We're trying gravel racing (again)

This video is sponsored by COROS, who makes the DURA cycling computer. The DURA is absolutely our favorite cycling computer of all time, with an amazing battery life and great training and navigation functions. So, if you're in the market for a cycling computer, we highly recommend checking out the COROS DURA: http://sydandmacky.com/dura Ah, gravel racing, it’s been taking the cycling world by storm for the past five years, and sometimes we feel like the last holdouts in a swirling sea of skinsuits and dropbars. It’s been three years since we did our one and only previous gravel race, high time to give it another go, and see how the sport has evolved. While we are not known for our love of gravel roads, we do love our gravel bikes, and we do love big adventure rides, so maybe we can learn to love this type of racing too. Today we’re heading to Vermejo Ranch near Raton, New Mexico for the Vermejo Charcoal Burner, a race that promises 99 miles of great views, wildlife, rugged roads and, best of all, only a quarter mile of pavement. If we’re going to gravel, this is the way to do it. Join team Syd and Macky on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sydandmacky Not into Patreon but still want to help? Hit that "Subscribe" button - it's free! Join us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/sydandmacky/join https://venmo.com/u/sydandmacky https://www.paypal.me/sydandmacky Or hit the "Thanks" button above Eating Wins Races cookbook: https://eatingwinsraces.com/ Syd and Macky merch: https://sydandmacky.com/store Our gear recommendations (with tips, tricks and commentary): https://www.sydandmacky.com/gear The companies that support our racing: Ari Bikes - https://aribikes.com/sydandmacky (use this URL to automatically get $50 off any upgrade like tubeless, upgraded suspension, frame protection, etc.) NOBL wheels - https://www.sydandmacky.com/nobl (use code "sydmackynobl10" for 10% off) Berd spokes - https://www.sydandmacky.com/berd (use code "sydandmacky" for 10% off) Shokz headphones - https://sydandmacky.com/shokz COROS DURA cycling computer - https://sydandmacky.com/dura (use code SYDMACKY to get a free water bottle -- make sure to add the water bottle to your cart) Skratch - https://www.sydandmacky.com/skratch (use code SYDANDMACKY for 20% off your first order) Squirt cycling products (chain lube, tire sealant, bike cleaner, chamois cream) - http://sydandmacky.com/squirt (20% discount should show in cart, if not, use code SYDANDMACKY) Lazer Helmets - https://www.sydandmacky.com/lazer (15% discount should show in cart, if not, use code SYDANDMACKY) Durner Performance (Coach Mike's training plans) - https://www.sydandmacky.com/durnerperformance Feedback Sports - https://www.sydandmacky.com/feedbacksports (use this link for 15% off) Maxxis - https://www.sydandmacky.com/maxxis Primal bike clothing - https://www.sydandmacky.com/primal Shimano - https://www.sydandmacky.com/shimano Xpedo pedals - https://www.sydandmacky.com/xpedo (select the "Syd and Macky" checkbox and enter your email to get 20% off) Velo saddles - https://www.sydandmacky.com/velo (use code "sydandmacky" for 20% off) Fox suspension and dropper posts - https://www.sydandmacky.com/fox Fanttik X10 Ace mini air compressor - http://sydandmacky.com/x10mini HOVERAir drone flying camera - http://sydandmacky.com/hover (use code "sydandmacky" for $10 off) Muul Mounts - https://www.sydandmacky.com/muul (use code "sydandmacky" for 15% off) Check out our other YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/sydfixesbikes Connect with us: https://www.instagram.com/sydandmacky/ *Disclaimer - some of our links are affiliate links so we get a small percentage of any purchase you make via our link. It doesn't change the price for you, just helps us keep making videos! Also, we're professional athletes, so many of the products we use and mention we didn't pay for.