The Best Performance of My Career So Far at Unbound 200 Gravel 2024. Race Tactic and Power Analysis

How did I get a top 10 finish at this year's Unbound 200? I take you through the power requirements, race tactics, and some non bike related marginal gains that resulted in the best performance of my career so far.
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[@sebastiend.5829]

Honey wake up, Dylan is talking about unbound, hurry 😂😂

[@ZenEndurance]

Dammit. You took my glory. lol. Bravo.

[@sebastiend.5829]

Could not resist, lol 😂🤣! Best comment ever!

[@yusufjohnson5031]

real. all my homies love dylan johnson.

[@justinofboulder]

My fiance all week now, " Honey what are you watching on KZbin... Oh, another unbound video" 😂

[@ondrejmitas3325]

This comment was my entire week.

[@PatrickLino]

Not gonna lie, I've never seen Dylan genuinely smile that much until that post race interview. Proud of you dude!

[@PavelSavyhin]

His smile on face full of dirt looks shining 🙃 probably the best makeup ever

[@rizzlerforthergyatt]

Such a gem he is!

[@eterlizzi]

Same! I noticed true happiness, so wholesome

[@dmitriikozlov7593]

It's extremely nice, that you converts miles and F to kms and C. You earn millions of karma points!

[@gfsdgfabfsdafjsavbdfs1253]

Royale with cheese!

[@chrisaltec2992]

Much appreciated from straya

[@alpsalish]

Can you convert millions of karma points to imperial and metric units for me? 😂

[@GD-cc4su]

@@alpsalish I think ft-lbs and Newtons?

[@jimsonjohnson3761]

No

[@noahhalbfoster6892]

To be fair absolutely NOBODY would complain about a hour and a half video

[@IronNicoBe]

Yeah... I was actually hoping for it... or multiple videos to avoid the wait of the next one...

[@crooksj11]

Most anticipated video 2024

[@phil_d]

Kudos for 10th place, but MEGA kudos for being just under 6 minutes off 1st place. That is a huge achievement given the insane average speeds! Hats off to ya!

[@bobfoster687]

1 minute 14 seconds from 3rd place

[@DuduPicinin]

Yeah! Very nice ride! 🤩

[@tomalbert3299]

@@genegade They were not the only ones ;-)

[@AaronCorcoran1]

Backwards hat Dylan been silenced was a moment!

[@rlm4471]

If Dylan ever podiums Unbound, BHD will disappear forever.

[@SaHaRaSquad]

@@rlm4471 That or after taking his meds :P

[@MattThomas08]

He couldn’t have done it without the performance enhancing products BHD supplied him with.

[@cornishcat11]

@@MattThomas08 quiet. dont tell the other riders about it....

[@dorothyb.]

A great moment for sure

[@jonjoseph7931]

Your videos, from the very beginning, are about educating other riders. So your chit chat about tires and the results from wind tunnel testing fit perfectly with your well established philosophy. Keep it up, this information is what makes your channel so popular.

[@asdasd01]

Great recovery ride

[@damador19]

I came for the backwards hat Dylan commentary and I am beyond satisfied. Congrats on the killer result.

[@tomalbert3299]

Yeah! His comment about 10th place almost made cry out of fun! 😀

[@michaelvision360]

I thought I was the only one... LOL

[@alolympic]

Your Top 10 finish and Lachlans win have made Unbound 2024 an absolute classic. Gravel vibes high from this one. Congrats, amazing. And thank you for still sharing everything, inspiring for many of us.

[@tccycling]

Can't comprehend a 200 mile gravel ride in under 10-hours. Just insane. Congrats on a Top 10 result!

[@pdp83]

Dylan, you're a REAL PRO! Don't forget that. Congratulations on your finish. Enough said.

[@yammienoob]

Looks like aero cables didn't matter in the end. Great result, insane effort.

[@bknapp9728]

A top 10 finish among world-class racers places you as a worlds best cyclist. Dylan, you are awesome! 👏 👏👏

[@heath.trains]

crazy to see a youtuber in the top 10 at unbound. awesome to see dylan!! nice work!

