It is not a ranking and it is not meant to be exhaustive. It is simply a collection of interesting films that have come up in conversations around SILCA HQ.
Some are race documentaries, some are narrative films, some are animated, and others are closer to cycling culture than to competition. As a group, they reflect the range of cycling stories people tend to seek out this time of year, when riding often shifts indoors and many of us look for something engaging to put on while we spend time on the trainer. The variety also means there are options depending on how much time you have and what kind of mental break you’re looking for.
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Cycling movies and videos discussed by Josh:
1. Breaking Away - (English, 1h 36min, 1979) An Oscar-winning Indiana movie!
https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Away-Jackie-Haley/dp/B008GOG98Y
2. A Sunday in Hell - (English, Danish, 1h 51m, 1976)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxBTVU9JDrA
3. Thereabouts (#1) - (English, 49min, 2014)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqoKsDBQCTY
4. Bicycle Thieves [Vittoria de Sica] (Italian with subtitles, 1h 29min, 1948)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQkDYXzsHJE
5. American Flyers - (English, 1h 52min, 1985)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=daakSZt62ik
6. The Triplets of Belleville (French, 1h 20min, 2003) BAFTA winner, Academy Award nominee
https://www.amazon.com/Triplets-Belleville-Michel-Robin/dp/B001DUPR68
7. The Flying Scotsman - (English, 1h 36min, 2006)
https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/the-flying-scotsman/umc.cmc.m6mbfjph9chbkokdq3lqodwp
8. Quicksilver (English, 1h 46min, 1986)
https://www.amazon.com/Quicksilver-Kevin-Bacon/dp/B000M2PPKG
9. Rad (English, 1h 32min, 1986)
https://www.amazon.com/Rad-Hal-Needham/dp/B08BF74FVR
** Alternative Mention with Nicole Kidman: BMX Bandits (English, 1h 32min, 1983)
https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/bmx-bandits
10. Stars & Water Carriers (Stjernerne og vandbærerne) (Danish, 1h 27min, 1973)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUIr9LG1juw
11. Icarus (English, 2h, 2017)
https://www.netflix.com/title/80168079
12. Tour de France: Unchained (SERIES 2023 - 2025, French with subtitles, 45min episodes)
https://www.netflix.com/title/81153133
13. Hell on Wheels: Deutsche Telekom at the 2003 Tour de France - (German, 2h 4min, 2003)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xr28Rz5t02A
14. Major Taylor documentaries (Titles mentioned):
(a) The World’s Fastest Man (English, 56min, 2024)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzDn3Ifmd0k
(b) Whirlwind (To be released)
https://www.worcesterwhirlwind.com
15. Yowamushi Pedal: The Movie (Japanese, 1h 29min, 2015)
https://www.crunchyroll.com/th/watch/GR3VWE8D6/yowamushi-pedal-the-movie
16. OverDrive (anime TV series, 23min episodes, 2017)
https://myanimelist.net/anime/2112/Over_Drive
**Availability of films may vary by region and over time.
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0:00 – Intro
0:44 – Breaking Away
2:19 – A Sunday in Hell
3:21 – Thereabouts
4:10 – Bicycle Thieves
4:36 – American Flyers
5:38 – The Triplets of Belleville
6:22 – The Flying Scotsman
7:11 – Quicksilver
7:48 – Rad
8:35 – Stars & Water Carriers
9:08 – Icarus
10:12 – Tour de France: Unchained
11:11 – Hell on Wheels
11:43 – Major Taylor documentaries
12:48 – Anime picks: Yowamushi Pedal, OverDrive
13:54 – Wrap-up and closing thoughts
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▬▬▬▬ ABOUT SILCA ▬▬▬▬
Founded in Milan in 1917 and now based in Indianapolis, SILCA builds premium cycling tools and equipment with deep respect for cycling’s past and future.
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Created by SILCA © SILCA
Horn of doom sound FX - freesound_community from Pixabay
Holiday dinner photo - Jed Owen on Unsplash
Holiday cheers hoto - krakenimages on Unsplash
Dinner party sound effect - freesound_community from Pixabay
Cheers! Sound effect - freesound_community from Pixabay
Very Busy Bar Sound Effect - freesound_community from Pixabay
TV remote photo - Glenn Carstens-Peters on Unsplash
Laptop remote tv photo - Jakub Żerdzicki on Unsplash
#SILCA #cyclingmovies #trainerseason #wintertraining #cyclingculture #roadcycling #bmx #animecycling #marginalgains #cyclingclassics #subtitles #cyclingcinema
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