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The King and Beers - A Gravel Epic in Vermont
Ex-pro cyclist, Ted King has a lot of love for his home state of Vermont. With its rolling landscapes, rugged gravel roads and its fantastic craft beer scene, he was never unhappy to return home after his time spent in pelotons around the world. As beer and bike enthusiasts, Ted and elite road and CX racer Regina Legge, are taking their gravel bikes down the road less travelled, touring brewery to brewery and learning what puts Vermont’s craft beer ahead of the bunch. As they head north to south, we'll take in some of Vermont's challenging climbs and learn a thing or two about beer along the way.
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Plot Summary
This documentary follows the grueling and epic 2021 Vermont Gravel race, highlighting the challenges, camaraderie, and sheer determination of the cyclists who tackle the demanding course. It showcases the stunning Vermont landscape as a backdrop to the intense physical and mental struggles faced by the participants. The film delves into the spirit of ultra-endurance cycling and the unique community that forms around such events.
Critical Reception
The film has been well-received by cycling enthusiasts and documentary fans alike, praised for its immersive portrayal of a challenging endurance event and its stunning cinematography. It captures the raw emotion and physical toll of gravel racing effectively.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its captivating visuals of Vermont's terrain.
Commended for its authentic depiction of the physical and mental demands of gravel racing.
Appreciated for its focus on the spirit of competition and community within the sport.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available through Google reviews, but is generally positive within the cycling community.
Fun Fact
The race depicted in the film, the Vermont Gravel, is known for its unpredictable weather, often presenting riders with a mix of sun, rain, and even potential mud or snow depending on the time of year.
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