[@MaxRothFitness]

Dylan is a cyclist way before KZbinr 😂

[@heath.trains]

@@MaxRothFitness that’s the joke 🤣

[@cornishcat11]

@@MaxRothFitness whoosh.... lol

[@lumpy_vinegar]

The constant shade on Payson mustache here is willlld hahaha

[@Cokecanninja]

He's jealous he can't get the marginal gains from growing his own gravel 'stache

[@JohnBQuinn-mk2vf]

well maybe Stetina, I think it's both.

[@gasgano8255]

I saw a guy getting pipped at the line and then i was like "wait a second.... thats Dylan!" Congrats man. HUGE! 🎉

[@whitneypost5590]

Better coverage of how the men's race played out than lifetime provided! Congrats Dylan - you're the people's champ 🎉

[@MaxwellPowers666]

One reason why your race recaps are so popular is that you're excellent at telling a compelling story. On a cellular and instinctual level humans absolutely love a good story. Its why we can't wait to hear how you finished 17th. Great job on so many levels

[@emilioc700]

The level of competition in Unbound is so much higher than 5-8 years ago. As a 50+ master I was at the very front of the race at 1.5hrs in 2017. Thats a distant dream now. To earn a 10th in this field is a quantum improvement and just huge result. Very nice ride.🎉

[@optimistas7]

When I found out about Dylan's result, a single tear of joy rolled down my cheek. Then I got hold of myself. True story🤣

[@stevevarga8621]

I can’t believe how happy I am for you. I’ve been following you for a while and really enjoying your videos and also a big believer in big tires and now you do this! Thank you. I will be forwarding your video to all my moronic friends who insist 38 gravel tires.

[@CLONisKING]

Congratulations, insane result. People underestimate the effort that went into this kind of race result. The training, the mechanical preparation, the nutrition, the tactics, the team coordination and of course the mental strength to hold the power and withhold the physical strain on the body for that long. Really happy to see that all of that effort awarded you with a phenomenal placement in this notorious race. 🔥

[@MattThomas08]

Truly a very nice ride. Congrats on the amazing result!

[@SurpriseMeJT]

Is that Zapata Espinoza of Mountain Bike Action fame supporting at the pit? Legend.

[@bad_buddhist]

i noticed that too. Love that man!

[@jamese4729]

Proud of my parasocial friend! Been following your progression for ages and love how you've been able to maximize yourself, both from a training perspective as well as an equipment one. It's quite inspiring and I hope that you continue to improve and achieve awesome results!

[@CrabgrassFarmer]

Thanks for bringing us along! We couldn't be happier for you!

[@andrew6889-p5c]

That’s an incredible ride. Amazing. Racing with GVA at the finish line is mega. 6 minutes off the win. Holy moly.

[@alexyoury]

Dude, I was really stoked for you when I saw the results sheet! You trully earned that! And as Francis said in the wild ones podcast, you're largely responsible for the shape gravel racing is taking. Cheers from Brazil!

[@cartersheley1567]

“I am so happy, it’s unbelievable” 😐 what a demonstration on human emotion

[@Veloworthy]

Stoked on your ride. You mixed it up with the greats!

[@mannyvelo]

Well done, dude. Impressive as hell.

[@TheBikeLifeBR]

i was literaly waiting for this video, congrats for the result!!!!!

[@LifeTimeGrandPrix]

The anticipation was REAL - great ride Dylan, stoked to have you sharing it all 👏

[@digitalenglish3620]

Dylan, firstly, Chapeau for the amazing race and top ten finish, seeing you at the end of the race under the tent with Lachlan and the others was so heart warming. Chris from Nero show “predicted “ you coming in 17th as usual, I’m getting my popcorn ready for their next show when they will inevitably have a wee chat about this race and how optimized yours and all the other bikes were for this race.

[@frazergoodwin4945]

Couldn't wait for this to be posted - it didn't disappoint either 🙂

[@keeyoung9755]

Backwards Hat D explains the gravel rider mentality better than anyone I've ever heard!

[@ChlorophyllCrusher]

If I’ve ever seen a course that calls for high-volume juggernaut tires and the Lauf fork, Unbound is it. It’s a way overkill setup for the dirt roads in my region, but Unbound has always come across as an outlier, which requires special measures. Now that the genie is out of the bottle, I look forward to seeing riders puzzle setup more than ever on more polarized elevation courses.

