How to Become a Pro Gravel Cyclist?

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In my opinion, I already possess the skillset required to begin gravel cycling. I would, however, love to know where do I start in order to move from an amateur level gravel cyclist to a more professional one?

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Acceleration is not the only thing that goes into becoming a professional gravel cyclist. Being active in the gravel community and building an audience through social media, as well as participating in races, is equally important. Besides maintaining self-image among compatriot cyclists and securing endorsements, and winning events, all aid the establishment of a career in gravel cycling. As a professional, however, do not forget the fact that one of the specialties of a professional is also the promotion of gravel culture through participating in various community initiatives.
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Dylan - you missed the main unwritten rule of professional gravel that I have seen other top gravel racers talk about: No Tactics!  The strongest person should win and if you are not the strongest but win by making good tactical decisions that is not fair and not how to win the 'right' way.  . As as outsider observing the gravel world I have seen a lot of the things you talk about and find them very confusing.  I really enjoy your channel for the training content and the backwards hat moments.  Keep it up!
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Loved the ending! The mustache flying off to reveal an actual mustache in growth mode, lol
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Some day Wout van Aert or Mathieu van der Poel will win Unbound on a CX.
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