How to prep for a Gravel Ultra Race: Badlands 2022

Badlands. A race renowned for its diverse landscapes and attracting some names well known from within and outside of the sport. From deserts to forests, coasts to summits, Badlands has it all. And all the drama. 2022 is my second time at the race, tackling on probably the most beautiful and brutal ultra race out there. In this 3 part video series, I'll be showing you the highs and lows of taking part in Badlands. Thanks to Schwalbe, Shimano, Cervélo and Tailfin for helping to fund this documentary series.

The following companies (that you'll see in my content) support me either financially or with free stuff, so huge thanks to these guys for helping me with the challenges I take on:

Attacus Cycling, Cervélo, Lazer Helmets, Shimano, Schwalbe Tires, Parcours Wheels, Sungod Eyewear, Tailfin Cycling, Komoot, Styrkr

[markjthomson]

So glad to see the Organiser got you 107. Also good to see the learning put into the rides now gained from previous experience.

[wearecyclists]

I pressed like before seeing one second of the video but I am pretty sure I will like it. It was a pleasure meeting you and Jack. Sandra

[shaunedwards]

Can't wait to see even more of your adventure chris.well edited video too btw.

[benthilwind]

Brilliant been following you on kommute, Nice to have some footage thanks bro, obviously its gonna take Lawrence a month to update his youtube 🐩 ... cheers pal x

[malcontent_]

Gotta love Liam remixing both the 70's & 90's

[tomlevy-theflatlandcyclist]

Glad people who are uber experienced at this still get nervous. As I sit here waiting for the weekend to start my first ultra!

[malcontent_]

It's great to see to smiling but also predictably anxious as you are before these events. I got butterflies watching a little bit.

[mikemono]

its really mind blowing! You are right! Good Video :-)

[kevinlyon]

Jack being dad this time😁. That's a lot of riders, did recognise a few. Nice to see a close up of the front end and the light setup on Mr Purple.

[Josh-Reid]

Such a good video Chris. Looking forward to the next one.

[SiBradeley]

Awesome looking forward to this series and learning about the exploits of Badlands.

[jakemccabe]

Was waiting to see this video! Love it Chris

[williamwyn]

I had no idea you had a tube channel too... SUBBED.. Badlands is like my absolute dream

[neilaldridge]

Inspirational as always Chris!
Chris Tonge!! Scottish cycling legend and all round great guy. Haven’t seen him in 20 years but he looks much the same. What’s he doing now?
Roll on the next episode….

[monsterthemink]

Nice to get an insight into Schwalbe headquarters (with the later winner of the race sneaking by, if I´m at all correct), seeing the bikes and also briefly Sandra Schuberth and her pink Veloheld.

[thebikepackingadventurer]

A great insight and hopefully one day I am brave enough to pull the trigger and enter 😂💪🏻. Love your Cervelo

[DreadRoberts]

Hope you get a boost to your likes and subs you deserve it

[rd_Coast_Outdoors]

are the bike bags you are usig in this video custom made? Can you share the brand?

[BikepackingAdventures]

After finishing TCR this Summer looking to transition into gravel at some point next year - bit of a break away from road. Have you got any recommendations for a first gravel race?

[MegaSixpac]

UCI need to deal with carbon emissions on all the grand tours.