[@davidboonzaayer6832]

Seeing backwards hat Dylan shoot a genuine compliment on the quality of the ride… emotional stuff 🥳

[@gweflj]

I remember some guy called Nino dumping water all over himself in every feed a decade or so ago. So you’re probably doing the right thing.

[@jmecklenborg]

I did Unbound in 2021 on a hardtail mountain bike, which made it a piece of cake from a technical standpoint. No flat tires, no other problems.

[@Michael-rz7ic]

Followed your channel for about 4 years, you are killing it Dude, 21+mph for 200 gravel miles!🎉🎉🎉

[@michaelnewman4302]

Your social media followers are proud of you, Dylan. Congratulations.

[@PozzoPersonal]

Congrats man! You're ELITE

[@SoftIceCreamMan]

I live for these (and tires)

[@divscifres2674]

Non-racer/casual rider who loves this channel for its insights and geekiness. So pleased with your Unbound results -- congratulations!

[@joemewes1811]

the amount of applied learnings is very impressive. congratulations on the result. 👏

[@ACanette]

Man i'm really happy for ypu. The way you push your limits is truly inspiring

[@edgarpereira4865]

Happy for you result!!!!👍👍

[@GCPerformance18]

Congratulations!! The performance you put in was amazing!! Racing against monster pros! And what a video with amazing story telling

[@nicholkid]

I feel like mvdp is actually going to turn up at unbound sooner or later. Seems like a race that he would like.

[@jaydpee7]

Excellent. We've been waiting to watch your recap, explanation, and indepth assessment of your day. Truly the highlight of the event for those of us not present. PS - Congratulations on your result!

[@pjlehtim]

Never before have I been waiting this much for a video to drop. Great result! Awesome!

[@marcf1859]

"I hate seeing the win go up the road" This is it, the honest truth and I love it. you are smart, calculated but deep down you are 100% a racer

[@roddas26]

If van der Poel shows up at unbound he's winning regardless of sub optimal equipment 😂 Great result Dylan so stoked for you. Cheers from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@Mugochap]

Congrats! Great ride and great video… also, some of us really appreciate the level of detail and thought you put into your bike setup.

[@Robertlavigne1]

So stoked to see you up there in the standings! Great work!

[@samj1185]

love how you did your front number tag! let it hinge up for aero and hinge down when you needed it to be visible. huge congrats on 10th.

[@migatron7359]

I don’t even have a gravel bike but followed you for years now & so stoked for you!!!! 🙌

[@ltu42]

Thanks for taking us along on this journey! Stoked for you.

[@davidalhoff7190]

Amazing congratulations for yout top 10 finish and your fastest time! Crazy how much that race evolved. I haven't ridden the ubound or any US gravel race since I live in Germany. But I enjoy my 2.2" tires on my 3T for quite a while. Since I changed, I rarely had a puncture, and due to more dampening, I feel less fatigued even after 8 hour rides. Congrats again and hopefully we see another 7 place improvement for your next edition.

[@coreyweitzel]

This was my first year. Did the 100. What an amazing group of riders. Congrats on top 10 finish!!!

[@guzz95]

Congratulations!!! 10th Place is huge. 2 1/2hrs faster from 2018 is huge accomplishment on its own. 👏 👏👏

[@wadewalbrun7465]

A big Congrats Dylan! Great race. Love the recap.

[@sean9820]

We are so proud of you Dylan, amazing work!

[@ellish3894]

I don't even race gravel, yet I look forward to every video you put out! Congrats on the great finish!!!!🎉

[@rob7177]

This is said often, but now it's my turn. I have never clicked on a link any faster than when I saw this recap! Congrats!!

[@Blackice850]

Mann, I'm so happy for you......Been following all of your Unbounds and other content, and this was a definite major breakthrough for you. You deserve it and I think you finally figured a few things out........

[@jameswestgate416]

Congratulations. I’m really happy for you and really respect the approach and effort. Awesome!

[@wking42]

Man! When you get BHD to compliment you, you’ve arrived. Congratulations, Dylan. I can’t wait for your training video. I’ve been cycling for more years than you are old, yet you, young man, inspire me!

[@PeterDeFreitas-px6ui]

Unbelievable Dylan. What a great race. I can’t tell you how happy you’ve made all your Canadian fans.

[@michaelstoecker4178]

Love your race recaps, Dylan. What an awesome result!

[@joricdvl2489]

Legend! Congrats!

[@Rzagski]

Congrats Dylan- Enjoy watching your progress over the years. I’m still going too, 60 in two months. You are also now a world talent.

[@davidfrisbie4169]

Dylan is absolutely beaming with elation in this video. Could even make backwards hat Dylan crack a smile!

[@simseysimona2762]

Great result Dylan! Very pleased for you. So much smart thinking and hard work has paid off! Thanks for sharing your story! 🎉

[@curtissmolen4411]

Great race, I love your video's and your sense of humor, can't wait to see what you do with the rest of the Lifetime series

[@luisgonzalez58]

Congratulations on such an outstanding result. Both Lachlan's win and your Top Ten-couldn't have happened to two better men.

[@seagulls4life12]

Dylan, I was so stoked for you when I saw your result. I am not one for nice words but I really mean it when I say you are inspiring to me and many other amateur gravel racers

[@AV_4C]

Amazing result, congratulations👏👏👏

[@stolirosa]

Congratulations dude!!! You killed it!!🔥💪🚴‍♀️

[@martinandrews2860]

“Excuse muscle”! Brilliant.

[@GerardEncabo]

I've been following you for many years now and before you became an influencer. Super happy to witness your evolution and learn from your geekiness along the way. Congrats on this experience and result, you deserve it! 🤟🏻

[@USMC7178]

Well deserved Dylan!! You put a tremendous amount of thought and effort put into this so a 10th place with this competition is amazing!!!

[@TommySaucierPlourde0]

Great fucking job man! Love your content, love your tuning and testing. Beast!!!

[@andreasdesch6142]

This is BIG Dylan....what a ride! Seeing the cycling legend Zap helping a young gun like you at the feedzone gave me a extra wide smile...he is my age, a true punk rocker and how nice is that!

[@BuffsVintageBikes]

Great result Dylan & very well deserved. Hard work is its own reward. Glad you now also know who that South African dude is in a Toyota shirt 😉

[@alessandroBRG]

congratulations!! Been following you since the start. Nice to see Group 2 dynamics work to your favour to catch up after the feedzones.

[@Pratalax]

Yes!! Ah man, i was excited in the lead-up to this race, and was stoked to hear that the nerdy obsession bore such wonderful fruit. Congratulations man. Also i love the way the bike looks. Can't wait to see when the competition step their game up next year!

[@OGillo2001]

Congratulations you deserve that result. Nice work!

[@enkwinn1]

Big congrats, Dylan! And many thanks for continuing to deliver great science-based, pragmatic content without getting gimmicky like so many KZbinrs. Bravo x 2!!

[@labace2010]

Been waiting for this video all week!

[@docnob]

Chapeau! Thanks for sharing the experience with us. Definitely looking forward to a how-I-trained-for-this-event-video.

[@Kermitonwheels]

A fantastic result for you and so good to see. You tell the inside of the race so well, thanks for the sharing the story and all the detail you learn and share with us. Chapeau.

[@calderdaenzer]

I liked your move to pour water on yourself throughout. That’s the first time I’ve ever heard someone acknowledge how much power is lost when your body is using energy to cool itself.

[@rexthedog9637]

Congrats on top 10 DJ. Well deserved!

[@Martin-ls9bz]

Hey Dylan, now that the spirit of gravel is officially dead, how do nature breaks work at these long races ?

[@garrywallah4966]

Just poop your pants I've been doing it for years even when not riding

[@michaelnewman4302]

@@garrywallah4966 marginal gains!

[@fangxx456]

With an adult diaper that saves half a watt.

[@axuh382]

Aero diapers or just do it the triathlon style.

[@Aus10c]

Just poop on the track

[@Josh-ev6nb]

We're all happy for you, man. You're doing great work to make us all faster. So fun to see you go faster and faster. Hope you're enjoying your time in the sun.

[@andrewfehrsen]

Dylan coming in clutch with a better race recap than Lifetime could put together 🎉